Example of a minimalist courtyard tile and rectangular pool design in Phoenix

Example of a minimalist patio design in Toronto

Inspiration for a modern patio remodel in Toronto

Large transitional backyard tile patio kitchen photo in Los Angeles with a gazebo

Deck - coastal deck idea in Los Angeles with a pergola

Jeff Tippett
Inspiration for a coastal dark wood floor dining room remodel in Grand Rapids with blue walls

This smart kitchen renovation in Silver Spring, Maryland, involved removing three walls and a centrally located powder room and a closet. The powder room was relocated into the original closet area, and the patio door moved nearby. The main window was enlarged to create an anchor and focal point for the new kitchen as well as to enhance the view onto the lovely backyard. An angled island keeps the room feeling spacious and open, and a corner pantry was designed so as not to lose precious storage space. Photo by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

This contemporary pool with disappearing fountain and pergola combines warm earth tones with cool blues from the water to create an exhilarating outdoor entertaining space.

Denver Image Photography, Tahvory Bunting
Inspiration for a 1950s exterior home remodel in Denver

Photo: Russell Abrahams
Example of a cottage rectangular pool design in San Francisco

The long, lean swimming pool and raised spa were set perpendicular to the home to take full advantage of the rectangular property. Extra-wide limestone coping provides a stunning frame, hides the skimmers with custom stone lids, and seamlessly blends with the random-rectangular limestone deck running the full width of the home. A custom pool house and mature, layered hedges add complete privacy to this beautiful backyard. Phil Nelson Imaging

Patio - huge transitional backyard stone patio idea in Austin with a roof extension

This contemporary pool with disappearing fountain and pergola combines warm earth tones with cool blues from the water to create an exhilarating outdoor entertaining space.

Deck - large coastal backyard deck idea in Orange County with no cover and a bbq area

Dominic AZ Bonuccelli
Example of a small trendy detached studio / workshop shed design in San Francisco

Outdoor Elements maximized the available space in this beautiful yard with a contemporary, rectangular pool complete with a large tanning deck and swim jet system. Mosaic glass-tile accents the spa and a shell stone deck and coping add to the contemporary feel. Behind the tanning deck, a large, up-lit, sheer-descent waterfall adds variety and elegance to the design. A lighted gazebo makes a comfortable seating area protected from the sun while a functional outdoor kitchen is nestled near the backdoor of the residence. Raised planters and screening trees add the right amount of greenery to the space.

Peter Peirce
Inspiration for a victorian porch remodel in Bridgeport with a fire pit