Brad + Jen Butcher
Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept medium tone wood floor living room library remodel in Nashville with gray walls and a stone fireplace

M J McCabe-Garden Design
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard gravel landscaping in Bridgeport.

M J McCabe-Garden Design
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard gravel landscaping in Bridgeport.

Photo: Heather Banks © 2015 Houzz
Inspiration for an eclectic bedroom remodel in Austin

It's easy to enjoy the view while remaining in the comfort of your own home with window seating and window seat cushions. This window seat features a thick, cozy custom window seat cushion in Sunbrella Echo Sangria accented by neutral throw pillows. Pillow Fabrics: Sunbrella Echo Sangria Sunbrella Kuna Sand Sunbrella Mainstreet Wren Highland Taylor Sorbet Graphite Sunbrella Charcoal Sunbrella Sailcloth Salt

M J McCabe
Design ideas for a mid-sized coastal full sun front yard gravel landscaping in Bridgeport for summer.

Rikki Snyder © 2014 Houzz
Eclectic living room photo in New York

Photo: Corynne Pless © 2013 Houzz
Hallway - country hallway idea in New York

David Sloane
Mid-sized arts and crafts built-in desk medium tone wood floor study room photo in New York with white walls

Sunrise on the lettuces and spinach growing in a window box off the back deck. Photo by Steve Masley
Example of an eclectic deck design in San Francisco

Example of a small eclectic medium tone wood floor and brown floor entryway design in San Francisco with white walls

Photo: Heather Banks © 2015 Houzz
Cottage porch photo in Austin

M J McCabe
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard gravel landscaping in Bridgeport.

Photo: Corynne Pless © 2013 Houzz A tiered metal cart doubles as the bedside table.
Country bedroom photo in New York

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!

Photo: Corynne Pless © 2013 Houzz
Inspiration for a farmhouse living room remodel in New York

Example of a classic dark wood floor, brown floor and wall paneling enclosed dining room design in New York with green walls

The Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU was designed and built to remain resilient in the face of natural disasters. Fortunately, the same great building strategies and design that provide resilience also provide a home that is incredibly comfortable and healthy while also visually stunning. This home’s journey began with a desire to design and build a house that meets the rigorous standards of Passive House. Before beginning the design/ construction process, the homeowners had already spent countless hours researching ways to minimize their global climate change footprint. As with any Passive House, a large portion of this research was focused on building envelope design and construction. The wall assembly is combination of six inch Structurally Insulated Panels (SIPs) and 2x6 stick frame construction filled with blown in insulation. The roof assembly is a combination of twelve inch SIPs and 2x12 stick frame construction filled with batt insulation. The pairing of SIPs and traditional stick framing allowed for easy air sealing details and a continuous thermal break between the panels and the wall framing. Beyond the building envelope, a number of other high performance strategies were used in constructing this home and ADU such as: battery storage of solar energy, ground source heat pump technology, Heat Recovery Ventilation, LED lighting, and heat pump water heating technology. In addition to the time and energy spent on reaching Passivhaus Standards, thoughtful design and carefully chosen interior finishes coalesce at the Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU into stunning interiors with modern farmhouse appeal. The result is a graceful combination of innovation, durability, and aesthetics that will last for a century to come. Despite the requirements of adhering to some of the most rigorous environmental standards in construction today, the homeowners chose to certify both their main home and their ADU to Passive House Standards. From a meticulously designed building envelope that tested at 0.62 ACH50, to the extensive solar array/ battery bank combination that allows designated circuits to function, uninterrupted for at least 48 hours, the Twin Peaks Passive House has a long list of high performance features that contributed to the completion of this arduous certification process. The ADU was also designed and built with these high standards in mind. Both homes have the same wall and roof assembly ,an HRV, and a Passive House Certified window and doors package. While the main home includes a ground source heat pump that warms both the radiant floors and domestic hot water tank, the more compact ADU is heated with a mini-split ductless heat pump. The end result is a home and ADU built to last, both of which are a testament to owners’ commitment to lessen their impact on the environment.

Michelle Peek Photography
Large trendy master brown tile and glass tile marble floor walk-in shower photo in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, marble countertops, an undermount tub, a one-piece toilet and white walls