The stepped patio, bamboo planter and surrounding greenery transform the back of this row house to an urban oasis. Photograph: Sam Oberter
Inspiration for a transitional deck remodel in Philadelphia with decking and no cover

The goal for this custom two-story deck was to provide multiple spaces for hosting. The second story provides a great space for grilling and eating. The ground-level space has two separate seating areas - one covered and one surrounding a fire pit without covering.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary privacy and partial sun backyard stone and wood fence landscaping in Atlanta for summer.

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Inspiration for a coastal exterior home remodel in Tampa

Window wall out to deck, 2 story stone fireplace with cedar mantel.
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless open concept medium tone wood floor family room remodel with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Trendy backyard concrete patio photo in Oklahoma City with a roof extension and a bbq area

This deck includes Trex " Tiki Torch" decking, stainless cable rail and cedar horizontal railing
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless backyard deck remodel in Los Angeles with a pergola

The stair from the deck leads to the yard. Steel wire adds function and openness to the space while greenery softens and enlivens the outdoor deck and yard. A tenant apartment has easy access to the yard.. Photo: Michel Arnaud

Photography by Trent Bell
Huge trendy backyard patio photo in Las Vegas with a roof extension

Example of a mid-sized classic backyard deck design in New York with no cover

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The layout of this colonial-style house lacked the open, coastal feel the homeowners wanted for their summer retreat. Siemasko + Verbridge worked with the homeowners to understand their goals and priorities: gourmet kitchen; open first floor with casual, connected lounging and entertaining spaces; an out-of-the-way area for laundry and a powder room; a home office; and overall, give the home a lighter and more “airy” feel. SV’s design team reprogrammed the first floor to successfully achieve these goals. SV relocated the kitchen to what had been an underutilized family room and moved the dining room to the location of the existing kitchen. This shift allowed for better alignment with the existing living spaces and improved flow through the rooms. The existing powder room and laundry closet, which opened directly into the dining room, were moved and are now tucked in a lower traffic area that connects the garage entrance to the kitchen. A new entry closet and home office were incorporated into the front of the house to define a well-proportioned entry space with a view of the new kitchen. By making use of the existing cathedral ceilings, adding windows in key locations, removing very few walls, and introducing a lighter color palette with contemporary materials, this summer cottage now exudes the light and airiness this home was meant to have. © Dan Cutrona Photography

Rustic wood exterior home idea in Boston with a hip roof

Cable Railing posts embedded into Brazilian Walnut (IPE) decking.
Inspiration for a modern balcony balcony remodel in New York with a roof extension

The change to the split-level front entry made the house more welcoming. It was raised to allow entry only a few steps below the main level, rather than halfway between the upper and lower levels.

Classic front porch idea in Charleston with decking and a roof extension

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons, Inc. - Architect: Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd. - Interior Design: Martha O’Hara Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography