Equipped with a microwave and refrigerator, this lower level kitchenette keeps everyone fueled and hydrated after rounds of shuffleboard, ping pong, billiards and board games. The counter-height custom table has a forged metal base and a poplar wood top. We surrounded it with low-profile, backless counter stools upholstered in durable, easy-to-clean faux leather with black nickel, nail head trim.

This thoughtfully designed lower-level home gym combines functionality with a sleek, modern aesthetic. Glass walls create a seamless flow between the workout area and the adjacent entertainment space, allowing natural light to brighten the room while maintaining sound separation. The space is fully outfitted with rubber gym flooring, a wall-mounted mirror for form-checking, and essential fitness equipment including a TRUE elliptical, adjustable bench, free weights, TRX straps, and a yoga mat zone for stretching or core work. A large wall-mounted TV adds both entertainment and the option for guided virtual workouts. Just steps from the gym, a cozy lounge with a gas fireplace and plush sectional provides the perfect post-workout recovery zone. A stylish built-in bar with floating shelves and woodgrain cabinetry adds a touch of luxury and practicality, ideal for hydration or hosting guests. This project is a perfect example of how a basement can be transformed into a multi-functional wellness and entertainment hub that feels just as polished as the main living areas.

This thoughtfully designed lower-level home gym combines functionality with a sleek, modern aesthetic. Glass walls create a seamless flow between the workout area and the adjacent entertainment space, allowing natural light to brighten the room while maintaining sound separation. The space is fully outfitted with rubber gym flooring, a wall-mounted mirror for form-checking, and essential fitness equipment including a TRUE elliptical, adjustable bench, free weights, TRX straps, and a yoga mat zone for stretching or core work. A large wall-mounted TV adds both entertainment and the option for guided virtual workouts. Just steps from the gym, a cozy lounge with a gas fireplace and plush sectional provides the perfect post-workout recovery zone. A stylish built-in bar with floating shelves and woodgrain cabinetry adds a touch of luxury and practicality, ideal for hydration or hosting guests. This project is a perfect example of how a basement can be transformed into a multi-functional wellness and entertainment hub that feels just as polished as the main living areas.

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The stylish HydroTap Arc is the new standard in home hydration offering instant boiling, chilled and sparkling water all from a single tap. With seven exquisite finish options to compliment a range of remarkable functions the HydroTap by Zip Water is certainly a luxury water system you can’t live without.

While most every home has and needs rain gutters, they too can catch flying embers and hold them at the base of the roof. Here, we've addressed that vulnerability by placing a fine wire mesh over the top of all gutters, preventing the collection of both embers and leaf liter. From this view, it is possible to see that the elevation of the ember-catching trees protects the elevated deck side of the home. Note that the golden seed heads seen here are from a hydrated, native Deer Grass, not invasive arson grasses like Feather, Fountain or Pampas. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

While no plant is fire proof, some native foliage is particularly adept at resisting fire. Dwarf Coyote Bush is a California native with protective qualities. It maintains hydration year round with very little supplemental water. This hydration helps it resist fire, which can give space and time to fire fighters. It also roots deeply to protect slopes. It is so good at this job, it will continue doing it even if all above-ground foliage burns to the ground. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

The stylish HydroTap Arc is the new standard in home hydration offering instant boiling, chilled and sparkling water all from a single tap. With seven exquisite finish options to compliment a range of remarkable functions the HydroTap by Zip Water is certainly a luxury water system you can’t live without.

The structured water system installed in this beautiful Jacksonville, Florida, residence represents the pinnacle of health and sustainability technology. This cutting-edge system optimizes the molecular structure of water, ensuring residents experience superior hydration and absorption. Enhancing water quality promotes overall wellness and health, making every sip more beneficial and revitalizing. This revolutionary technology provides the highest quality water and contributes to environmental sustainability by reducing the need for bottled water. The sleek design integrates into the home, reflecting a commitment to innovation, health, and ecological balance.

The HydroTap Celsius All-in-One (AIO) replaces your boring old kitchen faucet with the ultimate in functionality, a beautifully designed single tap that will complement every kitchen design with on demand sparkling, chilled and boiling water PLUS unfiltered hot and cold sink water. With seven exquisite finish options to compliment a range of remarkable functions, it's no wonder the HydroTap by Zip Water is the new standard in luxury home hydration.

Mineral plaster coat in powder for interiors and exteriors, for cement effects. Archi+ Concrete is a mineral plaster coat in powder for interiors. It is made of well-seasoned hydrated lime putties, white cement, specific aggregates and rheological modifiers carefully selected to ensure an excellent workability. The particular grain curve of Archi+ Concrete and the possibility to overlap it with one or more layers of Fase Silossanica, acrylsiloxane colour wash (matt), ensures to achieve cutting-edge elegant concrete effects, in line with the newest trends in the interior design. Archi+ Concrete permits to achieve post-industrial concrete-look textures, with elegant soft colour washing shades. The thickness of Archi+ Concrete ensures high protection performances on the substrate where it is applied-on.

The stylish HydroTap Arc is both a source of inspiration and a source of wellness with its ability to instantly dispense filtered boiling, chilled and sparkling water. With seven exquisite finish options to compliment any design, it's no wonder the HydroTap by Zip Water is the new standard in home hydration.

This is a vertical garden wall installation in a shaded location. The plants are growing in pockets made of a horticulture fabric made entirely from recycled, non-toxic plastics which will last a lifetime. The automatic drip irrigation system delivers water to the top row of plants.The water is absorbed by the fabric, and then drips down through the entire wall, hydrating all the plants evenly on an adjustable schedule. The fabric is designed to hold and release moisture. As the plants continue to grow, the fabric will become less and less visible, until entirely hidden, resulting in a solid wall of attractive plants.

This is a vertical garden wall installation in a shaded location. The plants are growing in pockets made of a horticulture fabric made entirely from recycled, non-toxic plastics which will last a lifetime. The automatic drip irrigation system delivers water to the top row of plants.The water is absorbed by the fabric, and then drips down through the entire wall, hydrating all the plants evenly on an adjustable schedule. The fabric is designed to hold and release moisture. As the plants continue to grow, the fabric will become less and less visible, until entirely hidden, resulting in a solid wall of attractive plants.

This is a vertical garden wall installation in a shaded location. The plants are growing in pockets made of a horticulture fabric made entirely from recycled, non-toxic plastics which will last a lifetime. The automatic drip irrigation system delivers water to the top row of plants.The water is absorbed by the fabric, and then drips down through the entire wall, hydrating all the plants evenly on an adjustable schedule. The fabric is designed to hold and release moisture. As the plants continue to grow, the fabric will become less and less visible, until entirely hidden, resulting in a solid wall of attractive plants.

This is a vertical garden wall installation in a shaded location. The plants are growing in pockets made of a horticulture fabric made entirely from recycled, non-toxic plastics which will last a lifetime. The automatic drip irrigation system delivers water to the top row of plants.The water is absorbed by the fabric, and then drips down through the entire wall, hydrating all the plants evenly on an adjustable schedule. The fabric is designed to hold and release moisture. As the plants continue to grow, the fabric will become less and less visible, until entirely hidden, resulting in a solid wall of attractive plants.

This is a vertical garden wall installation in a shaded location. The plants are growing in pockets made of a horticulture fabric made entirely from recycled, non-toxic plastics which will last a lifetime. The automatic drip irrigation system delivers water to the top row of plants.The water is absorbed by the fabric, and then drips down through the entire wall, hydrating all the plants evenly on an adjustable schedule. The fabric is designed to hold and release moisture. As the plants continue to grow, the fabric will become less and less visible, until entirely hidden, resulting in a solid wall of attractive plants.

Elevate your gardening experience with the Dot TruDrop Modern Self Watering Planter by Crescent Garden. Its minimalist design seamlessly fits into any indoor or outdoor space, while its double-wall construction provides insulation for plant roots, ensuring their longevity through temperature shifts. The TruDrop system caters to all gardening styles, from beginners to enthusiasts, offering optimal plant hydration without constant watering. Whether you tend to over-water or under-water, or if you're just beginning your gardening journey, our TruDrop system offers a lifeline for your plants, adapting to their needs without constant monitoring. The modern round planter's Braille texture celebrates the beauty of communication. Effortlessly merge traditional and modern aesthetics by grouping different sizes of Dot planters together. Featuring the TruDrop One system, this self-watering marvel frees you from daily watering duties, granting you more time to savor the joys of gardening and worry-free travels.

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