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Inspired by the amazing Mexican architect Luis Barragan, this colorful pool and spa was created to dazzle the eye. A vibrant oasis that evokes the warmth and spirit of Mexico, this stunning design is characterized by bright, bold colors, Talavera tile, and lush landscaping which harmonizes with the inviting atmosphere of the pool and patio area. The hand carved wood pergola with its unique Latilla ceiling, hand hewn beams and vintage glass Estrellas for lighting, custom fabricated iron railings, beautiful bougainvillea, cacti, succulents, flowering drought tolerant plants and palm trees, all come together to create this restful paradise. Let the Summertime fun begin!

Inspired by the amazing Mexican architect Luis Barragan, this colorful pool and spa was created to dazzle the eye. A vibrant oasis that evokes the warmth and spirit of Mexico, this stunning design is characterized by bright, bold colors, Talavera tile, and lush landscaping which harmonizes with the inviting atmosphere of the pool and patio area. The hand carved wood pergola with its unique Latilla ceiling, hand hewn beams and vintage glass Estrellas for lighting, custom fabricated iron railings, beautiful bougainvillea, cacti, succulents, flowering drought tolerant plants and palm trees, all come together to create this restful paradise. Let the Summertime fun begin!

Mexican Beach Stones act as clean colorful ground cover.
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Photo: Carolyn Reyes © 2015 Houzz
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As you move onto the pool deck made of sand finished colored concrete, sawcut and stained in a diamond pattern the formal rectangular pool and fountain become the focus. The pool deck has smooth stucco benches on four sides and symmetrical side pop-out lounge and table areas for poolside relaxation and fun. The pool has poured-in-place colored concrete coping and a runnel from the spa. Hand painted porcelain tile lines the waterline and white Pebble-Sheen plaster finishes the pool. Three colored L.E.D. pool lights give the owner hundreds of colors to choose from. Designing beautifully shaped steps in pools is one of my passion. Beautifully shaped step cast wonderful shadow patterns and give elegance to the design. Ahead is a raised spa with a Mexican Tile facade, Terra-cotta coping and our signature 'Tile Ledge' detail. Hand-painted tile also lines the waterline and raised water feature wall. A 'Sheer Decent' waterfall sheets into the spa, giving the illusion that the fountain is part of the spas re-circulation. The spa is also lit with colored L.E.D. lights. (The spa and fountain are completely separate systems, both filtered and lit.) The focal point, the Grand Fountain with Grand Effects Fire Bowls are the yards feature. Every tier of the fountain has a different, but complimentary hand-painted Mexican and/or porcelain tile. Photographer: Riley Jamison Realtor: Tim Freund, website: tim@1000oaksrealestate.com

What little girl wouldn't love this room? It's a drastic change from the style of this Spanish Home but really... what's not to love here? Drive up to practical luxury in this Hill Country Spanish Style home. The home is a classic hacienda architecture layout. It features 5 bedrooms, 2 outdoor living areas, and plenty of land to roam. Classic materials used include: Saltillo Tile - also known as terracotta tile, Spanish tile, Mexican tile, or Quarry tile Cantera Stone - feature in Pinon, Tobacco Brown and Recinto colors Copper sinks and copper sconce lighting Travertine Flooring Cantera Stone tile Brick Pavers Photos Provided by April Mae Creative aprilmaecreative.com Tile provided by Rustico Tile and Stone - RusticoTile.com or call (512) 260-9111 / info@rusticotile.com Construction by MelRay Corporation

Mexican Tile Top Custom table
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-Water wise, California friendly -The orange flowers are Leonotis (lions tail). -Cottage style flower garden -We added a stepping stone pathway, so people could walk from the sidewalk to the front door and not up the driveway. -The client wanted hot colors: red roses, Leonotis, daylilies, Mexican sage, Prunus (flowering plum tree), Lanatana

Photographer: Dan Piassick Photo Designer: Astleford Interiors
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PHOTO TAKEN SOON AFTER INSTALLATION. SEE BEFORE PHOTOS AND AFTER 2 YEARS. This San Rafael front landscape has been dramatically updated with a welcoming concrete pathway entrance, and complimented by a variety of architectural plants, hardy succulents, textural grasses and a majestic, fruitless olive tree. The dramatic transformation is enhanced by a raised corten steel planter at the pathway entrance with gravel , Mexican pebbles, concrete pavers, and succulents. Two horizontal ipe wood structures provide contemporary accents. New raised concrete planters alongside the new concrete driveway define the property and showcase more colorful succulents. A beautiful gray house paint color and ipe accents complete the remodel. Plants include Lomandra 'Breeze', Bulbine frutescens 'Hallmark', Thamnochortus insignis, Phormium 'Black Adder' along with others. Drawings, Design and Photos © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

The simplicity of the front yard plantings echoes the modern style of the home. Mexican feather grass sways in the wind behind a low Corten steel wall. (Photography by David Wakely)

Beautiful kitchen with Bentwood Cabinetry and Walker Zanger tile backsplash.Custom copper hood and La Cornue Range by the Kitchen & Bath Cottage in Shreveport, LA

A colorful casita kitchen, filled with Mexican tile patterns, welcomes guests from around the world. Photo by: Richard White
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Denver Image Photography, Tahvory Bunting
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Photographer: Dan Piassick Photo Designer: Astleford Interiors
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Interior Design by Grace Benson Photography by Bethany Nauert
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Plants featured in this closeup are Agave 'Blue Glow' and Lomandra 'Breeze'. Material details, tinted concrete pavers, Mexican pebbles, beige gravel and black metal edging. This San Rafael front landscape has been dramatically updated with a welcoming concrete pathway entrance, and complimented by a variety of architectural plants, hardy succulents, textural grasses and a majestic, fruitless olive tree. Two horizontal ipe wood structures provide contemporary accents. New raised concrete planters alongside the new concrete driveway define the property and showcase more colorful succulents. A beautiful gray house paint color and ipe accents complete the remodel. Drawings, Design and Photos © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design SEE PHOTOS TAKEN AFTER 2 YEARS.