Raquel Langworthy
Inspiration for a mid-sized coastal backyard stone and kidney-shaped lap pool house remodel in New York

Traditional Style Fire Feature - Custom fire pit using Techo-Bloc's Mini-Creta wall & Portofino cap.
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Midcentury Modern - Pool & Spa Area
Large 1950s side yard concrete and kidney-shaped hot tub photo in Phoenix

Pool - transitional pool idea in Charleston

This pool has four different levels with the spa being the high point of the project 30" above finish floor of the house, level two is the glass tile wet deck just below spa spillway, level 3 is the main pool, level four is the lower trough which is at rear patio level. Homes that do not have the proper slopes for vanishing edges, can reverse the topo and create the negative edge that faces the house for a dramatic view, and create wonderful flows of water running towards the house and create incredible views

Down-to-studs remodel and second floor addition. The original house was a simple plain ranch house with a layout that didn’t function well for the family. We changed the house to a contemporary Mediterranean with an eclectic mix of details. Space was limited by City Planning requirements so an important aspect of the design was to optimize every bit of space, both inside and outside. The living space extends out to functional places in the back and front yards: a private shaded back yard and a sunny seating area in the front yard off the kitchen where neighbors can easily mingle with the family. A Japanese bath off the master bedroom upstairs overlooks a private roof deck which is screened from neighbors’ views by a trellis with plants growing from planter boxes and with lanterns hanging from a trellis above. Photography by Kurt Manley. https://saikleyarchitects.com/portfolio/modern-mediterranean/

Old kidney shaped pool receives a facelift that enhances the entire yard, Clean lines and circles tie all of this together with round Ipe decks, and a circle of exposed aggregate encompassing the spa.

Example of a minimalist backyard concrete and kidney-shaped natural pool design in Los Angeles

Photos by Philippe Le Berre
Example of a large minimalist backyard concrete and kidney-shaped pool design in Los Angeles

Hot tub - mid-sized traditional backyard concrete paver and kidney-shaped hot tub idea in New York

Trevor Ward
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless backyard stone and custom-shaped natural hot tub remodel in Orlando

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless backyard concrete paver and kidney-shaped natural pool fountain remodel in Detroit

Reverse angle toward house. Circular pattern runs through back of house to master bedroom private patio. Added much more functional concrete deck space, too! Peak Photog

Karson Photography
Inspiration for a large mediterranean backyard rectangular and stone hot tub remodel in Charleston

Karson Photography
Small elegant backyard stone and rectangular infinity pool photo in Charleston

Small court yard pool in a golf comunity
Hot tub - mid-sized transitional backyard tile and kidney-shaped natural hot tub idea in Atlanta

This partially wooded, acre and a half lot in West Dundee presented many challenges. The clients began working with a Landscape Architect in the early spring, but after not getting the innovative ideas they were seeking, the home builder and Architect suggested the client contact our landscape design/build firm. We immediately hit it off with the charismatic clients. They had a tall order for us: complete the design and implement the construction within a three month period. For many projects this would be a reasonable time frame. However construction delays and the coordination of multiple trades left a very short window to complete the work. Beyond the tight time frame the site required specific care in preserving the many mature surrounding trees, as well as addressing a vast grade change. Over fifteen feet of grade change occurs from one end of this woodland property to the other. All of these constraints proved to be an enormous challenge as we worked to include and coordinate the following elements: the drive layout, a dramatic front entry, various gardens, landscape lighting, irrigation, and a plan for a backyard pool and entertainment space that already had been started without a clear plan. Fortunately, the client loved our design ideas and attention to detail and we were able to mobilize and begin construction. With the seamless coordination between our firm and the builder we implemented all the elements of this grand project. In total eight different crews and five separate trades worked together to complete the landscape. The completed project resulted in a rewarding experience for our firm, the builder and architect, as well as the client. Together we were able to create and construct a perfect oasis for the client that suited the beautiful property and the architecture of this dream home.

This beautiful kidney-shaped spa, with natural flagstone coping and bluestone tiling, gets a special touch from a gorgeous waterfall that cascades all the way down the slope behind the whirlpool. Matching natural stone pavers and retaining wall make it all look like a natural part of the rustic landscape.

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