Example of a large trendy backyard concrete paver patio design in DC Metro with a roof extension

Example of an arts and crafts gray two-story vinyl exterior home design in Salt Lake City with a shingle roof

Patio - large traditional backyard stone patio idea in New York with a fire pit and a roof extension

Trendy beige floor seated home bar photo in Orlando with open cabinets, black cabinets, mirror backsplash and black countertops

Example of a trendy light wood floor home theater design in San Francisco

Example of a huge mountain style enclosed white floor game room design in Denver with a wall-mounted tv, beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Inspiration for a mid-century modern single-wall medium tone wood floor wet bar remodel in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, mirror backsplash and white countertops

Our client was drawn to the property in Wesley Heights as it was in an established neighborhood of stately homes, on a quiet street with views of park. They wanted a traditional home for their young family with great entertaining spaces that took full advantage of the site. The site was the challenge. The natural grade of the site was far from traditional. The natural grade at the rear of the property was about thirty feet above the street level. Large mature trees provided shade and needed to be preserved. The solution was sectional. The first floor level was elevated from the street by 12 feet, with French doors facing the park. We created a courtyard at the first floor level that provide an outdoor entertaining space, with French doors that open the home to the courtyard.. By elevating the first floor level, we were able to allow on-grade parking and a private direct entrance to the lower level pub "Mulligans". An arched passage affords access to the courtyard from a shared driveway with the neighboring homes, while the stone fountain provides a focus. A sweeping stone stair anchors one of the existing mature trees that was preserved and leads to the elevated rear garden. The second floor master suite opens to a sitting porch at the level of the upper garden, providing the third level of outdoor space that can be used for the children to play. The home's traditional language is in context with its neighbors, while the design allows each of the three primary levels of the home to relate directly to the outside. Builder: Peterson & Collins, Inc Photos © Anice Hoachlander

This is an example of a traditional backyard stone landscaping in Bridgeport.

Example of a large classic single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor seated home bar design in Toronto with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops and white countertops

full overlay quarter sawn White Oak cabinetry to match the rest of the kitchen shown in a previous post. The drawers and doors are fabricated with ship lap detail and a 30” subzero refrigerator and freezer drawer built in.

Example of a large southwest backyard tile patio kitchen design in Houston with a roof extension

Home bar located in family game room. Stainless steel accents accompany a mirror that doubles as a TV.
Seated home bar - large transitional porcelain tile and gray floor seated home bar idea in Omaha with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, mirror backsplash and white countertops

Flooded with light, this Family Room is designed for fun gatherings. The expansive view to the pool and property beyond fit the scale of this home perfectly. Ceiling height: 21' 7" Room size: 22' x 29'

Bar cart - transitional light wood floor and beige floor bar cart idea in Sacramento

Example of a large trendy backyard outdoor kitchen deck design in San Diego with no cover

Example of a large beach style backyard tile and rectangular pool design in Miami

Dimplex DLGM29 Vapor Fireplace Insert features revolutionary ultrasonic technology that creates the flame and smoke effect. As the mist rises up through the logs, the light reflects against the water molecules creating a convincing illusion of flames and smoke. The result is an appearance so authentic it could be mistaken for a traditional wood-burning fireplace.

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Example of a large classic detached three-car garage design in Atlanta