Beautiful guest bedroom
Inspiration for a large contemporary guest light wood floor and beige floor bedroom remodel in Los Angeles with white walls

Hot tub - large contemporary backyard concrete paver and rectangular lap hot tub idea in Miami

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional full sun backyard concrete paver water fountain landscape in Toronto.

The invitation to swim is the focus of the pool patio, which sits at the edge of the forest. The sound of the tile spillway is a major part of that invitation. The pool + patio addition takes many cues from the surroundings. See the Ink+Well project, a modern home addition on a steep, creek-front hillside. https://www.hush.house/portfolio/ink-well

Photography by Raul Garcia Project by Studio H:T principal in charge Brad Tomecek (now with Tomecek Studio Architecture). This urban infill project juxtaposes a tall, slender curved circulation space against a rectangular living space. The tall curved metal wall was a result of bulk plane restrictions and the need to provide privacy from the public decks of the adjacent three story triplex. This element becomes the focus of the residence both visually and experientially. It acts as sun catcher that brings light down through the house from morning until early afternoon. At night it becomes a glowing, welcoming sail for visitors.

Ample space for planting and the use of colored mulch complements the deep, rich tones of the retaining wall and paving stone patio.
Patio container garden - backyard concrete paver patio container garden idea in Minneapolis

The homeowners desired a luxurious backyard in which they could relax with friends and family. We designed and installed a rectangular pool which includes four deck jets, a quartzite patio, fieldstone walls with a built-in water feature, an extra-large ground-mounted umbrella, and landscape lighting for ambience. Quartzite was selected for the patio both for it’s interesting appearance and its ability to stay cooler in direct sunlight than other natural stone materials. In conjunction with the landscaping, we coordinated with the homeowners and the architect in the installation of the cabana. The deck was pre-existing and not part of the design.

The client wanted to transform the backyard into a space that would be perfect for relaxing or for entertaining friends and family. On the wishlist were a pool, an outdoor living space, and an outdoor kitchen. The design started by locating the vinyl liner, rectangular swimming pool (with auto cover) in the optimal location. From there, we designed an outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven off the back of the house. Nearby, we included a cabana with bar seating, a TV, and a bathroom. All of this is on a Nicolock Alpine Ridge Granite City blend paver patio. To work with the existing slope of the property, we designed and installed a raised patio on one side of the pool; the perfect spot for lounging poolside. Lush plantings were installed to create multi-seasonal interest throughout the backyard and pool area.

This suburban Toronto family had a small backyard which they outfitted for recreation and entertaining. The focal point is a symmetrical cloverleaf plunge pool which has a uniform depth of six feet. There are entry steps with underwater benches on each side with a spillover spa at one end and a Badu swimjet at the other. (16 x 16 custom rectangular)

Toby Ponnay
Example of a transitional exterior home design in Orange County

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

Large elegant pool photo in Vancouver

The geometric lines of this Toronto backyard beautifully complement the modern architecture of the home. Special challenges were presented by the drastically sloping ravine lot with its tree protection zones, restricted pool location and ban on retaining walls. With the outside of the pool shell forming a retaining wall, the change in levels is accomplished with sets of stairs at the end of the pool and beside the spa leading to the basement walkout. The pool operates year round with a retractable cover and features an azure blue Armourcoat interior and deep end corner swim out benches. (16 x 32, custom rectangular)

When the owner first moved into this property, the backyard was overwhelming and underused. He wanted to create a space for easy, frequent entertaining. The first step was a large pool & guest house built perpendicular to the main house to create a private, semi-enclosed courtyard. Next we designed and constructed an over-sized rectangular swimming pool & spa with minimal interior features and extensive lighting so that the size of the pool would become the focal point of the outdoor living space. The entire courtyard was connected with an expansive, random rectangular, bluestone patio. Phil Nelson Imaging

Patio - large mediterranean backyard patio idea in Orange County

Mid-sized arts and crafts backyard stone and rectangular natural hot tub photo in Chicago

The patio areas are finished in custom beige coloured architectural stamped concrete to complement the Algonquin stone coping. The patio’s pattern of random rectangular saw cuts adds to the modern look, while the expansive areas of beige lend contrast to the dramatic black interiors of the pool and spa.

Copyright Protected by: Lori Brookes Photography
Example of a small trendy backyard concrete paver patio fountain design in San Diego with no cover

Pool - modern pool idea in Boston