"Create a water-wise oasis with our planting, drip irrigation, and mulch solutions. We design landscapes that thrive with minimal watering, using efficient drip irrigation to deliver water directly to plant roots. Our plant selection expertise ensures your garden flourishes in your local climate, and mulch helps retain moisture and reduce evaporation. Conserve water and enjoy a stunning landscape with our eco-friendly services."

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Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized rustic galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen idea in Philadelphia with open cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Rodwin Architecture and Skycastle Homes Location: Boulder, Colorado, United States This sunny, simple, contemporary Prairie-style home achieves HERS 45 with no renewables. Silver Mesa Ranch blends quietly into the surrounding hills, and takes full advantage of the stunning views, carefully shielding out neighboring development and capturing foothill and plains panoramas. It includes passive solar design, an off-the-shelf mechanical systems, HRV, high performance windows, and a uniquely camouflaged rooftop Colorado evaporative cooler (in the chimney). To view other projects by Rodwin Architecture visit www.rodwinarch.com.

This 44' long water feature blends into the woodland setting of this large back yard by starting in the Redwood grove outside the client's bedroom deck, meandering by a fire pit sitting area, and ending in front of their dining patio. It has become the main feature of the yard as it can be heard and seen throughout. It is subtle, yet central. There are three falls and a place to cross from the deck to the fire pit. The water recirculates and is stored in a reservoir underground, eliminating evaporation, algae, and bug issues. The grade of the yard needed to be raised near the Redwood grove to increase the slope of the stream.

"Create a water-wise oasis with our planting, drip irrigation, and mulch solutions. We design landscapes that thrive with minimal watering, using efficient drip irrigation to deliver water directly to plant roots. Our plant selection expertise ensures your garden flourishes in your local climate, and mulch helps retain moisture and reduce evaporation. Conserve water and enjoy a stunning landscape with our eco-friendly services."

This photo depicts the elegant Barolo style wine cellar door, which was constructed from wood and iron grills. The left wall consists of a solid X bin at the bottom, individual wine racks, and a wine barrel tabletop. Above the tabletop is a wooden grill and cover where the wine cellar cooling evaporator was concealed. See what people say about us: https://www.google.com/search?q=us%20cellar%20systems&lrd=0x80dd338b17b6e057%3A0x9995f30dbfee9fc1%2C1%2C&rct=j http://www.winecellarrefrigerationsystems.com/ US Cellar Systems 2470 Brayton Ave. Signal Hill, California 90755 (562) 513-3017 dan@uscellarsystems.com

Pondless Waterfall Pondless Waterfalls are simply a re-circulating waterfall and/or stream without the presence of a pond. You can enjoy the sight and sound of running water without the maintenance of a pond. The waterfall is undoubtedly the most beautiful and favored feature in a water garden. If space is lacking in your yard or you have safety concerns with a pond, go Pondless! The name basically explains it all. It’s a waterfall and stream, without the pond. So why would you want a waterfall without a pond? The truth is that a Pondless Waterfall isn’t for everyone, but it can be a great alternative for someone who isn’t quite sure if a pond is right for their family. Safety Because there is no pool of water, a Pondless Waterfall is a great option if you are concerned about safety issues associated with a traditional pond. Cost Cost can be a big factor when considering the type of pond you want to build. In most cases, the price of a Pondless waterfall will be less than a pond, because there is less labor involved, as well as less rock and materials. Operating costs are also less. Because you’re not dealing with an established ecosystem, it’s not necessary to run the pump 24/7. Space The small size of the Pondless Waterfall means you can build and enjoy a beautiful waterfall anywhere in you yard. Maintenance - Taking care of your Pondless Waterfall is easy. Filling the reservoir every few weeks to compensate for water loss because of evaporation is all that’s required. Flexibility Perhaps the best part of the Pondless Waterfall is the possibility for the future. If you change your mind later, wishing you’d build a pond, that’s ok! If you leave enough room around the base of the waterfall, it’s easy to add a pond onto a Pondless Waterfall. Complete System It might be difficult to imagine a waterfall and stream without a pond. Where does the water go? A Pondless Waterfall works much like a regular pond. The hole, deeper than a normal pond, is dug then lined with rock and gravel, and filled with water. The water is then circulated from beneath the rocks and gravel by a pump that sits on the bottom, inside a Snorkel Vault and Centipede Module. A pipe runs from there up to a BioFalls Filter and into an overflowing waterfall, where it falls back into the reservoir. Since the water level never pools above the level of the rock and gravel fill, it give the appearance of a waterfall without a pond, when in fact, the “pond” is there but not visible. The Pondless Waterfall has made many water-lovers who were previously unable to indulge in the sweet sounds of falling water, very happy. It’s a great alternative for those who are trying to get their feet wet, or looking to fit a little bit of paradise into their own backyard. In other words, when all else fails … go Pondless!

Vegetable and flower garden with Olla irrigation system. Water seeps through the walls of unglazed 'Olla', these vessels can be used to irrigate plants. The Olla is buried in the ground next to the roots of the plant to be irrigated. The Olla is filled with water, which gradually seeps into the soil to water the roots of the plant. It is an efficient method, since no water is lost to evaporation or run-off.

CONTAINER PLANTS do very well on balconies, if fertilized and watered appropriately. They may need additional water due to evaporation from wind, and if there is a hot microclimate on a S or SW-facing balcony. The style and assortment of containers can be bohemian mix-and-match, or it can be carefully coordinated. The important feature is that each container must have drainage holes, and that there be no standing water in any saucers - it's best to have flow-through casters so the water flows onto the balcony floor and down through the drainpipes. Mosquitoes will breed in any standing water, even if the volume is only that of an upturned soft drink or beer cap.

Request Free Quote This modern indoor swimming pool in Lake Geneva, Wi measures 19'8" x 37'5" and features a 7'0" x 7'0" hot tub inside it. Adjacent to the hot tub is a 5'0" x 11'8" sunshelf equipped with 3 LED lit bubbler jet features. The pool also possesses a 5'0" bench all around the perimeter and a 3' x 37'5" Jogging Lane. Limestone Coping surrounds the pool and an automatic safety cover cuts evaporative moisture in the space. The pool finish is CeramaQuartz. Photos by Larry Huene

This heavily treed hillside location is the perfect place for an auto cover. When the pool is not in use it keeps leaves and debris out, but more importantly acts as a safety cover for wayward children and pets. Additional benefits include reduced heat loss, water evaporation and chemical use. Plus, it cuts down on pool chores.

In the upper-right corner of the photo, you can see the WhisperKool wine cellar cooling unit. This is a split-type air conditioning unit and it’s very popular among small or compact wine cellars. It doesn’t take up space and all you can see are the hex grills that hide the evaporator and air filter. Together with our cost-effective humidifier (hidden inside the center drawer), they help keep the temperature and humidity at optimum level for the preservation of the wines and the cigars. Learn more about the project here: https://www.customwinecellarssanfrancisco.com/adding-a-humidor-to-beautiful-small-wine-cellars/ Custom Wine Cellars San Francisco San Francisco, California, 94109 +1 (415) 508 – 8419 https://www.customwinecellarssanfrancisco.com/

This 44' long water feature blends into the woodland setting of this large back yard by starting in the Redwood grove outside the client's bedroom deck, meandering by a fire pit sitting area, and ending in front of their dining patio. It has become the main feature of the yard as it can be heard and seen throughout. It is subtle, yet central. There are three falls and a place to cross from the deck to the fire pit. The water recirculates and is stored in a reservoir underground, eliminating evaporation, algae, and bug issues. The grade of the yard needed to be raised near the Redwood grove to increase the slope of the stream.

Request Free Quote This modern indoor swimming pool in Lake Geneva, Wi measures 19'8" x 37'5" and features a 7'0" x 7'0" hot tub inside it. Adjacent to the hot tub is a 5'0" x 11'8" sunshelf equipped with 3 LED lit bubbler jet features. The pool also possesses a 5'0" bench all around the perimeter and a 3' x 37'5" Jogging Lane. Limestone Coping surrounds the pool and an automatic safety cover cuts evaporative moisture in the space. The pool finish is CeramaQuartz. Photos by Larry Huene

This stunning custom wine cellar in Dallas, Texas, is big on style. The frameless glass doors provide an unobstructed view of the impressive 265 bottle wine collection. Millesime wine racks are anodized aluminum and the clear polished acrylic give the illusion of floating bottles. This cellar has a mix of storage options including label-forward, angled display rows, and bulk storage bins. Custom lighting design provide an accent on the wine racks as well as the texture on the back wall. The evaporator unit is hidden above the enclosure with custom made access panels. This sleek, modern cellar checks all of the boxes for style and functionality.

Rodwin Architecture and Skycastle Homes Location: Boulder, Colorado, United States This sunny, simple, contemporary Prairie-style home achieves HERS 45 with no renewables. Silver Mesa Ranch blends quietly into the surrounding hills, and takes full advantage of the stunning views, carefully shielding out neighboring development and capturing foothill and plains panoramas. It includes passive solar design, an off-the-shelf mechanical systems, HRV, high performance windows, and a uniquely camouflaged rooftop Colorado evaporative cooler (in the chimney). To view other projects by Rodwin Architecture visit www.rodwinarch.com.

You can see the single bottle wine racks at the top and bottom sections of the left wall. The middle section consists of a high revel display row that highlights some of the owner's bottles. The back wall consists of a solid arch with a wine barrel tabletop. Below are wooden case bin storage. The wine cooling system used was an RM2600 unit. The evaporator was installed inside the room while the condenser was placed outdoors. http://www.winecellarrefrigerationsystems.com/home-wine-cellar-cooling-project-in-texas/ US Cellar Systems 2470 Brayton Ave. Signal Hill, California 90755 (562) 513-3017 dan@uscellarsystems.com Take a video tour of this project: https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=UUe6-sCQWpo8DO89wJtP_25A&v=sUke6-_f-8o

This 44' long water feature blends into the woodland setting of this large back yard by starting in the Redwood grove outside the client's bedroom deck, meandering by a fire pit sitting area, and ending in front of their dining patio. It has become the main feature of the yard as it can be heard and seen throughout. It is subtle, yet central. There are three falls and a place to cross from the deck to the fire pit. The water recirculates and is stored in a reservoir underground, eliminating evaporation, algae, and bug issues. The grade of the yard needed to be raised near the Redwood grove to increase the slope of the stream.

Photo of a french country landscaping in San Francisco.