Pool fountain - huge mediterranean backyard stone and rectangular lap pool fountain idea in Dallas

Cal Cade Construction
Example of a large minimalist backyard deck design in San Francisco with no cover

Architect: Grouparchitect. Contractor: Barlow Construction. Photography: Chad Savaikie.
Mid-sized trendy wooden u-shaped open staircase photo in Seattle

Nathan Kirkman
Inspiration for a large timeless rooftop outdoor kitchen deck remodel in Chicago with a pergola

Our clients know how to live. they have distinguished taste and they entrust us to customize a perfectly appointed home that allows them to enjoy life to the fullest.

This brick and limestone, 6,000-square-foot residence exemplifies understated elegance. Located in the award-wining Blaine School District and within close proximity to the Southport Corridor, this is city living at its finest! The foyer, with herringbone wood floors, leads to a dramatic, hand-milled oval staircase; an architectural element that allows sunlight to cascade down from skylights and to filter throughout the house. The floor plan has stately-proportioned rooms and includes formal Living and Dining Rooms; an expansive, eat-in, gourmet Kitchen/Great Room; four bedrooms on the second level with three additional bedrooms and a Family Room on the lower level; a Penthouse Playroom leading to a roof-top deck and green roof; and an attached, heated 3-car garage. Additional features include hardwood flooring throughout the main level and upper two floors; sophisticated architectural detailing throughout the house including coffered ceiling details, barrel and groin vaulted ceilings; painted, glazed and wood paneling; laundry rooms on the bedroom level and on the lower level; five fireplaces, including one outdoors; and HD Video, Audio and Surround Sound pre-wire distribution through the house and grounds. The home also features extensively landscaped exterior spaces, designed by Prassas Landscape Studio. This home went under contract within 90 days during the Great Recession. Featured in Chicago Magazine: http://goo.gl/Gl8lRm Jim Yochum

The two new exterior decks finished off the project nicely. Loaded with great views, Ipe decking and custom sprial steel stair-case and guard-rails its a awesome hangout spot.

Mid-sized beach style rooftop deck photo in Miami with a roof extension

At the onset of this project, we found a roof deck garden in dire need of repair after a strong wind storm blew over an older pergola and screen system previously attached to limestone parapet caps. Our goal was to design and install a sturdier low maintenance screen system to protect against any future wind storms. We replaced limestone parapet caps, repaired the roof membrane and flashing, painted the walls and then replaced old stone tiles with sleek porcelain pavers. Our one of a kind hardwood screens add privacy from the windows of the adjacent high rise. Other details include a custom outdoor kitchen, lots of LED lighting to add warmth and illumination in the evening and a variety of gorgeous plants and ornamental trees, some reclaimed from the old garden. All plants are on an automated irrigation system.

At the onset of this project, we found a roof deck garden in dire need of repair after a strong wind storm blew over an older pergola and screen system previously attached to limestone parapet caps. Our goal was to design and install a sturdier low maintenance screen system to protect against any future wind storms. We replaced limestone parapet caps, repaired the roof membrane and flashing, painted the walls and then replaced old stone tiles with sleek porcelain pavers. Our one of a kind hardwood screens add privacy from the windows of the adjacent high rise. Other details include a custom outdoor kitchen, lots of LED lighting to add warmth and illumination in the evening and a variety of gorgeous plants and ornamental trees, some reclaimed from the old garden. All plants are on an automated irrigation system.

This 3 story home, built in the early ‘90’s, was badly in need of an update. Its dark, heavy looking finishes and a boring slog of a stair, topped by an undersized, half-hearted skylight, made this unique, shallow-plan home with good access to light and air feel nonetheless gloomy and uninviting. Lincoln Lighthill Architect gutted the house and rebuilt the main stair, with a custom steel guardrail and large, rolling, retractable skylight at its summit. An additional 4th stair flight leads up and through the full-width opening to a new roof deck with cantilevered glass guardrails and panoramic downtown views. Back inside, a light, minimalist palette and some key plan changes transform the home into an open, light-filled space.

At the onset of this project, we found a roof deck garden in dire need of repair after a strong wind storm blew over an older pergola and screen system previously attached to limestone parapet caps. Our goal was to design and install a sturdier low maintenance screen system to protect against any future wind storms. We replaced limestone parapet caps, repaired the roof membrane and flashing, painted the walls and then replaced old stone tiles with sleek porcelain pavers. Our one of a kind hardwood screens add privacy from the windows of the adjacent high rise. Other details include a custom outdoor kitchen, lots of LED lighting to add warmth and illumination in the evening and a variety of gorgeous plants and ornamental trees, some reclaimed from the old garden. All plants are on an automated irrigation system.

This 3 story home, built in the early ‘90’s, was badly in need of an update. Its dark, heavy looking finishes and a boring slog of a stair, topped by an undersized, half-hearted skylight, made this unique, shallow-plan home with good access to light and air feel nonetheless gloomy and uninviting. Lincoln Lighthill Architect gutted the house and rebuilt the main stair, with a custom steel guardrail and large, rolling, retractable skylight at its summit. An additional 4th stair flight leads up and through the full-width opening to a new roof deck with cantilevered glass guardrails and panoramic downtown views. Back inside, a light, minimalist palette and some key plan changes transform the home into an open, light-filled space.

VISION AND NEEDS: Homeowner sought a ‘retreat’ outside of NY that would have water views and offer options for entertaining groups of friends in the house and by pool. Being a car enthusiast, it was important to have a multi-car-garage. MCHUGH SOLUTION: The client sought McHugh because of our recognizable modern designs in the area. We were up for the challenge to design a home with a narrow lot located in a flood zone where views of the Toms River were secured from multiple rooms; while providing privacy on either side of the house. The elevated foundation offered incredible views from the roof. Each guest room opened up to a beautiful balcony. Flower beds, beautiful natural stone quarried from West Virginia and cedar siding, warmed the modern aesthetic, as you ascend to the front porch.

Photography: Anton Grassl
Staircase - contemporary floating staircase idea in Boston

This 3 story home, built in the early ‘90’s, was badly in need of an update. Its dark, heavy looking finishes and a boring slog of a stair, topped by an undersized, half-hearted skylight, made this unique, shallow-plan home with good access to light and air feel nonetheless gloomy and uninviting. Lincoln Lighthill Architect gutted the house and rebuilt the main stair, with a custom steel guardrail and large, rolling, retractable skylight at its summit. An additional 4th stair flight leads up and through the full-width opening to a new roof deck with cantilevered glass guardrails and panoramic downtown views. Back inside, a light, minimalist palette and some key plan changes transform the home into an open, light-filled space.

This 3 story home, built in the early ‘90’s, was badly in need of an update. Its dark, heavy looking finishes and a boring slog of a stair, topped by an undersized, half-hearted skylight, made this unique, shallow-plan home with good access to light and air feel nonetheless gloomy and uninviting. Lincoln Lighthill Architect gutted the house and rebuilt the main stair, with a custom steel guardrail and large, rolling, retractable skylight at its summit. An additional 4th stair flight leads up and through the full-width opening to a new roof deck with cantilevered glass guardrails and panoramic downtown views. Back inside, a light, minimalist palette and some key plan changes transform the home into an open, light-filled space.

A lush garden in the city provides privacy while the plants provide excitement.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary partial sun rooftop landscaping in Chicago with decking and no cover.

This Brooklyn Heights rooftop terrace is very inviting with its hot tub, custom ipe stairs, wood deck tiles, and grey Mexican beach stones. It's the perfect place to come home to relax in after a long day's work! Read more about our projects on my blog at www.amberfreda.com.