The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography

Rusted Corrugated Fencing. 7/8" Corrugated Metal In Bare Steel Finish. Corrugated panel is running horizontally. The corrugated metal arrives unrusted and rust naturally with exposure to the weather.

Trendy concrete patio photo in Los Angeles with no cover

Alex Hayden
Trendy light wood floor family room photo in Seattle with white walls, a metal fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a ribbon fireplace

To create a luxurious showering experience and as though you were being bathed by rain from the clouds high above, a large 16 inch rain shower was set up inside the skylight well. Photography by Paul Linnebach

Outdoor dining at its finest.
Large mountain style stone patio photo with no cover

Extensive valley and mountain views inspired the siting of this simple L-shaped house that is anchored into the landscape. This shape forms an intimate courtyard with the sweeping views to the south. Looking back through the entry, glass walls frame the view of a significant mountain peak justifying the plan skew. The circulation is arranged along the courtyard in order that all the major spaces have access to the extensive valley views. A generous eight-foot overhang along the southern portion of the house allows for sun shading in the summer and passive solar gain during the harshest winter months. The open plan and generous window placement showcase views throughout the house. The living room is located in the southeast corner of the house and cantilevers into the landscape affording stunning panoramic views. Project Year: 2012

Pinnacle Mountain Homes
Inspiration for a rustic dark wood floor living room remodel in Denver with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Living room - mid-sized country open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room idea in Burlington with a metal fireplace, no tv, white walls and a standard fireplace

Concrete path with channels cut, gravel in place and succulents planted.
This is an example of a small modern front yard concrete landscaping in San Francisco.

This project was designed by Gregory Thomas of CG&S design build. http://www.cgsdb.com/

Firepit with built in bench seating.Construction by Shearer Landscaping Photography by VS3studios
Elegant patio photo in Columbus with a fire pit

David Lauer Photography
Mid-sized trendy backyard patio photo in Denver with a pergola

Transitional living room photo in Venice

Small transitional u-shaped kitchen photo in Atlanta with wood countertops, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets and gray cabinets

Kitchen - traditional kitchen idea in San Diego

Photo Credit: Emily Redfield
Claw-foot bathtub - small traditional master white tile and subway tile gray floor claw-foot bathtub idea in Denver with brown cabinets, white walls, marble countertops, white countertops, an undermount sink and flat-panel cabinets

Kibo Group of Missoula provided architectural services, part of the Rocky Mountain Homes family of companies, Shannon Callaghan Interior Design of Missoula provided extensive consultative services during the project. This dovetail log home and rustic accents such as exposed beams, log posts and timber trusses all work in concert to make this home a living piece of art. Hamilton, MT

Transitional wine cellar photo in Miami