Photo taken just after installation, see updated photos. The front areas of this landscape were transformed from a tired, water thirsty lawn into a contemporary setting with dramatic concrete pavers leading to the home's entrance and a new driveway using large concrete slabs with small black pebbles set in resin. Plants for sun and part shade complete this project, just completed in February 2014. The back areas of this transformation are in a separate project: Modern Water-Side Landscape Remodel http://www.houzz.com/projects/456093/Modern-Water-Side-Landscape-Remodel---Lawn-Replaced--Novato--CA Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

photography: Paul Grdina
Kitchen pantry - transitional l-shaped dark wood floor kitchen pantry idea in Vancouver with open cabinets, white cabinets and paneled appliances

Photo of a mid-sized asian concrete floor and gray floor landscaping in Seattle with a glass front door and gray walls.

This house was designed as a second home for a Bay Area couple as a summer retreat to spend the warm summer months away from the fog in San Francisco. Built on a steep slope and a narrow lot, this 4000 square foot home is spread over 3 floors, with the master, guest and kids bedroom on the ground floor, and living spaces on the upper floor to take advantage of the views. The main living level includes a large kitchen, dining, and living space, connected to two home offices by way of a bridge that extends across the double height entry. This bridge area acts as a gallery of light, allowing filtered light through the skylights above and down to the entry on the ground level. All living space takes advantage of grand views of Lake Washington and the city skyline beyond. Two large sliding glass doors open up completely, allowing the living and dining space to extend to the deck outside. On the first floor, in addition to the guest room, a “kids room” welcomes visiting nieces and nephews with bunk beds and their own bathroom. The basement level contains storage, mechanical and a 2 car garage. Photographer: Aaron Leitz

Front lawn conversion,edibles Chris Kittredge Photography Susie Dowd Markarian Designer
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean full sun front yard concrete paver vegetable garden landscape in San Francisco.

Add a bit of green to your outdoor space with GreenSmart Decor. With artificial leaf panels, we've eliminated the maintenance and water consumption upkeep for real foliage. Our high-quality, weather resistant panels are the perfect solution to a bare, exterior wall. Redefine your patio, balcony or deck with modern elements from GreenSmart Decor.

Ciro Coelho Photography
Island style great room photo in San Luis Obispo with beige walls

Patio kitchen - large transitional backyard stone patio kitchen idea in Houston with a pergola

Randy Angell, Designer The beautiful pool, spa and outdoor fireplace create a peaceful retreat.
Hot tub - large modern backyard stone and custom-shaped hot tub idea in Dallas

This four bedroom beach house in Washington's South Sound is all about growing up near the water's edge during summer's freedom from school. The owner's childhood was spent in a small cabin on this site with her parents and siblings. Now married and with children of her own, it was time to savor those childhood memories and create new ones in a house designed for generations to come. At 3,200 square feet, including a whimsical Crow's Nest, the new summer cabin is much larger than the original cabin. The home is still about family and fun though. Above the 600 square foot water toys filled garage, there is a 500 square foot bunk room for friends and family. The bunk room is connected to the main house by an upper bridge where built-in storage frames a window seat overlooking the property. Throughout the home are playful details drawing from the waterfront locale. Paddles are integrated into the stair railing, engineered flooring with a weathered look, marine cleats as hardware, a boardwalk to the main entry, and nautical lighting are found throughout the house. Designed by BC&J Architecture.

Backyard redo
Patio - transitional patio idea in DC Metro

Granite stream with driftwood waterfall.
This is an example of a mid-sized tropical partial sun backyard gravel water fountain landscape in Kansas City for summer.

Pool - coastal pool idea in Miami

Example of a classic backyard stone and rectangular natural hot tub design in New York

Custom Residence Naples, Florida
Patio - tropical backyard patio idea in Miami with a fire pit

Strata Landscape Architecture Jacques Saint Dizier Design, Interior Designer Frank Paul Perez, Red Lily Studios Photography
This is an example of a huge modern shade backyard concrete paver formal garden in San Francisco with a fire pit for summer.

Inspiration for a small transitional backyard concrete paver patio remodel in Boston with a fire pit and no cover

Water Feature, Water Wall with Flower Box on top, in Flagstone Patio setting with Fire Pit.
Patio - traditional patio idea in St Louis

Inspiration for a contemporary blue tile and mosaic tile walk-in shower remodel in Miami with an undermount tub