Photo by Ryann Ford
Photo of a contemporary landscaping in Austin.

Don Pearse Photographer
This is an example of a country porch design in Philadelphia.

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Inspiration for a large transitional backyard rectangular and stone lap pool house remodel in DC Metro

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Inspiration for a contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard landscaping in Ahmedabad.

Matthew Gallant
Inspiration for a contemporary concrete floor front door remodel in Seattle with a medium wood front door

Elegant backyard stone patio photo in New York with a fire pit and no cover

Photography by Anthony Crisafulli
Small eclectic backyard brick patio photo in New York

Matthew Bolt Graphic Design
Example of a beach style three-story exterior home design in San Francisco

Like most growing families, this client wanted to lure everyone outside. And when the family went outdoors, they were hoping to find flamboyant color, delicious fragrance, freshly grilled food, fun play-spaces, and comfy entertaining areas waiting. Privacy was an imperative. Seems basic enough. But a heap of challenges stood in the way between what they were given upon arrival and the family's ultimate dreamscape. Primary among the impediments was the fact that the house stands on a busy corner lot. Plus, the breakneck slope was definitely not playground-friendly. Fortunately, Westover Landscape Design rode to the rescue and literally leveled the playing field. Furthermore, flowing from space to space is a thoroughly enjoyable, ever-changing journey given the blossom-filled, year-around-splendiferous gardens that now hug the walkway and stretch out to the property lines. Soft evergreen hedges and billowing flowering shrubs muffle street noise, giving the garden within a sense of embrace. A fully functional (and frequently used) convenient outdoor kitchen/dining area/living room expand the house's floorplan into a relaxing, nature-infused on-site vacationland. Mission accomplished. With the addition of the stunning old-world stone fireplace and pergola, this amazing property is a welcome retreat for year round enjoyment. Mission accomplished. Rob Cardillo for Westover Landscape Design, Inc.

Architectural by David Stocker, AIA; Design Team: Enrique Montenegro, AIA, Kevin Pauzer{Photo by Nathan Schroder Photography}
Inspiration for a contemporary rectangular pool remodel in Dallas

Ryann Ford
Example of a farmhouse home design design in Austin

Product: Authentic Limestone for Exterior Living Spaces. Ancient Surfaces Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com The design of external living spaces is known as the 'Al Fresco' design style as it is called in Italian. 'Al Fresco' translates into 'the open' or 'the cool/fresh exterior'. Customizing a fully functional outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, BBQ, fireplace or Jacuzzi pool spa all out of old reclaimed Mediterranean stone pieces is no easy task and shouldn’t be created out of the lowest common denominator of building materials such as concrete, Indian slates or Turkish travertine. The one thing you can bet the farmhouse on is that when the entire process unravels and when your outdoor living space materializes from the architects rendering to real life, you will be guaranteed a true Mediterranean living experience if your choice of construction material was as authentic and possible to the Southern Mediterranean regions. We believe that the coziness of your surroundings brought about by the creative usage of our antique stone elements will only amplify that authenticity. whether you are enjoying a relaxing time soaking the sun inside one of our Jacuzzi spa stone fountains or sharing unforgettable memories with family and friends while baking your own pizzas in one of our outdoor BBQ pizza ovens, our stone designs will always evoke in most a feeling of euphoria and exultation that one only gets while being on vacation is some exotic European island surrounded with the pristine beauty of indigenous nature and ancient architecture...

Karyn Millet
Example of a beach style backyard tile patio design in Orange County with a pergola

Nick Springett
Inspiration for a huge contemporary backyard stone, concrete paver and rectangular beige pool house remodel in Los Angeles

Shoot2Sel
This is an example of a large craftsman front porch design in Dallas with decking and a roof extension.

Inspiration for a mediterranean custom-shaped pool remodel in Los Angeles

Photo of a mid-sized traditional drought-tolerant and partial sun backyard brick raised garden bed in Las Vegas for spring.

Mariko Reed
Design ideas for a modern concrete paver garden path in San Francisco.

The crused shell driveway is traditional surface that is bordered by a bluestone walk that connects to both the front and back house entries. The relocated tool shed has an outdoor shower on the backside for cleaning up after coming back from the beach. Paul Maue