Custom, southeastern-facing 2 bedroom, 2 bath with panoramic NYC, Hudson River & downtown Jersey City views and parking in Observer Plaza, a steel & concrete elevator building. Expansive, open floorplan with custom built-ins and walls of windows that lead to a large private terrace. Chef’s kitchen with corian counters and stainless steel appliances. Oversized en-suite master bedroom. Other features include; hardwood floors, recessed lighting, automated blinds, tons of custom built-ins with massive amounts of storage. Building has a new, state-of-the-art gym and a great downtown location only minutes to PATH, ferry, waterfront, restaurants, and nightlife. Lobby renovation expected to commence late fall 2017.

Space most just dream about! Stunning 3 bedroom 2½ bath triplex with 2,763 square feet of living space, parking for 3 cars and 2 oversized outdoor spaces. Main level features a chef’s kitchen with Viking range, French door refrigerator, granite counters, and custom cabinets. Expansive living room with dining area, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and gorgeous powder room. The indulgent master suite features a walk-in closet and brand new bath with oversized walk-in shower, separate tub, and dual sinks. The penthouse level is built to entertain; replete with wet bar, wine refrigerator, lounge and access to 2 terraces with NYC views & hot tub. Two additional bedrooms on the lower level along with a full bath, laundry room and separate office/storage area. Private elevator, 2 zone CAC and easy access to PATH, Ferry and parks.

Space most just dream about! Stunning 3 bedroom 2½ bath triplex with 2,763 square feet of living space, parking for 3 cars and 2 oversized outdoor spaces. Main level features a chef’s kitchen with Viking range, French door refrigerator, granite counters, and custom cabinets. Expansive living room with dining area, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and gorgeous powder room. The indulgent master suite features a walk-in closet and brand new bath with oversized walk-in shower, separate tub, and dual sinks. The penthouse level is built to entertain; replete with wet bar, wine refrigerator, lounge and access to 2 terraces with NYC views & hot tub. Two additional bedrooms on the lower level along with a full bath, laundry room and separate office/storage area. Private elevator, 2 zone CAC and easy access to PATH, Ferry and parks.

Space most just dream about! Stunning 3 bedroom 2½ bath triplex with 2,763 square feet of living space, parking for 3 cars and 2 oversized outdoor spaces. Main level features a chef’s kitchen with Viking range, French door refrigerator, granite counters, and custom cabinets. Expansive living room with dining area, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and gorgeous powder room. The indulgent master suite features a walk-in closet and brand new bath with oversized walk-in shower, separate tub, and dual sinks. The penthouse level is built to entertain; replete with wet bar, wine refrigerator, lounge and access to 2 terraces with NYC views & hot tub. Two additional bedrooms on the lower level along with a full bath, laundry room and separate office/storage area. Private elevator, 2 zone CAC and easy access to PATH, Ferry and parks.

Space most just dream about! Stunning 3 bedroom 2½ bath triplex with 2,763 square feet of living space, parking for 3 cars and 2 oversized outdoor spaces. Main level features a chef’s kitchen with Viking range, French door refrigerator, granite counters, and custom cabinets. Expansive living room with dining area, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and gorgeous powder room. The indulgent master suite features a walk-in closet and brand new bath with oversized walk-in shower, separate tub, and dual sinks. The penthouse level is built to entertain; replete with wet bar, wine refrigerator, lounge and access to 2 terraces with NYC views & hot tub. Two additional bedrooms on the lower level along with a full bath, laundry room and separate office/storage area. Private elevator, 2 zone CAC and easy access to PATH, Ferry and parks.

Space most just dream about! Stunning 3 bedroom 2½ bath triplex with 2,763 square feet of living space, parking for 3 cars and 2 oversized outdoor spaces. Main level features a chef’s kitchen with Viking range, French door refrigerator, granite counters, and custom cabinets. Expansive living room with dining area, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and gorgeous powder room. The indulgent master suite features a walk-in closet and brand new bath with oversized walk-in shower, separate tub, and dual sinks. The penthouse level is built to entertain; replete with wet bar, wine refrigerator, lounge and access to 2 terraces with NYC views & hot tub. Two additional bedrooms on the lower level along with a full bath, laundry room and separate office/storage area. Private elevator, 2 zone CAC and easy access to PATH, Ferry and parks.

Space most just dream about! Stunning 3 bedroom 2½ bath triplex with 2,763 square feet of living space, parking for 3 cars and 2 oversized outdoor spaces. Main level features a chef’s kitchen with Viking range, French door refrigerator, granite counters, and custom cabinets. Expansive living room with dining area, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and gorgeous powder room. The indulgent master suite features a walk-in closet and brand new bath with oversized walk-in shower, separate tub, and dual sinks. The penthouse level is built to entertain; replete with wet bar, wine refrigerator, lounge and access to 2 terraces with NYC views & hot tub. Two additional bedrooms on the lower level along with a full bath, laundry room and separate office/storage area. Private elevator, 2 zone CAC and easy access to PATH, Ferry and parks.

Space most just dream about! Stunning 3 bedroom 2½ bath triplex with 2,763 square feet of living space, parking for 3 cars and 2 oversized outdoor spaces. Main level features a chef’s kitchen with Viking range, French door refrigerator, granite counters, and custom cabinets. Expansive living room with dining area, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and gorgeous powder room. The indulgent master suite features a walk-in closet and brand new bath with oversized walk-in shower, separate tub, and dual sinks. The penthouse level is built to entertain; replete with wet bar, wine refrigerator, lounge and access to 2 terraces with NYC views & hot tub. Two additional bedrooms on the lower level along with a full bath, laundry room and separate office/storage area. Private elevator, 2 zone CAC and easy access to PATH, Ferry and parks.

Custom, southeastern-facing 2 bedroom, 2 bath with panoramic NYC, Hudson River & downtown Jersey City views and parking in Observer Plaza, a steel & concrete elevator building. Expansive, open floorplan with custom built-ins and walls of windows that lead to a large private terrace. Chef’s kitchen with corian counters and stainless steel appliances. Oversized en-suite master bedroom. Other features include; hardwood floors, recessed lighting, automated blinds, tons of custom built-ins with massive amounts of storage. Building has a new, state-of-the-art gym and a great downtown location only minutes to PATH, ferry, waterfront, restaurants, and nightlife. Lobby renovation expected to commence late fall 2017.

Space most just dream about! Stunning 3 bedroom 2½ bath triplex with 2,763 square feet of living space, parking for 3 cars and 2 oversized outdoor spaces. Main level features a chef’s kitchen with Viking range, French door refrigerator, granite counters, and custom cabinets. Expansive living room with dining area, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and gorgeous powder room. The indulgent master suite features a walk-in closet and brand new bath with oversized walk-in shower, separate tub, and dual sinks. The penthouse level is built to entertain; replete with wet bar, wine refrigerator, lounge and access to 2 terraces with NYC views & hot tub. Two additional bedrooms on the lower level along with a full bath, laundry room and separate office/storage area. Private elevator, 2 zone CAC and easy access to PATH, Ferry and parks.

Inspiration for a large tropical backyard deck remodel in Hawaii with a roof extension

Deck - coastal deck idea in Grand Rapids

This backyard garden, showcased one year into its spring growth, features a rain garden and dry creek bed. The lawn conversion enhances interest for both wildlife and people while effectively utilizing rainwater. With the use of drought-tolerant native plants, the garden also significantly reduces the water bill.

This backyard rain garden is designed to capture and infiltrate excess rainwater, benefiting the surrounding plants and trees while also recharging the groundwater. This setup supports a diverse array of blooming perennials and attracts wildlife, enhancing the garden's ecological value while also creating visual appeal.

Example of a beach style deck design in Grand Rapids

Beach style home design photo in Grand Rapids

Custom, southeastern-facing 2 bedroom, 2 bath with panoramic NYC, Hudson River & downtown Jersey City views and parking in Observer Plaza, a steel & concrete elevator building. Expansive, open floorplan with custom built-ins and walls of windows that lead to a large private terrace. Chef’s kitchen with corian counters and stainless steel appliances. Oversized en-suite master bedroom. Other features include; hardwood floors, recessed lighting, automated blinds, tons of custom built-ins with massive amounts of storage. Building has a new, state-of-the-art gym and a great downtown location only minutes to PATH, ferry, waterfront, restaurants, and nightlife. Lobby renovation expected to commence late fall 2017.

California fuchsias are sprawling, low-growing groundcovers that are highly attractive to hummingbirds. These ultra-drought-tolerant plants, with bright red-orange blooms, are an important source of nectar late into the year.

The roof on this custom built Observation Shed opens easily with a counter-weighted pulley system then closes easily and tightly keeping the telescope dry and secure.