Cedar spa and flagstone deck look out over tranquil ocean view. The small weekend home on the flank of the rolling grassy coastal plain in Hollister Ranch (near Gaviota, CA) faces breath-taking panoramic views of ocean, islands, coastal plain, foothills and mountains.

Design ideas for a mid-sized rustic backyard stone garden path in Detroit.

sheer rain waterfall with Oklahoma flagstone planter walls and courtyard area
Inspiration for a large mediterranean backyard concrete paver landscaping in Dallas.

Erika Bierman Photography www.erikabiermanphotography.com
Example of a classic backyard patio design in Los Angeles with no cover

Pacific Northwest beach house, Pathway garden.
Inspiration for a mid-sized coastal gray two-story mixed siding gable roof remodel in Seattle with a shingle roof

outdoor living space, pergolas, trellis, arbors, bluestone hardscaping, outdoor seating, flagstone hardscaping, stone walkway
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Portland.

Photo of a traditional landscaping in Atlanta.

Example of a transitional home design design in Dallas

Good Star 703-819-1061 OUTDOOR renovation and remodel with flagstone semi-circle stairs, ornate railings, raised cooking island.
Inspiration for a large timeless backyard stone patio kitchen remodel in DC Metro with no cover

Modern Farmhouse is a contemporary take on a tradition building type, the Connecticut farmhouse. Our clients were interested in a house that fit in with the landscape while providing plenty of daylight with views to the surrounding property. The design uses simple gables arranged in a picturesque manner. It balances clean modern lines, traditional forms, and rustic textures. The new house is bright and light while also feeling personal and unique. There was interest early on to compress the construction time and to design a building that would not take a lot of energy to run. To achieve these goals, the design of the main house used modular construction and a high performance envelope. To articulate the surfaces of the spaces, the owner assembled a group of designers and artisans. Natural textures and tones were layered over the volumes to give a sense of place and time. The modular units of the house are produced by Huntington Homes in East Montpelier, Vermont. In addition to the main house, there is a pool house that sits symmetrically on the main axis of a long swimming pool. A glass enclosed living room fits between two concrete volumes that house a bathroom and storage spaces. An outdoor shower faces south, with an oculus that lets light in when the door is closed. The simple forms of the pool house sit below a green roof, which protects the glassy room from the summer sun and integrates the building into the hilly landscape.

Large minimalist backyard stone patio photo in Oklahoma City with no cover and a fire pit

Large elegant backyard stone and rectangular lap pool fountain photo

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard stone formal garden in New York with a fire pit for summer.

Stephen T Ward Photography & other
Elegant detached garden shed photo in DC Metro

Raised bluestone patio with granite sitting walls and view of the irregular bluestone stepper path through the woodland shade garden.
Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in Boston.

“Greensboro’s Grandest House” was recently selected as the 2013 ShowHouse presented by the Junior League of Greensboro and national media sponsor Traditional Home. Among the local and national design talent featured in this special fundraising event was design duo Patti Allen and Stephanie James of Furnitureland South, who transformed the estate’s patio into a classic, colorful and cozy space. Built in the early 1920s, the Adamsleigh estate is more than 15,000 square feet and covers 13.5 acres that include pools, a lake, tennis courts, a stone gazebo and a five-car garage. The 30×60 patio presented a special design challenge – the space was in disrepair and sat unevenly on a downward slope. Rising to the challenge, Patti and Stephanie partnered with Outer Space Landscapes to change the elevation of the patio in order to draw attention to the focal point and inspiration of the project: a beautiful canopy sofa by Century Furniture. The addition of 6 tons of landscaping material included Pennsylvania blue stone, pebbles, sand, cherry trees, azaleas and geraniums all blooming in the colors of the latest Sunbrella fabrics featured in the outdoor furnishings: crisp, sandy white, fuchsia and tangerine. Patti and Stephanie wanted to showcase clean and classic outdoor style with an edge of color and unexpected elements. Playful ottomans by Baker float in the space for multiple functions, adding an extra pop of color to the sophisticated setting which includes a dining table by Oscar de la Renta, organic spot tables from Phillips Collection, and daybeds and seating from Century Furniture. Combining their passion for interior spaces with signature designs, Allen and James Designs gave this outdoor space the comfort, color and style it deserved. Patti and Stephanie, co-founders of Allen and James Designs, are committed to inspire and influence unique spaces for home, work, play and relaxation. With over 25 years of experience and a dedication to client relationships, their infusion of international inspiration with style, color, texture and vision make Patti and Stephanie a creative duo capable of exceeding the expectations of any client’s design project. By forming over 400 connections with key manufactures such as Henredon, Century, Lillian August, Dovetail, Maitland Smith and Huntington House, Allen and James Designs can provide a broad range of options that virtually meet any need a client has to create their dream home.

Lee Manning
Patio - traditional backyard stone patio idea in Los Angeles with no cover and a fireplace

Small footprint residential landscape packs a punch. Outdoor dining, outdoor kitchen, outdoor fireplace, indoor/outdoor living, spectacular lighting, great fireplace and fireplace chimney. Steve Silverman Imaging

Patio - rustic stone patio idea with a bbq area