We feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to work on this clean NW Contemporary home. Due to its remote location, our goal was to pre-fabricate as much as possible and shorten the installation time on site. We were able to cut and pre-fit all the glue-laminated timber frame structural elements, the Douglas Fir tongue and groove ceilings, and even the open riser Maple stair. The pictures mostly speak for themselves; but it is worth noting, we were very pleased with the final result. Despite its simple modern aesthetic with exposed concrete walls and miles of glass on the view side, the wood ceilings and the warm lighting give a cozy, comfy feel to the spaces. The owners were very involved with the design and build, including swinging hammers with us, so it was a real labor of love. The owners, and ourselves, walked away from the project with a great pride and deep feeling of satisfied accomplishment. Design by Level Design Photography by C9 Photography

PHOTOS BY LORI HAMILTON PHOTOGRAPHY
Home bar photo in Miami

The kitchen was designed for a gourmet chef. The 7'x 7' peninsula creates plenty of work space. The glass canopy range hood, over the Wolf cook top and grill is a focal point. The Sub Zero freezer, refrigerator, Wolf warming drawer, and KitchenAide dishwasher received wood faced panel for a built in look. The floor is Blue Pearl granite and the counters are Laboradorite White granite. Capital Area Construction

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Inspiration for a mediterranean backyard patio remodel in Los Angeles with a fire pit and a pergola

The back patio was designed from scratch to provide a peaceful retreat for the family. Pergola, retractable awnings, ceiling fan, an built-in grill and sink. Linda Jeub; LindaJeubPhoto.com

Photo by Daniel O'Connor Photography
Inspiration for a small transitional rooftop deck remodel in Denver with a fire pit and an awning

The symmetrical brick arches of the structure enclose comfortable seating and casual dining areas serviced by a professional grade outdoor kitchen. Gus Cantavero Photography

Example of a large trendy rooftop outdoor kitchen deck design in Chicago with a pergola

The single car garage built in 1925 was located on the property line. The replacement structure needed to be located on the same footprint. The height was made taller, but was still in keeping with the scale of the main house. A Covered patio trellis was built off the side of the garage with slide wire awnings to provided shade in the summer and sun in the winter.

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Patio kitchen - huge modern backyard tile patio kitchen idea in Boston with an awning

With a sizeable backyard and a love for entertaining, these clients wanted to build a covered outdoor kitchen/bar and seating area. They had one specific area by the side of their pool, with limited space, to build the outdoor kitchen. There were immediate concerns about how to incorporate the two steps in the middle of the patio area; and they really wanted a bar that could seat at least eight people (to include an additional seating area with couches and chairs). This couple also wanted to use their outdoor living space year round. The kitchen needed ample storage and had to be easy to maintain. And last, but not least, they wanted it to look beautiful! This 16 x 26 ft clear span pavilion was a great fit for the area we had to work with. By using wrapped steel columns in the corners in 6-foot piers, carpenter-built trusses, and no ridge beams, we created good space usage underneath the pavilion. The steps were incorporated into the space to make the transition between the kitchen area and seating area, which looked like they were meant to be there. With a little additional flagstone work, we brought the curve of the step to meet the back island, which also created more floor space in the seating area. Two separate islands were created for the outdoor kitchen/bar area, built with galvanized metal studs to allow for more room inside the islands (for appliances and cabinets). We also used backer board and covered the islands with smooth finish stucco. The back island housed the BBQ, a 2-burner cooktop and sink, along with four cabinets, one of which was a pantry style cabinet with pull out shelves (air tight, dust proof and spider proof—also very important to the client). The front island housed the refrigerator, ice maker, and counter top cooler, with another set of pantry style, air tight cabinets. By curving the outside edge of the countertop we maximized the bar area and created seating for eight. In addition, we filled in the curve on the inside of the island with counter top and created two additional seats. In total, there was seating for ten people. Infrared heaters, ceiling fans and shades were added for climate control, so the outdoor living space could be used year round. A TV for sporting events and SONOS for music, were added for entertaining enjoyment. Track lighting, as well as LED tape lights under the backsplash, provided ideal lighting for after dark usage. The clients selected honed, Fantasy Brown Satin Quartzite, with a chipped edge detail for their countertop. This beautiful, linear design marble is very easy to maintain. The base of the islands were completed in stucco and painted satin gray to complement their house color. The posts were painted with Monterey Cliffs, which matched the color of the house shutter trim. The pavilion ceiling consisted of 2 x 6-T & G pine and was stained platinum gray. In the few months since the outdoor living space was built, the clients said they have used it for more than eight parties and can’t wait to use it for the holidays! They also made sure to tell us that the look, feel and maintenance of the area all are perfect!

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Inspiration for a small modern rooftop deck container garden remodel in DC Metro with a pergola

This beautiful outdoor space in Atlanta's Virginia Highland neighborhood was designed by Land Plus Associates and constructed by Okun Tech. Outdoor furniture by Kingsley-Bate, fire pit by Elementi, kitchen appliacnes by Lynx. Available online at www.authenteak.com

Great room and outdoor living sequence of a new construction single-level home in Orinda, CA. Full-width black-framed sliding glass doors open the great room completely to a large wood deck, dissolving the boundary between indoor and outdoor living at the home's most social moment. The butterfly shed roofline's two angular planes are dramatically visible from this interior angle, with black-framed clerestory windows and cedar soffits framing redwood and mature tree canopy views above the wall line on both sides simultaneously. The outdoor deck hosts three distinct zones visible through the open wall: a dining area with concrete table and metal chairs to the left, a fire pit lounge seating area at center with cable railing and garden views beyond, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with stainless steel built-in grill and concrete countertop to the right. Inside, a board-formed concrete partial-height feature wall with walnut credenza and flat screen television at left.

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Minimalist patio photo in San Francisco

The design of the home is inspired by the very best examples of local Spanish Colonial design as seen in the famed Palmcroft and Encanto neighborhoods in Phoenix through its carefully composed massing, fenestration, and detailing. The entry arch, door awnings, plaster grille, wrought iron details and corner chimney mass are all highly evocative of the period, and along with the use of authentic three-coat stucco over metal lath, reinforces the strong sense of authenticity which emanates from the home. Design Principal: Gene Kniaz, Spiral Architects; General Contractor: Eric Linthicum, Linthicum Custom Builders; Photo: Gene Kniaz, Spiral Architects

Deck - large transitional backyard deck idea in New York with a fire pit and a pergola

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