A tranquil pool retreat, away from the house and a private destination within the property.
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An existing hot tub was moved to the back of the yard where a cabana was built with architecture to match the house. It features a washroom, granite bar, fridge and media screen with sound system. It’s the perfect place to watch the game, both in and out of the hot tub. The pool equipment is discreetly located in the opposite corner of the yard behind a landscaping screen.

This Toronto couple wanted a good sized pool, patio and lawn area for entertaining friends and family recreation. Since the backyard slopes gently front to back, Betz created a symmetrical design to function on four levels. The focal point is a 16’ x 36’ Gunite pool with the deep end next to the house. You can just walk out and dive into the pool.

This Toronto couple wanted a good sized pool, patio and lawn area for entertaining friends and family recreation. Since the backyard slopes gently front to back, Betz created a symmetrical design to function on four levels. The focal point is a 16’ x 36’ Gunite pool with the deep end next to the house. You can just walk out and dive into the pool.

Photo by Oivanki Photography. Builder: Telich Custom Homes. Interior Design: Anne McCanless.
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The right hand side, accessed from the living room walkout, features an upper deck with chaise lounges and lower outdoor living room with comfortable lounge chairs gathered around a cozy natural gas fire feature. The custom cedar fence and row of columnar European Hornbeams, which will continue to fill in, provides privacy from neighbouring houses.

The design is contemporary to match the house. To accentuate the clean lines, the deck of architectural stamped concrete features a simple stack bond pattern. The sandblasted bullnose Eramosa coping contrasts with the pool’s charcoal grey tile and custom blend blue Pebble Fina interior. Access is by twin corner steps at the shallow end, or twin swimout benches at the deep end.

The custom BBQ station is clad in natural stone and features a granite countertop with Napoleon Prestige Pro grill, matching stainless steel fridge, drawer system and double sear station side burner. This setup certainly provides all the luxury essentials for the aspiring backyard chef.

Twin walkouts from the kitchen and living room feature Ipe hardwood landings and steps with glass railings and gates to comply with Toronto’s 4-sided fence requirement. The steps are un-skirted so the yews below will fill in and the stairs will appear to be floating. A section of Ipe deck across the deep end conveniently connects both sides.

The left hand side, accessed from the kitchen walkout, features an upper dining area for four, a custom BBQ station and a larger dining area which comfortably accommodates from six to eight. Both dining tables are elegant, yet substantial with sturdy bases, so strong winds are never a worry.

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Situated in Kenwood, Maryland just outside of Washington, D.C., this whole-house renovation reinterprets a 1950s split-level into a rustic French country house. Published 3 times, The French country house plans for this renovation inform and guide the remodel. Short double-hung existing windows of various sizes on a 1950s brick front wall (see below) were replaced by straightforward openings along the front facade. By replacing them with a series of similar openings, the end result is a principled, simple elegance inspired by French country style homes. The rustic application of field stone arches and rough stucco are both inviting and enchanting, echoing French country interior design. Elements of French country home decor complement the home. The traditional French country home design has been widely published, including features in Renovation Style and Maryland Life magazines, among others. One singular continuous walkway runs the entire length of the main front under each of the French doors, and a courtyard created by stucco walls and stone piers create an inner sanctum in the front yard. In the back of the property, added French gates lead to a newly constructed pavilion.

A white kitchen with large gray center island. Perfect for entertaining as the kitchen opens up to living room and dining room. The unique pendant lighting over the island is the perfect touch to finish off the space. This home was professionally staged by Ambiance at Home Staging Specialists. For any staging or furniture questions, please contact Ambiance at (952) 440-6757.

Photo: Hoi Ning Wong © 2014 Houzz Design: Sarah Warto, Boxleaf Design
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The swimming pool is located at the highest level of the garden and is a simple rectangle framed by a "fence" of espaliered apple trees to the left and the stainless steel railing to the right. Its shallow end defines one side of the outdoor living room. The pool gently spills through a trough to link and enliven the adjoining dining court.

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