This is the front view of the home, approached from the driveway. Multiple windows provide abundant daylighting, The clear cedar rain screen is aesthetic and functional. The patio consists of permeable paving. Siding materials include HardiePanel and clear cedar. The standing seam metal roof adds a clean line to the home.

This backyard space used to effectively be half this size. In an earlier stage of the properties ownership... a large garden space was fenced in and lay fallow. Now, this large lawn is well used by a Boxer puppy and its owner. An architectural slab paver walkway connects the patio space and the hobby shed. Photography by: Joe Hollowell

Island style home design photo in Vancouver

"After" photo pf the renovated front entry. The client added a portico to highlight the front door. Carderrock stone veneers the front stoop and steps. New Carderrock piers have been added to emphasize the entrance and provide a spot for colorful container plantings. Landscape Design: Molly Scott Exteriors, LLC Landscape Installation: John Shorb Landscaping, Inc. Photography: Joseph Andrew Townsend, townsendfilms

Decomposed granite patio with planter beds. Decomposed granite is a cost-effective hardscaping material, firmer than gravel but more permeable than concrete.

Beautiful 3,000 sf driveway and walkway featuring reclaimed antique Historic European Cobblestone in granite. Client selected a combination of two sizes; 5x8 and 5x5's for authentic old-world design. Installation on natural base, sand joints for permeability. Tom Broccolo, Gen Contractor, Palermo Pavers, Installation

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Patio - transitional patio idea

Patio - transitional patio idea

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Design ideas for a mid-sized craftsman landscaping in Sacramento.