Spectacular waterfront with unobstructed 360 degree views of mountain, city and water views. Modern landscape with grasses and plenty of entertaining rooms and spaces. Home has three living green roofs one directly overtop this rear yard. Living green roof is 40 ft x 30 ft with private lounge area and sofa seating complete with fire table sound system and home theatre. Rear yard has 14 foot circular fire bowl with circular wooden seating, outdoor dinning table, which leads to covered room with lounge area, Tv and a5 foot bar seating. Room has retreating floor to ceiling glass doors to fully enclose room for winds and rain. Heated by infrared radiant heaters in ceiling. Cook outdoor at the 20 foot outdoor cooking kitchen. Relax in the front seating room with is surrounded by the homes 40 ft blue glass tiled edgeless reflecting pond. Full Kayak and Paddle board storeage with outdoor shower. Feature gardens in the front of home include 5 foot stainless steel art piece surrounded in grasses. Every detail was meticulously thought about . Truly and entertainers dream. John Bentley Photography - Vancouver

The conversion of this iconic American barn into a Writer’s Studio was conceived of as a tranquil retreat with natural light and lush views to stimulate inspiration for both husband and wife. Originally used as a garage with two horse stalls, the existing stick framed structure provided a loft with ideal space and orientation for a secluded studio. Signature barn features were maintained and enhanced such as horizontal siding, trim, large barn doors, cupola, roof overhangs, and framing. New features added to compliment the contextual significance and sustainability aspect of the project were reclaimed lumber from a razed barn used as flooring, driftwood retrieved from the shores of the Hudson River used for trim, and distressing / wearing new wood finishes creating an aged look. Along with the efforts for maintaining the historic character of the barn, modern elements were also incorporated into the design to provide a more current ensemble based on its new use. Elements such a light fixtures, window configurations, plumbing fixtures and appliances were all modernized to appropriately represent the present way of life.

Bedroom - coastal bedroom idea in Boston with white walls

Located on a private mountain pond, this home is reflective of a Floridian beach home. With bright colors and and open airy feel, this home brings the beach to Montana.

The gas fire pit is a cast concrete bowl filled with spheres made of the same material as faux logs in fireplaces. A unique take on a fire pit. Westhauser Photography

Inspiration for a coastal detached garage remodel in Boston

This is an example of a contemporary full sun side yard concrete water fountain landscape in San Francisco.

Example of a transitional gray two-story stone exterior home design in Baltimore with a hip roof and a mixed material roof

Barnes Walker Ltd
Photo of a traditional partial sun stone garden path in Manchester.

Inspiration for a rustic brown one-story wood gable roof remodel in Seattle

Transitional backyard deck photo with a fire pit, decking and no cover

Scott Frances
This is an example of a large mid-century modern brown and full sun one-story and side yard glass and concrete paver pond in Los Angeles.

This is an example of a mid-sized mid-century modern shade side yard concrete paver water fountain landscape in Los Angeles.

Transitional backyard gravel patio photo in Chicago with no cover

Perfect for exercise or entertaining, this compact plunge pool tucks neatly behind the house in this urban Toronto yard. Underwater benches flanking the walk-in steps invite lounging, while a sheer descent waterfall adds drama to the raised ledgerock feature wall. Directly below is a powerful Badu Jet for lap swimming. The owners also use it for paddle practice in a kayak. The natural pond-look of the dark grey Armourcoat interior offers a pleasing contrast to the Wiarton flagstone coping and deck. (9 x 18, rectangular)

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Inspiration for a large tropical partial sun courtyard stone pond in Hawaii.

A perfect spot to enjoy the waterside views. Plantings of Vardar Valley Boxwood, Autumn Bride Coral Bell, Dwarf Summer sweet, Inkberry and Ornamental Grasses are used around the patio. These selections bring evergreen foliage, fragrance and movement to the setting.

Brantley Photography
Huge tuscan beige two-story exterior home photo in Miami with a hip roof

Creating environments that encourage our families to spend more time outdoors is important in today’s hi-tech world. Designed for the 2014 Chicago Flower and Garden show, this display garden captures a playful sensibility well-suited for any family to enjoy. The clean, modern lines and carefully planned spaces of this 50’ by 50’ garden form an enticing setting to simply unplug. Working within a very limited area, the design organizes a bio pool with sundeck, a spillover water feature and lounge area, and a gravel dining terrace with a built-in fireplace and shade tree canopy. Unlike traditional pools, our bio pool utilizes aquatic plants, beneficial bacteria, and microbes, rather than harsh chemicals, to filter the water. Impurities and excess nutrients are drawn out of the water naturally, creating a much healthier swimming environment. A native plant palette is incorporated throughout the garden with shade trees, ornamentals, native forbs, and perennials in an emergent spring landscape. We hope this exciting design will encourage green inspiration for visitors, whether they have a tight city lot or a larger suburban property.