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

Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in New York.

This remodeled bathroom exists within a silo attached to the client's home. We kept the footprint as is and updated the cabinet layout, employed a small farmhouse sink, gooseneck plumbing fixture and sconce, minimized the mirror, local crackle subway tiles, water efficient comfort height toilet, introduced a handheld shower held, better and more efficient lighting plan, removed carpet all while giving the look of washed wood with tiled planks.

Koi pond with lush aquatic plants.
Photo of a mid-sized tropical full sun backyard concrete paver water fountain landscape in Minneapolis.

The old tub was removed to allow for a walk-in shower sheathed in stone, with a glass enclosure, a heated marble floor, fittings by Kallista from Ann Sacks, and Mirror Ball pendant by Tom Dixon. Accessories are by Waterworks. The wall-hung vanity was designed by LD Design and custom made in rift-cut white oak in grey stain. In the bath, the plumbing fixtures are Kallista by Ann Sacks. The toilet is Toto. The accessories are by Waterworks. The wall light over mirror is by Nessen Lighting. The pendant fixture is by Tom Dixon. Peter Paris Photography

Photography by Derek Robinson
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized contemporary l-shaped marble floor eat-in kitchen idea in Dublin with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, stone slab backsplash and an island

Jason Liske, Redwood Design
This is an example of a modern landscaping in San Francisco.

This six-bedroom home — all with en-suite bathrooms — is a brand new home on one of Lincoln Park's most desirable streets. The neo-Georgian, brick and limestone façade features well-crafted detailing both inside and out. The lower recreation level is expansive, with 9-foot ceilings throughout. The first floor houses elegant living and dining areas, as well as a large kitchen with attached great room, and the second floor holds an expansive master suite with a spa bath and vast walk-in closets. A grand, elliptical staircase ascends throughout the home, concluding in a sunlit penthouse providing access to an expansive roof deck and sweeping views of the city.. Nathan Kirkman

Large trendy master gray tile and marble tile marble floor, gray floor and single-sink corner shower photo in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink, marble countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops, an undermount tub and a built-in vanity

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional 3/4 beige tile and ceramic tile slate floor and gray floor doorless shower remodel in Orange County with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops

Design ideas for a traditional full sun gravel formal garden in New York.

Anything Wet Pools and Spas
This is an example of a mid-sized modern front yard stone water fountain landscape in Miami.

Design by Mill Valley based Richardson Architects.
Transitional 3/4 white tile and subway tile multicolored floor freestanding bathtub photo in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink and a hinged shower door

Spa with water spillover feature. Lightstreams glass tiles around the waterline of pool, sides, seat and spillover of SPA. PebbleTec Ocean Blue Pebblesheen with extra Abalone.

A French coastal cottage-like space was inspired by the client’s French watercolor painting. Reuse of existing furniture and low VOC paints were a priority. Studio Raynaud Interiors Nancy Raynaud ASID, CID, LEED GA www.studioraynaud.com

Photos by Andrew Giammarco Photography.
Powder room - small contemporary concrete floor and gray floor powder room idea in Seattle with a wall-mount toilet, a wall-mount sink and beige walls

Photo of a mid-sized traditional partial sun backyard mulch formal garden in New York for spring.

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Large coastal green three-story wood gable roof idea in New York

This rock waterfall is in the front yard of this house. The rock word covers the wall of the garage and house, creating a cave affect. Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens designed and installed the hardscape and rock waterfalls.