Photo: Mina Brinkey © 2013 Houzz
Transitional dining room photo in Tampa

Ryan Garvin
Large elegant master alcove shower photo in Orange County with an undermount tub, flat-panel cabinets and medium tone wood cabinets

Peter Rymwid Architectural Photography
Inspiration for a small victorian u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with a drop-in sink, stainless steel appliances, an island, recessed-panel cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash and gray cabinets

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...

Kitchen - rustic kitchen idea with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances

Dawn Smith Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional dark wood floor and brown floor foyer remodel in Cincinnati with gray walls and a glass front door

Photo: Mina Brinkey © 2013 Houzz
Seated home bar - eclectic seated home bar idea in Tampa with white cabinets and wood countertops

David Duncan Livingston
Cottage painted wood floor kitchen/dining room combo photo in San Francisco with white walls

Japanese Tatami Dining Room featuring Tatami Mats and Garden View. Design and Build by Trilogy Partners. Photos Roger Wade Photography. Featured Architectural Digest May 2010

Kimberley Bryan
Inspiration for a farmhouse garden path in Seattle.

Project Developer John Audet Designer Kate Adams Photography by Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in DC Metro with stainless steel appliances and an island

Inspiration for a large mediterranean two-story and backyard stone and kidney-shaped beige and natural pool fountain remodel in Tampa

Landscape lighting is used to enhance the evening experience. http://www.jerryfinleyphotography.com/

Situated in old Palo Alto, CA, this historic 1905 Craftsman style home now has a stunning landscape to match its custom hand-crafted interior. Our firm had a blank slate with the landscape, and carved out a number of spaces that this young and vibrant family could use for gathering, entertaining, dining, gardening and general relaxation. Mature screen planting, colorful perennials, citrus trees, ornamental grasses, and lots of depth and texture are found throughout the many planting beds. In effort to conserve water, the main open spaces were covered with a foot friendly, decorative gravel. Giving the family a great space for large gatherings, all while saving water.

Example of a cottage galley kitchen design in Seattle with an island

These clients came to my office looking for an architect who could design their "empty nest" home that would be the focus of their soon to be extended family. A place where the kids and grand kids would want to hang out: with a pool, open family room/ kitchen, garden; but also one-story so there wouldn't be any unnecessary stairs to climb. They wanted the design to feel like "old Pasadena" with the coziness and attention to detail that the era embraced. My sensibilities led me to recall the wonderful classic mansions of San Marino, so I designed a manor house clad in trim Bluestone with a steep French slate roof and clean white entry, eave and dormer moldings that would blend organically with the future hardscape plan and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. The site was a deep, flat lot that had been half of the old Joan Crawford estate; the part that had an abandoned swimming pool and small cabana. I envisioned a pavilion filled with natural light set in a beautifully planted park with garden views from all sides. Having a one-story house allowed for tall and interesting shaped ceilings that carved into the sheer angles of the roof. The most private area of the house would be the central loggia with skylights ensconced in a deep woodwork lattice grid and would be reminiscent of the outdoor “Salas” found in early Californian homes. The family would soon gather there and enjoy warm afternoons and the wonderfully cool evening hours together. Working with interior designer Jeffrey Hitchcock, we designed an open family room/kitchen with high dark wood beamed ceilings, dormer windows for daylight, custom raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and a textured glass tile splash. Natural light and gentle breezes flow through the many French doors and windows located to accommodate not only the garden views, but the prevailing sun and wind as well. The graceful living room features a dramatic vaulted white painted wood ceiling and grand fireplace flanked by generous double hung French windows and elegant drapery. A deeply cased opening draws one into the wainscot paneled dining room that is highlighted by hand painted scenic wallpaper and a barrel vaulted ceiling. The walnut paneled library opens up to reveal the waterfall feature in the back garden. Equally picturesque and restful is the view from the rotunda in the master bedroom suite. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Jeffrey Hitchcock Enterprises Contractor: Synergy General Contractors, Inc. Landscape Design: LZ Design Group, Inc. Photography: Laura Hull

Photo: Caela McKeever © 2016 Houzz

Outdoor Kitchen and Living Space
Inspiration for a mid-century modern backyard landscaping in New Orleans.

Allen Carrasco
Open concept kitchen - coastal galley light wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island