The trellised terrace opens up to a quieter view of a magnificent existing redwood grove. A bluestone footbridge crosses a bioswale filled with clusters of ornamental grasses and perennials. In the distance, an existing below-grade greenhouse, renovated as part of the project program. Photography by Marion Brenner

Natural cedar 5x5 raised beds are rugged, rot-resistent, and attractive. They reduce the need to bend over and make great seats while working in your garden, too. Also, note the fully-protected berry enclosure in the background--perfect for securing your highly desirable crops from over-eager animals.

Photography by Liz Linder (www.lizlinder.com)
Example of a classic detached greenhouse design in Boston

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Growing your vegetables in the 20 in. high growing bed ergonomically designed greenhouse will reduce the amount of bending and kneeling required when attending to your garden. https://outdoorlivingtoday.com/product/prefab-garden-kit-8-x-8-with-greenhouse-kit/

Photography by Michael J. Lee
Example of a large classic slate floor and gray floor sunroom design in Boston with no fireplace and a glass ceiling

Front double door entrance to Japanese Tea House. Photo displays a wood front porch with a reclaimed sandstone in the middle. The building is constructed with 8 different kinds of wood. The Japanese-style roof is constructed from copper and contains 4 skylight windows. Photo Credits: Dan Drobnick

Photo of a modern landscaping in Denver.

The entire pavilion was constructed from Ipe Wood. The roof has reclaimed slate as an overlay. Copper was used for all trimming. All the glass throughout the structure is hand made speciality glass. There are twelve custom made skylights. Photo credits: Dan Drobnick

Home design - contemporary home design idea in San Francisco

In earlier times this 1920’s foursquare-style house contained a beautiful, generous dining room. At some point, a previous owner constructed a guest bathroom within the space reducing its grace and openness. Our clients asked us to remove and relocate the bath and restore the space to its original proportions. They requested built-in cabinets where the bath had been and new wood sash windows. In addition, the owner asked for a small greenhouse to hold her prized Meyer lemon tree. Photos by: Matt Swain Photography

In earlier times this 1920’s foursquare-style house contained a beautiful, generous dining room. At some point, a previous owner constructed a guest bathroom within the space reducing its grace and openness. Our clients asked us to remove and relocate the bath and restore the space to its original proportions. They requested built-in cabinets where the bath had been and new wood sash windows. In addition, the owner asked for a small greenhouse to hold her prized Meyer lemon tree. Photos by: Matt Swain Photography

In earlier times this 1920’s foursquare-style house contained a beautiful, generous dining room. At some point, a previous owner constructed a guest bathroom within the space reducing its grace and openness. Our clients asked us to remove and relocate the bath and restore the space to its original proportions. They requested built-in cabinets where the bath had been and new wood sash windows. In addition, the owner asked for a small greenhouse to hold her prized Meyer lemon tree. Photos by: Matt Swain Photography

This is my latest sunspace with exterior folding insulation panels fully open. With this system I can controll heat gain and loss. In winter the roof is open for daylight hours to collect heat and closed at night to reduce heat loss. In summer it is closed in the day to prevent overheating and open at night for starlight and to help cool the home. I estimate this room reduced my winter heating cost by about 50%

This eco-friendly Victorian-style farmhouse near Columbia, MO, is green and sustainable. Solar water heating and passive solar design team up to reduce utility bills and harmful greenhouse gases.

We love living in a healthy environment and want to keep that way for generations to come. We are experts in water conservation and using our precious water resources the best ways possible. Installing rainwater tanks to catch run-off from your property’s roofs and other hardscapes is a great way to reduce the demand of pumping fresh water in to irrigate the landscape. These systems are sized from 55 gallons – 50,000 gallons and beyond, all sized according to the site demands.

Example of a small trendy medium tone wood floor kitchen/dining room combo design in San Francisco

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