SEALIGHT STUDIOS KAUAI
Photo of a tropical landscaping in Hawaii.

Charles Lauersdorf
Inspiration for a mediterranean beige two-story exterior home remodel in Dallas with a hip roof

Photo: Sarah Mackhlem

Built on Frank Sinatra’s estate, this custom home was designed to be a fun and relaxing weekend retreat for our clients who live full time in Orange County. As a second home and playing up the mid-century vibe ubiquitous in the desert, we departed from our clients’ more traditional style to create a modern and unique space with the feel of a boutique hotel. Classic mid-century materials were used for the architectural elements and hard surfaces of the home such as walnut flooring and cabinetry, terrazzo stone and straight set brick walls, while the furnishings are a more eclectic take on modern style. We paid homage to “Old Blue Eyes” by hanging a 6’ tall image of his mug shot in the entry.

Photos by Lori Cannava
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard stone patio remodel in New York

Saturday, June 20, 2:00 to 3:30pm | Amagansett The Gillman Garden by Victoria Fensterer of Victoria Fensterer Landscape and Garden Design, LLC Flowers overflow in this lush, sun-filled garden for a charming and historic farmhouse. The landscape for this Amangassett retreat includes a courtyard and pool area. In the courtyard garden, a central axis provides structure to the design while old large evergreens provide height and a sense of enclosure. A rose pergola and vine-covered arbor lead to garden spaces beyond. An existing pool was recreated into a more organic shape, lined with large stones and boulders. Small evergreens complement older established ones, creating a secluded enclave. The patio was paved with warm-hued stone and edged by planting beds. Here the plantings take on a tropical feeling. A rustic pavilion provides a cozy place to sit and observe the light dancing off the water and to listen to the sound of birds and wind in the trees. On the south side of the property, the landscape architect planted a group of large broadleaf and needled evergreens to provide privacy and year-round interest. Additional windows were added to the farmhouse to take full advantage of the beautiful view. Photo by Robert Eckholm

The patio is paved with full range bluestone that is bordered by natural clay bricks. The bricks also form an inlaid pattern, helping to define the separate spaces within the patio. Renn Kuhnen Photography

Ostrich fern with blue dune lyme grass. Photo by Jay Sifford.
Photo of an eclectic landscaping in Charlotte.

Conceptually the Clark Street remodel began with an idea of creating a new entry. The existing home foyer was non-existent and cramped with the back of the stair abutting the front door. By defining an exterior point of entry and creating a radius interior stair, the home instantly opens up and becomes more inviting. From there, further connections to the exterior were made through large sliding doors and a redesigned exterior deck. Taking advantage of the cool coastal climate, this connection to the exterior is natural and seamless Photos by Zack Benson

A modern inground pool and entertaining area with an outdoor gas fireplace for cooler nights, set against a backdrop of green giant arborvitae, Norway spruce, white spruce and dogwood trees that offer beauty and privacy.

Photo: Monica Lee

David Duncan Livingston
Example of a beach style living room design in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Scott Zimmerman
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary living room remodel in Salt Lake City

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern partial sun front yard concrete paver formal garden in Orange County.

Inspiration for a large mediterranean brick floor and beige floor vestibule remodel in Miami with a dark wood front door and white walls

Tropical Pool Landscape
Photo of a large tropical partial sun courtyard brick water fountain landscape in Tampa.

Photographer: Bernard Andre'
Inspiration for a transitional front door remodel in San Francisco with a glass front door

Vance Fox
Example of a large mountain style brown two-story wood gable roof design in Sacramento

Photo by Ryann Ford
Example of a farmhouse white two-story gable roof design in Austin