by Karen Aitken
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean backyard decomposed granite landscaping in San Francisco for spring.

Deck - transitional deck idea in Denver

Patio - small contemporary backyard concrete paver patio idea in Los Angeles with a fire pit

Large island style backyard stamped concrete and custom-shaped pool fountain photo

Matthew J. Cunningham
This is an example of a contemporary landscaping in Boston.

Living walls by Scott Hutcheon of Seasons Landscaping
This is an example of a contemporary courtyard landscaping in Orange County.

Horizontal slat cedar privacy fence in woodland garden.

Waterscapes by Jesse Dutra
Pool - small backyard stone and rectangular natural pool idea in Boston

Erick Mikiten, AIA
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic full sun backyard stone retaining wall landscape in San Francisco for spring.

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Inspiration for a transitional pool remodel in Orange County

Detail of one of the many retaining walls and planters created using board formed, cast in place concrete. Light source is a tiny bronze fixture inset into the concrete and containing a small LED bulb.

This project was a portion of a larger remodeling of a classic mid-century deck house in Weston, MA. The primary areas of focus for the landscape were an interior courtyard and rear terrace, both of which were overgrown and unused. In order to keep within budget limitations, our strategy consisted largely of editing the existing plants on site and reusing the best ones, maintaining existing groupings where appropriate. In keeping with the arts and crafts style of the home with its exposed beams and attention to detail, we implemented a simpler palette of rich materials with well-articulated detailing for a more pared-down contemporary aesthetic. Scott Carman

Mid-sized arts and crafts front porch idea in Baltimore with decking and a roof extension

Granite drive with clover, Design by Plants © 2013
Photo of a traditional landscaping in New York.

Photo of a large traditional backyard concrete paver landscaping in Miami.

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless backyard brick patio remodel with a fire pit and no cover

Benjamin Benschneider
Example of a mid-sized minimalist front door design in Seattle with a red front door

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic backyard garden path in Sacramento.

This welcoming and unique property is adjacent to the Diablo Country Club golf course, nestled at the foot of Mt. Diablo. The grounds needed updating to compliment the home's transitional farmhouse-style remodel. We designed a new pavilion for a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. The pavilion houses a cozy kitchen & grill, sleek bar, TV, ceiling fan, heaters, wall speakers, and inviting dining area. A pergola and trellis flank the modernized swimming pool and spa, the larger pergola featuring a square fire pit. To the expansive lawn we added two natural stone patios, clean gravel and stone pathways, retaining walls and fresh plantings.