Jon Eady Photographer 2014
Inspiration for a rustic powder room remodel in Denver with a vessel sink, wood countertops, brown walls and beige countertops

Inspiration for a contemporary powder room remodel in Vancouver

The idea for this space came from two key elements: functionality and design. Being a multi-purpose space, this room presents a beautiful workstation with black and rattan desk atop a hair on hide zebra print rug. The credenza behind the desk allows for ample storage for office supplies and linens for the stylish and comfortable white sleeper sofa. Stunning geometric wall covering, custom drapes and a black and gold light fixture add to the collected mid-century modern and contemporary feel. Photo: Zeke Ruelas

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in New York

Mid-sized transitional formal and open concept dark wood floor living room photo in Philadelphia with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

Cat door! Beautifully accomplished by the lead carpenter from Prestige Residential Construction.
Kitchen - transitional kitchen idea in Seattle

Trendy laundry room photo in Vancouver

Home office - mid-sized traditional built-in desk dark wood floor and brown floor home office idea in Charleston with white walls

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Inspiration for a timeless open concept medium tone wood floor family room remodel in Boston with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Inspiration for a mediterranean backyard kidney-shaped pool fountain remodel in Nashville

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.

Mark Woods
Mid-sized trendy 3/4 white tile and mosaic tile mosaic tile floor and white floor doorless shower photo in Seattle with a wall-mount sink, a wall-mount toilet and white walls

Melissa McCabe Navaroli
Inspiration for a small modern drought-tolerant and partial sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in San Diego.

Pool fountain - large coastal backyard stone and custom-shaped pool fountain idea in New York

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Example of a classic open concept medium tone wood floor family room design in Boston with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv

Example of a large minimalist gender-neutral porcelain tile and black floor walk-in closet design with flat-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets

Photo: Carolyn Reyes © 2017 Houzz Design team: Aaron B Duke Library
Transitional family room photo in Los Angeles

Mid-sized trendy dark wood floor wine cellar photo in Phoenix with display racks

Kitchen - contemporary galley light wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island