In south Seattle, a tiny backyard garden needed a makeover to add usability and create a sitting area for entertaining. Raised garden beds for edible plants provide the transition between the existing deck and new patio below, eliminating the need for a railing. A firepit provides the focal point for the new patio. Angles create drama and direct flow to the steel stairs and gate. Installed June, 2014. Photography: Mark S. Garff ASLA, LLA

photos: Kyle Born
Example of a large eclectic enclosed light wood floor and brown floor living room design in New York with a bar, blue walls, a standard fireplace and no tv

Inspiration for a coastal u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Living room - contemporary living room idea in New York

Holistic design goes beyond problem solving to incorporate all aspects of the ecosystem that a product is used in. It is concerned with aesthetics, sustainability, spirituality and other aspects of “wants” rather than “needs”. Eris EcoVation Container Homes and businesses are thoughtfully designed, LEED Certified, and built for the future. A holistic approach with the most progressive thinking in architecture, engineering, interior design, construction, landscaping, and lifestyle. Adhering to the “Petals” or performance categories of Place Water, Energy, Health & Happiness, Materials, Equity, and Beauty of the Living Building Challenge. Responsible repurposing, NetZero, Uniting Communities to #ContainTheCrisis.

Mid-century modern white one-story stucco exterior home photo in Los Angeles with a gambrel roof

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Modern Outdoor Pool in a Private Residence Using Porcea Coast and Porcea Birch Timber Porcea Coast is a light beige outdoor porcelain tile, available in 2 cm thickness. Outdoor porcelain is suitable for all applications including patios, walkways, pool decks, pedestrian commercial traffic, building facades, veneers, and even vehicular traffic with a concrete base. Porcea Birch Timber is a light brown wood outdoor porcelain, designed to replicate the knots and patterns found in real wood. It is available in nice plank sizes in order to truly replicate wooden decking, however unlike wooden decking that needs to be re-stained and oiled every few years, outdoor wooden porcelain is virtually bulletproof. Outdoor wood design porcelain tiles can withstand freeze thaw cycles, salt/chemicals, and is abrasion resistant. Unlike real wood, it will not splinter or require any ongoing maintenance. Exclusive to Porcea Stone, this product is also available in 1 cm thickness for an indoor application and to allow that same look to continue outdoors with the 2 cm outdoor porcelain pavers.

Modern Outdoor Pool in a Private Residence Using Porcea Coast and Porcea Birch Timber Porcea Coast is a light beige outdoor porcelain tile, available in 2 cm thickness. Outdoor porcelain is suitable for all applications including patios, walkways, pool decks, pedestrian commercial traffic, building facades, veneers, and even vehicular traffic with a concrete base. Porcea Birch Timber is a light brown wood outdoor porcelain, designed to replicate the knots and patterns found in real wood. It is available in nice plank sizes in order to truly replicate wooden decking, however unlike wooden decking that needs to be re-stained and oiled every few years, outdoor wooden porcelain is virtually bulletproof. Outdoor wood design porcelain tiles can withstand freeze thaw cycles, salt/chemicals, and is abrasion resistant. Unlike real wood, it will not splinter or require any ongoing maintenance. Exclusive to Porcea Stone, this product is also available in 1 cm thickness for an indoor application and to allow that same look to continue outdoors with the 2 cm outdoor porcelain pavers.

Modern Outdoor Pool in a Private Residence Using Porcea Coast and Porcea Birch Timber Porcea Coast is a light beige outdoor porcelain tile, available in 2 cm thickness. Outdoor porcelain is suitable for all applications including patios, walkways, pool decks, pedestrian commercial traffic, building facades, veneers, and even vehicular traffic with a concrete base. Porcea Birch Timber is a light brown wood outdoor porcelain, designed to replicate the knots and patterns found in real wood. It is available in nice plank sizes in order to truly replicate wooden decking, however unlike wooden decking that needs to be re-stained and oiled every few years, outdoor wooden porcelain is virtually bulletproof. Outdoor wood design porcelain tiles can withstand freeze thaw cycles, salt/chemicals, and is abrasion resistant. Unlike real wood, it will not splinter or require any ongoing maintenance. Exclusive to Porcea Stone, this product is also available in 1 cm thickness for an indoor application and to allow that same look to continue outdoors with the 2 cm outdoor porcelain pavers.

Modern Outdoor Pool in a Private Residence Using Porcea Coast and Porcea Birch Timber Porcea Coast is a light beige outdoor porcelain tile, available in 2 cm thickness. Outdoor porcelain is suitable for all applications including patios, walkways, pool decks, pedestrian commercial traffic, building facades, veneers, and even vehicular traffic with a concrete base. Porcea Birch Timber is a light brown wood outdoor porcelain, designed to replicate the knots and patterns found in real wood. It is available in nice plank sizes in order to truly replicate wooden decking, however unlike wooden decking that needs to be re-stained and oiled every few years, outdoor wooden porcelain is virtually bulletproof. Outdoor wood design porcelain tiles can withstand freeze thaw cycles, salt/chemicals, and is abrasion resistant. Unlike real wood, it will not splinter or require any ongoing maintenance. Exclusive to Porcea Stone, this product is also available in 1 cm thickness for an indoor application and to allow that same look to continue outdoors with the 2 cm outdoor porcelain pavers.

Modern Outdoor Pool in a Private Residence Using Porcea Coast and Porcea Birch Timber Porcea Coast is a light beige outdoor porcelain tile, available in 2 cm thickness. Outdoor porcelain is suitable for all applications including patios, walkways, pool decks, pedestrian commercial traffic, building facades, veneers, and even vehicular traffic with a concrete base. Porcea Birch Timber is a light brown wood outdoor porcelain, designed to replicate the knots and patterns found in real wood. It is available in nice plank sizes in order to truly replicate wooden decking, however unlike wooden decking that needs to be re-stained and oiled every few years, outdoor wooden porcelain is virtually bulletproof. Outdoor wood design porcelain tiles can withstand freeze thaw cycles, salt/chemicals, and is abrasion resistant. Unlike real wood, it will not splinter or require any ongoing maintenance. Exclusive to Porcea Stone, this product is also available in 1 cm thickness for an indoor application and to allow that same look to continue outdoors with the 2 cm outdoor porcelain pavers.

Enjoy incredibly effective hurricane protection and the convenience of an electronically controlled or manually operated rolling hurricane screen system. Protecting you, your family and your home even when you are not there, this highly innovative and advanced design is like having a bulletproof vest for the vulnerable openings of your home. Additionally, the Storm Catcher Rolling Screen can cover large openings while the cutting-edge mesh structure filters in light, allowing you to see out. Our Rolling screens shade, shield and protect beautifully.