This Houston outdoor kitchen and entertaining area offers a modern take on Mediterranean style. Designed and built by Outdoor Homescapes of Houston, this fully loaded family and entertaining space echoes the stucco, travertine tile patio and Mediterranean style of the existing home while exuding a more modern, transitional style. “This was a high-profile client – both VPs of different oil and gas companies who entertain affluent guests on a regular basis – so they wanted to make sure they had high-end appliances and all the latest amenities they could order,” says Lisha Maxey, senior designer for Outdoor Homescapes and owner of LGH Design Services in Houston. “They also have two kids, ages 7 and 10, and wanted a family gathering space that better accompanied their new, luxurious pool.” What really sets apart this outside kitchen design idea, however, is the way the elements are used throughout the space. “Usually, outdoor kitchen designs for a backyard are grouped into one island or cabinet,” explains Outdoor Homescapes of Houston owner Wayne Franks. “But here, the patio, roof and fireplace were all in place, separated by stucco columns, and the outdoor kitchen elements had to work around them.” A 14-foot-long cooking island houses a built-in Fire Magic grill with a Magic View Window (allows the chef to check on food without lifting the lid and losing valuable heat). The island, the countertop of which is "Carnaval" granite from Lackstone, also features a Fire Magic power burner, warming drawer and trash drawer. On one side of the fireplace, forming an “L” with the cooking island, sits a built-in Primo ceramic grill. On the other side of the fireplace is a 3-foot-long cabinet housing a bar with a wine cooler, ice maker and upper cabinet. And finally, just outside the patio door is a 7-foot-long cabinet with a modern Kohler sink with a high-arc Moen faucet (sink and faucet from Faucets Direct), a trash drawer and another upper cabinet. Outdoor Homescapes of Houston, by the way, outfitted both cabinets with glass inserts, custom pulls and three-way sensor lighting. “At the beginning, this was basically a blank space with a fireplace in the middle,” says Maxey. So Outdoor Homescapes upgraded the fireplace with Austin Stack Stone in white (No. 401) from Colorstonescreenshot vickers mosaic tile rectangle. "The stone added that pop,” notes Maxey. The fireplace’s espresso-colored, distressed wood mantel (from Mantels.com) and upper wood cabinets were both stained with the Minwax color Jacobean. The ceiling fans were also updated with ones featuring similarly espresso-colored, wooden fan blades, to match. The table in the middle - a cast-iron, Mediterranean style gem with hand-forged scrollwork designs from Patio 1 in Houston – seats 10. “We wanted this kind of Mediterranean feel,” says Maxey. “We wanted rustic, but the appliance package was so new, with all its stainless steel, so we kept a the cabinets and the columns stucco instead of stone for a more clean, modern look and then did the custom tile backsplash and mosaic in more of a rustic, Mediterranean look." The backsplash is a 1-inch travertine tile background with 4-inch square metallic insets, both from Floor & Decor. The tile for the 18-by-24-inch rectangle mosaic came from Great Britain Tile Co. and included a Dianno Reale tumbled border and background. The bronze, diamond-shaped insets are tumbled Dark Emperdor tile and the scrolls are tumbled Noce tile. The client, who admits they have high standards, was more than pleased with the project – especially browsing through Outdoor Homescapes’ vast library of patio kitchen design ideas, the 3D virtual video tour that let them preview the project from every angle before construction. They also liked the personalized design consultation. "OH provides a very neat service where one of their designers will either shop/buy for you or shop with you for the more detailed pieces that will finish your home," reads the client's review on Houzz. "This was a very positive, personalized feature ... Lisha helped narrow down an enormous marketplace of materials and finishes to a few we could choose from."

Natural pathway stones wind through the garden. Boulders protrude to add interest and seating, pea gravel creates open space and take the place of lawn. Magic Landscaping, Inc- New Jersey Landscape Designer & Contractor.

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Many people visit Orlando to watch Disney world in its amazing grandeur however it is important to find vacation homes that will provide appropriate accommodation to them. Prior to the visit, one should log on to the website and book vacation homes online to get the best deals. Villa near the Crescent Lake is a prominent Orlando vacation rental home that would go a long way in providing best results to the users. It is situated two miles south of highway which consists of different restaurants and shops in the close vicinity. Dwelling unit is equipped with all the modern amenities such as TV, internet, Hot tub and a warm pool where people can relax after a daylong sightseeing. Rooms, kitchens and the bathrooms are spacious so that people could relax without any hassles. Free parking is available along with the Dryer and the DVD players. Another option is villa number 4 comprising of 2 master bedrooms and large 55 inch TV screen in the lounge. All the rooms are equipped with ceiling fans and air conditioners so that temperature could be regulated according to the requirements and the specifications of the visitors. For kids Nintendo and Play station could become a wonderful distraction after experiencing the ride in the amusement parks located in close vicinity. A huge lounge and dining area offer amazing comfort to the visitors who can hog onto multiple cuisines as per their demands and preferences. Moreover large patio along with the full equipped modern kitchen will help prepare food of different varieties. Villa occupies a huge area that can accommodate about 16 families. Special facilities for kids like child crib, travel crib and crib bedding help the parents to relax when their children are playing ore sleeping. In order to protect kids, Alarms are installed on all the doors leading to the swimming pool. Easy access is provided to the disabled people and telephone facilities allow people to make free local calls. Villa has an inbuilt laundry area that could be used to wash the clothes. Orlando is wonderful city with different sources of entertainment such as Disney world and innumerable clubs to enjoy the night life. Upon arrival to the tourist destination, you can rest in any of the vacation homes and proceed next day for sightseeing. For relaxation near the pool, cushion furniture are provided to the users apart from the Jacuzzi and spa facilities.

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Natural pathway stones wind through the garden. Boulders protrude to add interest and seating, pea gravel creates open space and take the place of lawn. Magic Landscaping, Inc- New Jersey Landscape Designer & Contractor.