Sarah Natsumi Moore
Inspiration for a mid-sized cottage two-story wood gable roof remodel in Austin

Example of a large classic backyard stone patio container garden design in New York with no cover

Photography by Lissa Gotwals
Sunroom - large farmhouse screened-in, slate floor and gray floor sunroom idea with a roof extension, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a skylight

Product: Authentic Limestone for Exterior Living Spaces. Ancient Surfaces Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com The design of external living spaces is known as the 'Al Fresco' design style as it is called in Italian. 'Al Fresco' translates into 'the open' or 'the cool/fresh exterior'. Customizing a fully functional outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, BBQ, fireplace or Jacuzzi pool spa all out of old reclaimed Mediterranean stone pieces is no easy task and shouldn’t be created out of the lowest common denominator of building materials such as concrete, Indian slates or Turkish travertine. The one thing you can bet the farmhouse on is that when the entire process unravels and when your outdoor living space materializes from the architects rendering to real life, you will be guaranteed a true Mediterranean living experience if your choice of construction material was as authentic and possible to the Southern Mediterranean regions. We believe that the coziness of your surroundings brought about by the creative usage of our antique stone elements will only amplify that authenticity. whether you are enjoying a relaxing time soaking the sun inside one of our Jacuzzi spa stone fountains or sharing unforgettable memories with family and friends while baking your own pizzas in one of our outdoor BBQ pizza ovens, our stone designs will always evoke in most a feeling of euphoria and exultation that one only gets while being on vacation is some exotic European island surrounded with the pristine beauty of indigenous nature and ancient architecture...

This gorgeous modern farmhouse features hardie board board and batten siding with stunning black framed Pella windows. The soffit lighting accents each gable perfectly and creates the perfect farmhouse.

©StevenPaulWhitsitt
Island style patio photo in Orange County

Front Entry: 41 West Coastal Retreat Series reveals creative, fresh ideas, for a new look to define the casual beach lifestyle of Naples. More than a dozen custom variations and sizes are available to be built on your lot. From this spacious 3,000 square foot, 3 bedroom model, to larger 4 and 5 bedroom versions ranging from 3,500 - 10,000 square feet, including guest house options.

This modern farmhouse located outside of Spokane, Washington, creates a prominent focal point among the landscape of rolling plains. The composition of the home is dominated by three steep gable rooflines linked together by a central spine. This unique design evokes a sense of expansion and contraction from one space to the next. Vertical cedar siding, poured concrete, and zinc gray metal elements clad the modern farmhouse, which, combined with a shop that has the aesthetic of a weathered barn, creates a sense of modernity that remains rooted to the surrounding environment. The Glo double pane A5 Series windows and doors were selected for the project because of their sleek, modern aesthetic and advanced thermal technology over traditional aluminum windows. High performance spacers, low iron glass, larger continuous thermal breaks, and multiple air seals allows the A5 Series to deliver high performance values and cost effective durability while remaining a sophisticated and stylish design choice. Strategically placed operable windows paired with large expanses of fixed picture windows provide natural ventilation and a visual connection to the outdoors.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional beige two-story stucco house exterior remodel in San Francisco with a hip roof and a metal roof

Mid-sized modern two-story mixed siding flat roof idea in Edmonton

Designer: Paul McClean Project Type: New Single Family Residence Location: Los Angeles, CA Approximate Size: 11,000 sf Project Completed: June 2013 Photographer: Jim Bartsch

Photo: Lisa Petrole
Example of a large minimalist gray two-story mixed siding flat roof design in San Francisco

The project is a single-family home designed to amplify the awareness of nature through the manipulation of key viewpoints. Photo credit: Ben Hill
Trendy wood exterior home photo in Houston

Barney Leonard
Example of a country powder room design in Philadelphia

© Josh Partee 2013
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash and stone tile backsplash

Island style white exterior home photo in Tampa

Example of an arts and crafts two-story wood exterior home design in Raleigh with a clipped gable roof

Transitional white two-story brick gable roof idea in Houston

Ross Van Pelt - RVP Photography
Inspiration for a modern galley open concept kitchen remodel in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white backsplash