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Example of a large minimalist backyard stone patio design in Los Angeles with a fire pit and no cover

This West Lafayette "Purdue fan" decided to turn his dark and dreary unused basement into a sports fan's dream. Highlights of the space include a custom floating walnut butcher block bench, a bar area with back lighting and frosted cabinet doors, a cool gas industrial fireplace with stacked stone, two wine and beverage refrigerators and a beautiful custom-built wood and metal stair case. Riverside Construction transformed this dark empty basement into the perfect place to not only watch Purdue games but to host parties and lots of family gatherings! Dave Mason, isphotographic

Redwood Builders had the pleasure of working with leading SF based architects Seth and Melissa Hanley of Design Blitz to create a sleek and modern backyard "Shudio" structure. Located in their backyard in Sebastopol, the Shudio replaced a falling-down potting shed and brings the best of his-and-hers space planning: a painting studio for her and a beer brewing shed for him. During their frequent backyard parties (which often host more than 90 guests) the Shudio transforms into a bar with easy through traffic and a built in keg-orator. The finishes are simple with the primary surface being charcoal painted T111 with accents of western red cedar and a white washed ash plywood interior. The sliding barn doors and trim are constructed of California redwood. The trellis with its varied pattern creates a shadow pattern that changes throughout the day. The trellis helps to enclose the informal patio (decomposed granite) and provide privacy from neighboring properties. Existing mature rhododendrons were prioritized in the design and protected in place where possible.

This dry river bed and rain water capture swale has a playful recirculating water feature and fish for the grand kids to enjoy
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean drought-tolerant and full sun front yard concrete paver garden path in San Diego.

Homeowners desire outdoor rooms for a variety of both fun and practical reasons. Outdoor dining is a big motivation in Southern California. San Diego and Orange County homeowners enjoy mild, sunny weather year-round, so with the right outdoor living scenario outdoor dining can be just as, if not more, comfortable as indoor dining! Western Outdoor Design & Build will sit down with you and establish what features your outdoor room needs to suit your lifestyle. Some owners swoon at the idea of an outdoor home theatre, fully equipped with a flat screen television and surround sound speakers. Other homeowners want an outdoor bar setting, a Hawaiian themed cabana that transforms their backyard into an exotic resort. Many homeowners have trouble deciding between a cabana, bungalow, pergola, sunroom or pool house. Our knowledgeable and experienced team of landscape design professionals and outdoor living specialists will sit down with you and explain the features and benefits of each structure. Whatever your dreams may be, Western Outdoor Design & Build can turn them into reality. (800) 789-7510!

This two-story West Ashley home was built with many traditional features like closed spaces, wood paneled-walls, brick fireplaces and dark wood kitchen cabinets, which are all representative of the year it was built. But, it was time to give the new homeowners a space they would enjoy for years to come. The den makeover included removing pocket doors and walls to open up the adjoining rooms. We also wall-mounted the TV, installed canned lights and drywalled the ceiling – removing the dated popcorn – for a more updated look. The biggest transformation was the new view from the den to the kitchen, which received a facelift of its own. With a little interior design help, the kitchen became a beautiful and elegant space equipped with a new kitchen island with granite, white subway tiles for backsplash between the white cabinets and stainless steel appliances. The hanging pendants also added a nice touch. Our favorite feature is the new Butler’s prep area, which has plenty of prep space (and a sink), open shelves, great light from the kitchen window and unique penny rounds in an Ash color for a counter-to-ceiling glamorous look. We love this kitchen transformation! Lauren Anderson, Selling Point Photography

This custom living room unit and media center was designed to provide all that a Manhattan family needs for entertaining lots of guests or to just kick back, relax and watch some TV. The wall unit also shows off some of our favorite new material finishes with a combination of wood veneer, matte glass, and high gloss. Color played a big role in the design of this entertainment center. It contrasts a radiant high gloss orange with a warm Smoked Walnut wood grain for a balanced and modern look. The orange high gloss adds an artistic accent to the unit, while keeping the design free from chaotic lines and color schemes. Our no-handle design is made possible by a brushed aluminum J-channel that provides a clean look and makes the drawers easy to access. Flat style doors and drawer fronts also contribute to the smooth and modern European look of the media center. Our space saving entertainment system also delivers an abundant amount of floor to ceiling storage, both open and in drawers. There is ample room to store and display books, sculptures and home decor. Bottom cabinets are a suitable place to conceal and store media equipment. 1.5 inch thick floating shelves above the television and the box shelves alongside, featured in Midnight Ash, provide definition to the design and balance the high intensity orange elements. Top shelves provide space to arrange fragile keepsakes while bottom shelves can be used to display your favorite reads. Opposite the open shelving is a matte black glass fronted cabinet to house your favorite drinks and glassware for quick entertaining. The black satin glass is defined by an aluminum door frame. Clear glass shelves are found within the glass door cabinet and provide a useful place for storing dry bar essentials like rocks glasses and your preferred liquor selection. The cabinet includes vertical profile LED strip lights on both side panels that illuminate when the door is opened. The lighting shines through the shelves and sparkles off the glassware, silver ice bucket and colorful drinks you might keep there. The unit contains a sliding door that alternately hides a flat screen television and reveals a shelf. This feature paired with our wire management system helps keep your wall unit and your living area looking neat and tidy. The hidden hardware adds a unique function to this design without drawing the eye. Short arm flap stays and drop-down flap hinges allow for the soft, almost automatic opening of the long panel faces that conceal the drawers behind. The drawers are easy to access and provide the storage of multiple drawers without cluttering the look of the media center. This design is completed with integrated LED lighting. Behind the floating backing panel, adjustable LED lighting enhances the spacious look of the unit and provide mood lights for the living room. The shelves are equipped with recessed LED lights that make the orange high gloss color pop and showcase your displayed possessions. The floating shelves are equipped with horizontal profile LED strip lights to give the whole unit a warm glow. Our lighting systems offer features such as touch switches and dimmers, which add light, comfort and convenience to your living space. Tell us what you want in your living room media center.

This full backyard renovation was custom built to create a seamless outdoor living and entertaining experience. A roof extension patio anchors the space and features a built-in outdoor living setup with a DCS grill and entertainment bar, perfect for hosting friends and family gatherings. Flush-mount ceiling lighting provides a clean, modern finish while extending usability into the evening hours. Stamped concrete covers the entire walkway, delivering both durability and visual continuity throughout the backyard. A freestanding arbor adds an additional entertainment area and is fully finished with faux grass, ensuring a clean, polished look year-round with minimal maintenance. Designed for comfort, style, and entertaining, this backyard offers multiple gathering spaces that elevate everyday outdoor living.

One outdoor living space coming to an end, but leading you into another.
Photo of a contemporary shade side yard stone garden path in DC Metro for winter.

Clean, separated, functional, classic and modern. That was our goal for this Northwest Austin Bathroom. Our client was looking for that "spa" feel and we carefully selected every aspect to deliver a project worthy of a deep exhale! Our challenge was to convert an open bathroom directly connected to the bedroom, into a separate functional yet classic oasis. To create this ultra-glam space, we started with recycled iridescent glass accent tiles as the center-piece and large metallic porcelain floor tiles with harmonizing hues all around. To create visual interest and added flair, the glam accent tiles were vertically installed behind the vanity and continue into the shower. Plenty of cabinets with clean modern lines were added for storage and organization. High efficiency lighting, clean modern handles and hardware complete the transformation. This Austin bathroom was approximately three months in the making. Bee Creek Photography

A modern backyard retreat featuring a custom stone outdoor kitchen, gas fire pit lounge, multi-level paver patio, and integrated landscape lighting. This space was designed for entertaining, relaxing, and seamless indoor-outdoor living with a luxury finish.

This full backyard renovation was custom built to create a seamless outdoor living and entertaining experience. A roof extension patio anchors the space and features a built-in outdoor living setup with a DCS grill and entertainment bar, perfect for hosting friends and family gatherings. Flush-mount ceiling lighting provides a clean, modern finish while extending usability into the evening hours. Stamped concrete covers the entire walkway, delivering both durability and visual continuity throughout the backyard. A freestanding arbor adds an additional entertainment area and is fully finished with faux grass, ensuring a clean, polished look year-round with minimal maintenance. Designed for comfort, style, and entertaining, this backyard offers multiple gathering spaces that elevate everyday outdoor living.

This full backyard renovation was custom built to create a seamless outdoor living and entertaining experience. A roof extension patio anchors the space and features a built-in outdoor living setup with a DCS grill and entertainment bar, perfect for hosting friends and family gatherings. Flush-mount ceiling lighting provides a clean, modern finish while extending usability into the evening hours. Stamped concrete covers the entire walkway, delivering both durability and visual continuity throughout the backyard. A freestanding arbor adds an additional entertainment area and is fully finished with faux grass, ensuring a clean, polished look year-round with minimal maintenance. Designed for comfort, style, and entertaining, this backyard offers multiple gathering spaces that elevate everyday outdoor living.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary partial sun backyard garden path in London with decking.

A resort-inspired backyard featuring a custom swimming pool, raised spa, and sunken fire pit lounge with integrated seating. A contemporary outdoor TV feature wall overlooks the pool, while the covered outdoor kitchen creates a dedicated space for entertaining. Natural stone finishes, decorative pool tile, and thoughtfully integrated landscape lighting bring warmth and sophistication to this luxurious outdoor retreat.

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Design ideas for a small modern full sun front yard gravel garden path in Los Angeles for summer.

A fireplace on the covered mid-level veranda creates a gathering area by the pool.
This is an example of a mid-sized rustic stone back porch design in Charlotte with a fire pit and a pergola.

Covered entertainment area built into the design to create relief from the sun on a hot day. Cedar tongue and groove ceiling with cedar posts. Natural stone pavers to compliment the coping.

A modern backyard retreat featuring a custom stone outdoor kitchen, gas fire pit lounge, multi-level paver patio, and integrated landscape lighting. This space was designed for entertaining, relaxing, and seamless indoor-outdoor living with a luxury finish.