This project presented unique opportunities that are not often found in residential landscaping. The homeowners were not only restoring their 1840's era farmhouse, a piece of their family’s history, but also enlarging and updating the home for modern living. The landscape designers continued this idea by creating a space that is a modern day interpretation of an 1840s era farm rather then a strict recreation. The resulting design combines elements of farm living from that time, as well as acknowledging the property’s history as a horse farm, with staples of 21st century landscapes such as space for outdoor living, lighting, and newer plant varieties. Guests approach from the main driveway which winds through the property and ends at the main barn. There is secondary gated driveway just for the homeowners. Connected to this main driveway is a narrower gravel lane which leads directly to the residence. The lane passes near fruit trees planted in broken rows to give the illusion that they are the remains of an orchard that once existed on the site. The lane widens at the entrance to the gardens where there is a hitching post built into the fence that surrounds the gardens and a watering trough. The widened section is intended as a place to park a golf cart or, in a nod to the home’s past, tie up horses before entering. The gravel lane passes between two stone pillars and then ends at a square gravel court edged in cobblestones. The gravel court transitions into a wide flagstone walk bordered with yew hedges and lavender leading to the front door. Directly to the right, upon entering the gravel court, is located a gravel and cobblestone edged walk leading to a secondary entrance into the residence. The walk is gated where it connects with the gravel court to close it off so as not to confuse visitors and guests to the main residence and to emphasize the primary entrance. An area for a bench is provided along this walk to encourage stopping to view and enjoy the gardens. On either side of the front door, gravel and cobblestone walks branch off into the garden spaces. The one on the right leads to a flagstone with cobblestone border patio space. Since the home has no designated backyard like most modern suburban homes the outdoor living space had to be placed in what would traditionally be thought of as the front of the house. The patio is separated from the entrance walk by the yew hedge and further enclosed by three Amelanchiers and a variety of plantings including modern cultivars of old fashioned plants such as Itea and Hydrangea. A third entrance, the original front door to the 1840’s era section, connects to the patio from the home’s kitchen, making the space ideal for outdoor dining. The gravel and cobblestone walk branching off to the left of the front door leads to the vegetable and perennial gardens. The idea for the vegetable garden was to recreate the tradition of a kitchen garden which would have been planted close to the residence for easy access. The vegetable garden is surrounded by mixed perennial beds along the inside of the wood picket fence which surrounds the entire garden space. Another area designated for a bench is provided here to encourage stopping and viewing. The home’s original smokehouse, completely restored and used as a garden shed, provides a strong architectural focal point to the vegetable garden. Behind the smokehouse is planted lilacs and other plants to give mass and balance to the corner and help screen the garden from the neighboring subdivision. At the rear corner of the garden a wood arbor was constructed to provide a structure on which to grow grapes or other vines should the homeowners choose to. The landscape and gardens for this restored farmhouse and property are a thoughtfully designed and planned recreation of a historic landscape reinterpreted for modern living. The idea was to give a sense of timelessness when walking through the gardens as if they had been there for years but had possibly been updated and rejuvenated as lifestyles changed. The attention to materials and craftsmanship blend seamlessly with the residence and insure the gardens and landscape remain an integral part of the property. The farm has been in the homeowner’s family for many years and they are thrilled at the results and happy to see respect given to the home’s history and to its meticulous restoration.

Orange Blue Star Range features double ovens, 6 burners and a griddle. The pale green base cabinets and white wall cabinets play well off of the bold colors in this space. Matt Kocourek Photography

This open living and kitchen view in the Hudson Bayou contemporary spec home was staged by iStage Homes to highlight the seamless flow between gathering spaces. A modern sectional with bright accent pillows anchors the living area, while the kitchen island with bar seating creates a natural focal point for entertaining. The staging emphasizes light, scale, and functionality—helping buyers envision comfortable modern living in this newly built Sarasota home.

Combining colorful flowers and foliage with controlled growth, Purple Diamond® is a gem. Unlike some other loropetalums that can swallow your house, this one grows 4 to 5 feet tall and wide. Showy pink flowers appear in spring and sometimes summer. Deep, rich purple foliage holds its color all season. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Magenta ribbons in spring Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0 F Key Features Deer resistant, reblooming, dwarf, year-round interest Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 4-5' H x 4-5' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Acidic, moist, well-drained, humus-rich Fertilizer Early spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Irene Kalina-Jones
Example of a classic deck design in New York with a pergola

Step Inside a Superb Altamount Residence by Hirsch Bedner Associates ⇒ Based in Santa Monica, Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) is an international firm dedicated to hospitality design as well as residential projects. Since 1965, the leading design firm has been continuously concerned regarding the pulse of changing industry trends, which are mainly directed towards today’s modern traveller. Quite recently, HBA has designed a superb Altamount Residence that will be the focus of our article, so get ready to be inspired and step inside a beautiful residence.

A combination of quarter sawn white oak material with kerf cuts creates harmony between the cabinets and the warm, modern architecture of the home. We mirrored the waterfall of the island to the base cabinets on the range wall. This project was unique because the client wanted the same kitchen layout as their previous home but updated with modern lines to fit the architecture. Floating shelves were swapped out for an open tile wall, and we added a double access countertwall cabinet to the right of the range for additional storage. This cabinet has hidden front access storage using an intentionally placed kerf cut and modern handleless design. The kerf cut material at the knee space of the island is extended to the sides, emphasizing a sense of depth. The palette is neutral with warm woods, dark stain, light surfaces, and the pearlescent tone of the backsplash; giving the client’s art collection a beautiful neutral backdrop to be celebrated. For the laundry we chose a micro shaker style cabinet door for a clean, transitional design. A folding surface over the washer and dryer as well as an intentional space for a dog bed create a space as functional as it is lovely. The color of the wall picks up on the tones of the beautiful marble tile floor and an art wall finishes out the space. In the master bath warm taupe tones of the wall tile play off the warm tones of the textured laminate cabinets. A tiled base supports the vanity creating a floating feel while also providing accessibility as well as ease of cleaning. An entry coat closet designed to feel like a furniture piece in the entry flows harmoniously with the warm taupe finishes of the brick on the exterior of the home. We also brought the kerf cut of the kitchen in and used a modern handleless design. The mudroom provides storage for coats with clothing rods as well as open cubbies for a quick and easy space to drop shoes. Warm taupe was brought in from the entry and paired with the micro shaker of the laundry. In the guest bath we combined the kerf cut of the kitchen and entry in a stained maple to play off the tones of the shower tile and dynamic Patagonia granite countertops.

Skorpio Round Glass Top Dining Table by Cattelan Italia Made in Italy The Skorpio Round by Cattelan Italia is a modern italian dining table. The dining table features a round top shape and a pedestal base. The top of the Skorpio Round dining table is made of a 0.6" thick tempered clear or beveled extra clear glass. The base is available in white, black or graphite lacquered steel finish as well as in transparent coating on ferrous raw material. The presence of more or less obvious stains, color variations, scratches and irregular edges is feature of the special material processing and should not be considered a defect. The glass top dining table Scorpio Round is available in four sizes. Features: Designed by Andrea Lucatello Round tabletop shape Top in 0.6" thick tempered clear or beveled extra clear glass Base in white, black or graphite lacquered steel finish as well as in transparent coating on ferrous raw material Available in four sizes The starting price is for the Skorpio Round Dining Table D51" with the top in clear glass and the base in graphite lacquered steel finish. Dimensions: Dining Table: D51" x H30" Dining Table: D55" x H30" Dining Table: D63" x H30" Dining Table: D71" x H30"

Bob Narod, Photographer, LLC
Trendy dark wood floor kitchen/dining room combo photo in DC Metro with white walls

APLD 2021 Silver Award Winning Landscape Design. Galvanized troughs used for vegetables in the side yard. An expansive back yard landscape with several mature oak trees and a stunning Golden Locust tree has been transformed into a welcoming outdoor retreat. The renovations include a wraparound deck, an expansive travertine natural stone patio, stairways and pathways along with concrete retaining walls and column accents with dramatic planters. The pathways meander throughout the landscape... some with travertine stepping stones and gravel and those below the majestic oaks left natural with fallen leaves. Raised vegetable beds and fruit trees occupy some of the sunniest areas of the landscape. A variety of low-water and low-maintenance plants for both sunny and shady areas include several succulents, grasses, CA natives and other site-appropriate Mediterranean plants complimented by a variety of boulders. Dramatic white pots provide architectural accents, filled with succulents and citrus trees. Design, Photos, Drawings © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

*Photo property of Pat N. / Plantique Inc. Living Orchids in clients unique containers. Plantique is the Premier Plantscape company based in Greenacres Fl since 1984, and is family owned & operated. We are an plantscape company, providing plantscape designs for high-end residences, public buildings, offices. We design interior plantsapes as well as exterior pool and patioscapes. Our maintenance contracts guarantee that the plants to look as good as the day we placed them 100% of the time. Our design service includes the latest trend in plantscaping, Living Walls and Moss Walls. Short term rentals for trees and plants are available for corporate events, meetings and all types of parties including weddings. Plantique, Inc. has been serving our customers since 1984, we are based in Lake Worth, our service area covers from Palm Beach County north to Vero Beach, Florida

*Photo property of Pat N. / Plantique Inc. Living Orchids in clients unique containers. Plantique is the Premier Plantscape company based in Greenacres Fl since 1984, and is family owned & operated. We are an plantscape company, providing plantscape designs for high-end residences, public buildings, offices. We design interior plantsapes as well as exterior pool and patioscapes. Our maintenance contracts guarantee that the plants to look as good as the day we placed them 100% of the time. Our design service includes the latest trend in plantscaping, Living Walls and Moss Walls. Short term rentals for trees and plants are available for corporate events, meetings and all types of parties including weddings. Plantique, Inc. has been serving our customers since 1984, we are based in Lake Worth, our service area covers from Palm Beach County north to Vero Beach, Florida

*Photo property of Pat N. / Plantique Inc. Living Orchids in clients unique containers. Plantique is the Premier Plantscape company based in Greenacres Fl since 1984, and is family owned & operated. We are an plantscape company, providing plantscape designs for high-end residences, public buildings, offices. We design interior plantsapes as well as exterior pool and patioscapes. Our maintenance contracts guarantee that the plants to look as good as the day we placed them 100% of the time. Our design service includes the latest trend in plantscaping, Living Walls and Moss Walls. Short term rentals for trees and plants are available for corporate events, meetings and all types of parties including weddings. Plantique, Inc. has been serving our customers since 1984, we are based in Lake Worth, our service area covers from Palm Beach County north to Vero Beach, Florida

*Photo property of Pat N. / Plantique Inc. Plantique is the Premier Plantscape company based in Greenacres Fl since 1984, and is family owned & operated. We are an plantscape company, providing plantscape designs for high-end residences, public buildings, offices. We design interior plantsapes as well as exterior pool and patioscapes. Our maintenance contracts guarantee that the plants to look as good as the day we placed them 100% of the time. Our design service includes the latest trend in plantscaping, Living Walls and Moss Walls. Short term rentals for trees and plants are available for corporate events, meetings and all types of parties including weddings. Plantique, Inc. has been serving our customers since 1984, we are based in Lake Worth, our service area covers from Palm Beach County north to Vero Beach, Florida

*Photo property of Pat N. / Plantique Inc. Living Orchids in clients unique containers. Plantique is the Premier Plantscape company based in Greenacres Fl since 1984, and is family owned & operated. We are an plantscape company, providing plantscape designs for high-end residences, public buildings, offices. We design interior plantsapes as well as exterior pool and patioscapes. Our maintenance contracts guarantee that the plants to look as good as the day we placed them 100% of the time. Our design service includes the latest trend in plantscaping, Living Walls and Moss Walls. Short term rentals for trees and plants are available for corporate events, meetings and all types of parties including weddings. Plantique, Inc. has been serving our customers since 1984, we are based in Lake Worth, our service area covers from Palm Beach County north to Vero Beach, Florida

*Photo property of Pat N. / Plantique Inc. Living Orchids in clients unique containers. Plantique is the Premier Plantscape company based in Greenacres Fl since 1984, and is family owned & operated. We are an plantscape company, providing plantscape designs for high-end residences, public buildings, offices. We design interior plantsapes as well as exterior pool and patioscapes. Our maintenance contracts guarantee that the plants to look as good as the day we placed them 100% of the time. Our design service includes the latest trend in plantscaping, Living Walls and Moss Walls. Short term rentals for trees and plants are available for corporate events, meetings and all types of parties including weddings. Plantique, Inc. has been serving our customers since 1984, we are based in Lake Worth, our service area covers from Palm Beach County north to Vero Beach, Florida

*Photo property of Pat N. / Plantique Inc. Living Orchids in clients unique containers. Plantique is the Premier Plantscape company based in Greenacres Fl since 1984, and is family owned & operated. We are an plantscape company, providing plantscape designs for high-end residences, public buildings, offices. We design interior plantsapes as well as exterior pool and patioscapes. Our maintenance contracts guarantee that the plants to look as good as the day we placed them 100% of the time. Our design service includes the latest trend in plantscaping, Living Walls and Moss Walls. Short term rentals for trees and plants are available for corporate events, meetings and all types of parties including weddings. Plantique, Inc. has been serving our customers since 1984, we are based in Lake Worth, our service area covers from Palm Beach County north to Vero Beach, Florida.

Even small spaces need great design. Container and small space gardens - decks, alcoves and patios are all great spots to "green" up with planted pots. Add color, texture and warmth to your small spaces - or drama to a large space - with a well-designed container. Birdbaths, fountains, troughs and more make great containers. Irrigation can be run to your containers or Oyas (water vessels) can be planted in the containers to provide irrigation and to keep your plants healthy.

This custom walk in closet has been designed by Lux Design, to reflect the high end style of the home owners. Beautiful pendant fixture have been selected to add additional lighting to the space, as well as complete the glamorous feel of the room. Subtle pink accents added for the perfect feminine touch.