Ever notice in old classic movies how distracting fake scenery looks outside, say, a car that actors are supposedly traveling in? Well, that’s true in landscaping as well. Creating a serene outdoor scene that looks natural — like Mother Nature sculpted it — requires knowing what elements will make it appear genuine. For example, whenever we design and build a new water feature or landscape wall, moss rock is always part of the design. www.deckandpatio.com

Mid-sized transitional master black and white tile mosaic tile floor, multicolored floor and single-sink alcove shower photo in St Louis with green cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, a hinged shower door and a built-in vanity

Jodi McCue
Photo of a traditional landscaping in Cleveland.

Luke Gibson Photography
Tuscan home design photo in Los Angeles

These homeowners came to us wanting to update their property with new plantings at the street, which matched the existing landscaping of the neighborhood, as well as update the various beds around their foundation. The existing beds throughout the property became overgrown and needed a bit of breathing room to allow space for the new plants to fill in. The old vegetation was ripped out and replaced with both native, and adapted plants. The wooded area in the backyard was rid of debris, and a drainage system was added using the rocks that were in their previous landscape design. Not only were the materials able to be recycled, they are now used to help prevent continued erosion of the hillside by taking the water from the sloped driveway and giving it a path toward the woods. Limestone was the chosen replacement because it is cohesive with the neighbor’s landscaping and the pre-existing stairs in the backyard. Blocks of limestone were used to line the new beds and build a new fire pit to accessorize the beautiful view!

Spa, pool, garden, outdoor kitchen, and a waterfall in this small townhouse. David Morello
Pool - traditional pool idea in Houston

Fiorano Tile Showrooms is a family owned and operated business that has been serving the Long Island / NY Tri-State area since 1977. Visit one of our beautiful showrooms, located in: Elmont, NY (516) 354-8453 Manhasset, NY (516) 365-3600 Bellmore, NY (516) 221-3990 #FioranoTile “New York’s Favorite Source for Tile & Stone” www.FioranoTile.com

Matte black damask tile is a bold backdrop for the Waterworks pot filler above the stove. Cabochon Surfaces & Fixtures
Example of a large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen design in San Diego with an island, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, black backsplash, custom tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink and white walls

Photography: Ryan Garvin
Inspiration for an eclectic staircase remodel in Orange County

Inspiration for a small modern stucco exterior home remodel in San Diego

P. Carlson

This Pink Cristallo Quartzite is certainly the belle of the ball – rare, luxurious, and full of color. The stone appears quite delicate with its rosy hue “marred” by the unique pattern left by the dark veins scrawled across the surface. Elegance still reigns, thanks to the patches of white quartz. 2CM Quartzite slabs w/ polished finish, custom finishes available upon request. Call for Inventory 00026

Bathroom - country bathroom idea

Signed Totem Series 24.5x66.5 Framed Chicago

In a South Florida estate this photo showcases a home gym customized with a custom created metallic treatment of a horizontal bronze and olive painted wall pattern created by the artists at AH & Co. from Montclair, NJ.

Turfgrass lawn is lined by a bunchgrass and perennial border.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard stone garden path for summer.