This stunning backyard features a contemporary, rectangular inground pool wth a stucco water fountain wall gracing the deep-end. The wall is flanked on either end with gas lanterns and three scuppers in the middle that release water into a rectangular pool of water framed inside the feature. Six, Pentair LED magic streams send dancing water over the edge of the pool's outlining stone. Large, stone, step-pads create paths from the pool to the covered patio and outdoor kitchen as well as to a sitting area and fire feature. Guests have access to an outdoor shower, and a beautiful natural gas fire feature filled with lava rock.

Surrounded by lush landscape, this ideal waterfall-focal point was created near the edge of an existing patio. With the addition of an attractive wood-burning stove and handsome wicker furniture it does double duty — you can escape there for some quiet, or enjoy it with friends. For the landscaping - a layering effect was used; in the background, several Norway Spruce provide privacy; a colorful Japanese Maple holds court behind the upper waterfall with the complementing perennial ornamental grass (Japanese Blood Grass) standing tall nearby; the pre-existing foundation is handsome Techo-Bloc (Elena in Earth Brown). www.deckandpatio.com

This young family, with busy lives including sports, professions and travel... needed an easy to upkeep front, back and side yards. Weeds and forgotten yard toys piled high, we cleaned everything up and installed this simple solution to easy outdoor family time. The kids love the fire pit, while Mom and Dad enjoy only 10 minutes of focused, front yard mowing. SIde yards are for storage and only need a light weed spraying once in a while. Bamboo is growing to buffer their investment from a busy residential through-street bordering the backyard.

Completed in 2021, this exquisite Preston Hollow property with a modern architectural style, was updated with a new luxury pool, concrete retaining wall, outdoor living and expansive landscaping. The property features details such as snap-tie concrete retaining wall, concrete step pads, native landscaping, tank head fire pit area, stone steps, dry stream bed, shade plantings and landscape lighting.

Living in the home for over 25 years, their kitchen was in need of an update. We’re thinking since the 60s! A hybrid solution for more savings was the perfect compromise. Reface cabinets and add some new achieved results. Antique Satin White in a Prestige Square raised panel door provides a timeless design. We added glass fronts to the display cabinets in Villa style for a touch of glamour. Cambria countertops in quartz. The color is “Berwyn” with streams of gray and white. The backsplash in a lantern pattern adds interest. Neutrals abound! The homeowner wanted a simple, yet timeless design. Choosing to add color through décor items, they can update seasonally.

Living in the home for over 25 years, their kitchen was in need of an update. We’re thinking since the 60s! A hybrid solution for more savings was the perfect compromise. Reface cabinets and add some new achieved results. Antique Satin White in a Prestige Square raised panel door provides a timeless design. We added glass fronts to the display cabinets in Villa style for a touch of glamour. Cambria countertops in quartz. The color is “Berwyn” with streams of gray and white. The backsplash in a lantern pattern adds interest. Neutrals abound! The homeowner wanted a simple, yet timeless design. Choosing to add color through décor items, they can update seasonally.

Sometimes, as shown here, we also use permeable pavers to ensure we capture sufficient rainwater to maintain the landscape — as well as allow clients to wash their cars and/or hose down their deck and patio. And when you consider that local Long island water companies frequently charge an incremental rate, based on the amount of water used, capturing all the non-ingestive water you need from rainfall, the lower your rate will be. www.deckandpatio.com

Once the stream and waterfall was complete, the next step was pressing the boulders into the surrounding slope to continue the natural presence of large boulders. Then the landscape crew installed natural woodland planting to tie in with the tall oaks adding color and evergreen shrubs to ensure year-round color. Once the slope was stabilized, it was time for the pool renovation. After draining the pool and removing the liner, a poorly built concrete block wall was uncovered where we straighten the wall and filled the block in with concrete and steal rebar for strength. New vinyl covered stairs were added, plus new pipes, returns, skimmers, pump, filter and a new liner. Cambridge Sahara Chestnut pavers were used to create a dramatic pool/patio area. www.deckandpatio.com

Stream side, the house boasts a multi level terrace and plantings by Michael Van Valkenburg Associates. A viewing platform accessed through the roof, a cozy screen porch with outdoor fireplace and a porch full of rocking chairs accessed from the great room create a lot of opportunities for outdoor relaxation.

This young family, with busy lives including sports, professions and travel... needed an easy to upkeep front, back and side yards. Weeds and forgotten yard toys piled high, we cleaned everything up and installed this simple solution to easy outdoor family time. The kids love the fire pit, while Mom and Dad enjoy only 10 minutes of focused, front yard mowing. SIde yards are for storage and only need a light weed spraying once in a while. Bamboo is growing to buffer their investment from a busy residential through-street bordering the backyard.

Sited perfectly and intuitively on a beautiful parcel of land, this Vermont contemporary home is complemented by an intricate roof design, appreciated from above. The long axis of the house faces south on the gently sloping site to bring midwinter daylight and passive solar gain deep into the 16 ft. wide main volume. Just 2.5 acres of the 17.5 acre lot was developed, to minimize disturbance to the site, to preserve many of the long-lived mixed hardwood and softwood trees, including the owners’ favorite, a yellow birch with golden curly bark, and to protect the natural wetlands and stream outflow. The fully accessible main level contains the living room, dining room, kitchen, primary bedroom and bath, and a lovely westerly screened porch. Connected to the main volume are a garage with three bays including a small studio and a workshop. The home prioritizes intuitive, organic and incredibly functional spaces combined with simple stylistic elements, hints of a mid-century modern American home.

This new construction estate by Hanna Homes is prominently situated on Buccaneer Palm Waterway with a fantastic private deep-water dock, spectacular tropical grounds, and every high-end amenity you desire. The impeccably outfitted 9,500+ square foot home features 6 bedroom suites, each with its own private bathroom. The gourmet kitchen, clubroom, and living room are banked with 12′ windows that stream with sunlight and afford fabulous pool and water views. The formal dining room has a designer chandelier and is serviced by a chic glass temperature-controlled wine room. There’s also a private office area and a handsome club room with a fully-equipped custom bar, media lounge, and game space. The second-floor loft living room has a dedicated snack bar and is the perfect spot for winding down and catching up on your favorite shows.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The grounds are beautifully designed with tropical and mature landscaping affording great privacy, with unobstructed waterway views. A heated resort-style pool/spa is accented with glass tiles and a beautiful bright deck. A large covered terrace houses a built-in summer kitchen and raised floor with wood tile. The home features 4.5 air-conditioned garages opening to a gated granite paver motor court. This is a remarkable home in Boca Raton’s finest community.⁠⠀

Completed in 2021, this exquisite Preston Hollow property with a modern architectural style, was updated with a new luxury pool, concrete retaining wall, outdoor living and expansive landscaping. The property features details such as snap-tie concrete retaining wall, concrete step pads, native landscaping, tank head fire pit area, stone steps, dry stream bed, shade plantings and landscape lighting.

This stunning backyard features a contemporary, rectangular inground pool wth a stucco water fountain wall gracing the deep-end. The wall is flanked on either end with gas lanterns and three scuppers in the middle that release water into a rectangular pool of water framed inside the feature. Six, Pentair LED magic streams send dancing water over the edge of the pool's outlining stone. Large, stone, step-pads create paths from the pool to the covered patio and outdoor kitchen as well as to a sitting area and fire feature. Guests have access to an outdoor shower, and a beautiful natural gas fire feature filled with lava rock.

Elite Landscaping's construction management team designed and built this high-end pool house and outdoor kitchen. Customized for luxury poolside living, a beautiful paver pathway leads down to an outdoor seating area that beckons, "come sit down and stay awhile." The outdoor dining area features a massive triple waterfall as its backdrop, which creates the sound and effect of sitting beside a rolling stream. The uniquely shaped outdoor kitchen features a sink, storage area, and ample counter space. Equipped with high-end outdoor appliances such as a stainless steel grill and refrigerator, there is plenty of room for cooking and storing everyone's favorite foods - from gourmet meals to convenient snacks. The pergola next to the outdoor kitchen offers a comfortable shady retreat on hot, sunny days.

Elite Landscaping's construction management team designed and built this high-end pool house and outdoor kitchen. Customized for luxury poolside living, a beautiful paver pathway leads down to an outdoor seating area that beckons, "come sit down and stay awhile." The outdoor dining area features a massive triple waterfall as its backdrop, which creates the sound and effect of sitting beside a rolling stream. The uniquely shaped outdoor kitchen features a sink, storage area, and ample counter space. Equipped with high-end outdoor appliances such as a stainless steel grill and refrigerator, there is plenty of room for cooking and storing everyone's favorite foods - from gourmet meals to convenient snacks. The pergola next to the outdoor kitchen offers a comfortable shady retreat on hot, sunny days.

This stunning backyard features a contemporary, rectangular inground pool wth a stucco water fountain wall gracing the deep-end. The wall is flanked on either end with gas lanterns and three scuppers in the middle that release water into a rectangular pool of water framed inside the feature. Six, Pentair LED magic streams send dancing water over the edge of the pool's outlining stone. Large, stone, step-pads create paths from the pool to the covered patio and outdoor kitchen as well as to a sitting area and fire feature. Guests have access to an outdoor shower, and a beautiful natural gas fire feature filled with lava rock.

We used dense and durable evergreens such as Procumbent Juniper that are very low maintenance and spread nicely. For color we used such delights as Begonias, Coleus, and flowering plants like Astilbe.

A classic patio home at the back of a gated enclave of three. Downstairs are gracious formal living,dining, open kitchen to breakfast bar and family room. All these rooms with natural light streaming through plantation shuttered windows to rich hardwood floors and high ceiling with crown moldings. Living and family rooms look to a broad shaded hardscape patio with easy care professional landscaping. Upstairs are four bedrooms, two with ensuite baths and two with adjoining Hollywood bath. One of these bedrooms is paneled and would make an ideal study, playroom or workout room. The extra large, east facing master bedroom has an adjoining sitting room/study, a large master bath and oversized his/her closets.