Photo of a traditional landscaping in Omaha.

Example of a mid-sized classic backyard stone patio design in Seattle with a fire pit and a gazebo

Bliss Garden Design
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard gravel landscaping in Seattle for fall.

This is an example of a large traditional tile screened-in back porch design in Other with a roof extension.

Example of a large transitional single-wall light wood floor and beige floor enclosed kitchen design in Austin with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and gray countertops

Liatris spicata, Echinacea purpurea, and Eupatorium 'Phantom' blooms taken by Barbara Pintozzi
Inspiration for a landscaping in Chicago.

The goal of this project was to build a house that would be energy efficient using materials that were both economical and environmentally conscious. Due to the extremely cold winter weather conditions in the Catskills, insulating the house was a primary concern. The main structure of the house is a timber frame from an nineteenth century barn that has been restored and raised on this new site. The entirety of this frame has then been wrapped in SIPs (structural insulated panels), both walls and the roof. The house is slab on grade, insulated from below. The concrete slab was poured with a radiant heating system inside and the top of the slab was polished and left exposed as the flooring surface. Fiberglass windows with an extremely high R-value were chosen for their green properties. Care was also taken during construction to make all of the joints between the SIPs panels and around window and door openings as airtight as possible. The fact that the house is so airtight along with the high overall insulatory value achieved from the insulated slab, SIPs panels, and windows make the house very energy efficient. The house utilizes an air exchanger, a device that brings fresh air in from outside without loosing heat and circulates the air within the house to move warmer air down from the second floor. Other green materials in the home include reclaimed barn wood used for the floor and ceiling of the second floor, reclaimed wood stairs and bathroom vanity, and an on-demand hot water/boiler system. The exterior of the house is clad in black corrugated aluminum with an aluminum standing seam roof. Because of the extremely cold winter temperatures windows are used discerningly, the three largest windows are on the first floor providing the main living areas with a majestic view of the Catskill mountains.

Photo by Tina Witherspoon.
Outdoor kitchen deck - mid-sized contemporary backyard ground level outdoor kitchen deck idea in Seattle with a pergola

Architect: Tom Ochsner General Contractor: Allen Construction Interior Designer: Shannon Scott Design Photographer: Jim Bartsch Photography
Example of an arts and crafts kitchen design in Santa Barbara

This is an example of a landscaping in Minneapolis.

Patrick Y. Wong
Example of a classic kitchen design in Austin

This large custom range hood simply sparkles in this bright kitchen and is extremely beneficial over this large Wolfe oven. The full slab natural quartzite backsplash is the perfect material for behind the stove as it is extremely durable and withstands heat very well. Kitchen Designer: Todd Wiley, Tru Kitchens Interior Designer: Lynn Hollander Interiors Builder: Insignia Homes Cabinets: Grabill Cabinetry in Glacier White and Nut Brown Walnut Appliances: Bekins Appliances, Miele Countertops: Natural quartzite from Great Lakes Granite, Custom etched stainless steel from Fidler Furniture and Walnut with oil finish wood from Grothouse Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography

The site and sound of the pond-less fountain helps cool off this extremely hot property. The owners had been battling gophers, deer, drainage issues, drought, and hard, rocky soil for years. They decided to eliminate their entire front lawn & add a pond-less water fountain as a focal point. I strove to provide year-round interest by adding evergreen trees and shrubs to their mostly deciduous & perennial existing plants & a variety of plants that flower at different times of the year. We terraced the yard to address the drainage issues and separated the levels with a dry-stacked fieldstone wall. Low-water, erosion control plants at the top of the hill & plants that tolerate more water at the bottom will help with the longevity of their landscape. A cool palette of purple, blue, and pink helps sooth and unify the design. The spiral of gravel & Dymondia ground-cover (will fill in the area in a couple of months) draws the eye towards the fountain & provides a large area to rest the eyes that won’t need to be watered. It was a challenge to choose plants that the deer & gophers would be less likely to destroy, that can grow under a large Oak tree, and that attract beneficial insects to help the garden last!

Example of a classic home design design in Other

The most beneficial aspect of choosing to install 3D stretch ceilings is that you can get them shaped and sized in practically endless colors and designs. In fact these ceilings are available in over 150 shades. The finishing range is also extremely diverse as you can select from matte or high gloss, satin or metallic, translucent and brushed suede, etc. Stretch Ceilings would bring a touch of extravagance to your drawing rooms, bedrooms, malls, retail outlets, kids rooms, lounges, cafes and restaurants.

The most beneficial aspect of choosing to install 3D stretch ceilings is that you can get them shaped and sized in practically endless colors and designs. In fact these ceilings are available in over 150 shades. The finishing range is also extremely diverse as you can select from matte or high gloss, satin or metallic, translucent and brushed suede, etc. Stretch Ceilings would bring a touch of extravagance to your drawing rooms, bedrooms, malls, retail outlets, kids rooms, lounges, cafes and restaurants.

The most beneficial aspect of choosing to install 3D stretch ceilings is that you can get them shaped and sized in practically endless colors and designs. In fact these ceilings are available in over 150 shades. The finishing range is also extremely diverse as you can select from matte or high gloss, satin or metallic, translucent and brushed suede, etc. Stretch Ceilings would bring a touch of extravagance to your drawing rooms, bedrooms, malls, retail outlets, kids rooms, lounges, cafes and restaurants.

The most beneficial aspect of choosing to install 3D stretch ceilings is that you can get them shaped and sized in practically endless colors and designs. In fact these ceilings are available in over 150 shades. The finishing range is also extremely diverse as you can select from matte or high gloss, satin or metallic, translucent and brushed suede, etc. Stretch Ceilings would bring a touch of extravagance to your drawing rooms, bedrooms, malls, retail outlets, kids rooms, lounges, cafes and restaurants.

The most beneficial aspect of choosing to install 3D stretch ceilings is that you can get them shaped and sized in practically endless colors and designs. In fact these ceilings are available in over 150 shades. The finishing range is also extremely diverse as you can select from matte or high gloss, satin or metallic, translucent and brushed suede, etc. Stretch Ceilings would bring a touch of extravagance to your drawing rooms, bedrooms, malls, retail outlets, kids rooms, lounges, cafes and restaurants.