This completed side yard renovation showcases a seamless blend of artificial turf and a custom curved concrete pathway, creating a clean and functional outdoor space. Strategic planting and defined turf edges enhance the layout, while the design maximizes usability in a long, narrow yard with a modern, low-maintenance finish.

The main goal for the owners of this 1926 house was an addition to gain more closet space near their main floor master bedroom. During the design stage, they also decided to create a zen home office for one of the owner’s reiki business that had direct access for visitors from the backyard, rather than walking through the house. Painted stucco was used on the new addition to match a previously added sunroom at the other side of the house. Matching windows were also added. The proposed design featured a simple shed roof at the side addition and a hip roof at the front and back. View of addition from the back of the house – the French doors lead into the office. We extended the existing flagstone patio to the addition and office entry. In assessing the feasibility of the project, the first thing the designer did was to check the zoning regulations. After a thorough study, it was determined that a 7-foot side addition was possible. This 7-foot addition was adequate for a built-in cabinetry storage and a new powder room. The design proposal also included a rear wraparound 13ftx13ft home office, that gave the existing rear patio a courtyard feel. The proposed addition was accessed from both the existing master bedroom and another bedroom that was converted into a family/ TV room. The main access to the home office addition was through the backyard.

Side porch with custom kitchen and double sided fireplace and custom dog doors.
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This side yard shows the pre-renovation condition with decorative white rock ground cover, scattered planting, and a narrow concrete walkway. The space lacked cohesion, proper layout, and functional use, making it a strong candidate for a full landscape upgrade with artificial turf and structured planter design.

This side yard shows the original condition prior to renovation, featuring decorative rock ground cover, uneven planting areas, and a narrow concrete pathway. The layout lacked functionality, cohesive design, and usable space, highlighting the need for a modern, low-maintenance landscaping upgrade.

One of the three elements of this side yard transformation. A custom masonry spa shell was built then the spa placed in it will result in hours of relaxation.

This double sided fireplace is the pièce de résistance in this river front log home. It is made of stacked stone with an oxidized copper chimney & reclaimed barn wood beams for mantels. Engineered Barn wood floor

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From mild to wild, any surrounding will get a fashion boost with the simple addition of this Colonial Carved Side Table decorating treasure – now in the high-fashion shade of basic black! Curvy carvings and a dazzling pull knob add surprise touches of opulence, while an elegant silhouette beautifully complements your eclectic décor.

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This side yard shows the early stage condition prior to renovation, with exposed soil, scattered rock ground cover, and an unstructured layout. The area lacked proper grading, plant organization, and usable space, making it ideal for a full landscape redesign including turf installation and modern planter integration.

The view looking down. This double sided fireplace is the pièce de résistance in this river front log home. It is made of stacked stone with an oxidized copper chimney & reclaimed barn wood beams for mantels. Engineered Barn wood floor

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Photo by: Linda Oyama Bryan
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Gorgeous Remodel- We remodeled the 1st Floor of this beautiful water front home in Wexford Plantation, on Hilton Head Island, SC. We added a new pool and spa in the rear of the home overlooking the scenic harbor. The marble, onyx and tile work are incredible!

Modern home front entry features a voice over Internet Protocol Intercom Device to interface with the home's Crestron control system for voice communication at both the front door and gate. Signature Estate featuring modern, warm, and clean-line design, with total custom details and finishes. The front includes a serene and impressive atrium foyer with two-story floor to ceiling glass walls and multi-level fire/water fountains on either side of the grand bronze aluminum pivot entry door. Elegant extra-large 47'' imported white porcelain tile runs seamlessly to the rear exterior pool deck, and a dark stained oak wood is found on the stairway treads and second floor. The great room has an incredible Neolith onyx wall and see-through linear gas fireplace and is appointed perfectly for views of the zero edge pool and waterway. The center spine stainless steel staircase has a smoked glass railing and wood handrail. Photo courtesy Royal Palm Properties