Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Atlanta.

| DETAILS | in concrete constructed condos it's very rare that we ever want to have to core new drain locations. For the Master Ensuite more and more when we do full renovations down to studs we are removing the terrible 5' tubs and tiny itty bitty 3x3' showers. For some reason the idea of luxury meant squeeze as much as you can so you have a long list of features when you go to market. More and more we are doing oversized his and hers showers. So when you have a drain that you are repurposing from previous plumbing fixtures and the drain isn't centred, it's pretty much magic to have the team surprise you after several site meetings and evaluations - we opted for the plumbers favourite to use Schluter linear tile over drains and have the oversized tile cut to fit and provide the necessary grout lines for a flush shower threshold. This might seem like nothing but is everything when we have the perfect tile layout be inline with the what we think is a centred drain. These are the kind of details that make my OCD sister inside so happy, we call it the centre flush drain happy dance. Kudos to @caisleydevelopments @4thdimensionconstruction with the help of @stonetilevancouver for finding a perfect subtle sand toned oversized porcelain. A large format tile in a shade and same tone value as our hardwood floor and one shade darker than our Baltic Birch flush panels for ease of cleaning and hiding dirt. When you want things clean I opt for showers with minimal detailing to be in shades darker than white. Cleaning becomes less treacherous. Also gone is this idea of ugly accent tile, we opt for uniform tile one material throughout a bathroom floor to ceiling and if possible all walls. Construction geekery 101 continues

Choose granite's classic shades of grey to harmonize with poured concrete or contrast subtly with materials of other colors. The hardest stone on earth, granite is unfazed by the most extreme weather or traffic conditions.

Paul North Photogrophy
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Baltimore.

Extending the garden across the winding path to just behind the garage, the existing koi pond was refurbished and a hot tub nestled in nearby but still within view of the fire pit to give the back yard a secret-garden-feel.

This is an example of a farmhouse landscaping in Grand Rapids.

Negative edge gunite pool with attached spa overlooking great view. By NeJame Pool Specialists, Inc.
Example of a classic pool design in New York

Barbara Kasper photo
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic shade hillside landscaping in Chicago for summer.

Stained concrete floor hand painted
Inspiration for a modern family room remodel in Orange County

Photo of a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.

Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean backyard pond in Calgary.

Debra Prinzing

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard stone pond in Vancouver.

Custom Surface Solutions (www.css-tile.com) - Owner Craig Thompson (512) 430-1215. This project shows new 12 x 24 tile installed vertically with offset layout pattern on wall and floor. Includes shower box with linear glass accent tile back and vertical glass accent band. Tile edges are finished with Schluter Jolly satin aluminum profile edge trim.

We cannot take credit for the expansive 40-year old oak that shades the driveway and wraps the home in privacy. The owners credit the squirrels! Established tree canopy like this is literally priceless - it adds value to the Retreat, and also neighboring homes.

Photo of a traditional landscaping in Salt Lake City.

A view from above shows how the naturalistic detail carries throughout the water feature and garden. Design and installation by Merrifield Garden Center. Photo: Wayne Boyland