Inspiration for a farmhouse staircase remodel in Boston

Front patio from Amelia Island project
Beach style back porch idea in Jacksonville with a roof extension

Doing the roof deck for this home was a fun project. Weather durable elements of minimum maintenance were key such Bamboo furniture. The theme palette was about sunshine, enjoying the outdoors and beach. We added antique roth iron columns to hold the new owning for extra shade over the table. Old recycled stadium seats allowed for extra seating that could be folded away. We created a one of a kind coffee table with concrete elements and a thick acrylic sheet on top. The deck was stainned on a sage green and bright aqua blue garden stools serve as side tables or extra seating. An antique trolley for drinks and vintage Coca-Cola/Pepsi crates are great for holding beverages. One can enjoy the views under the sunny skylight and the smells of BBQ while still in the city, Photos by: Inna Spivakova

Stately and architectural, Summer Classics Bali teak furniture collection is a statement in rustic symmetry. Made of the finest slow growth plantation harvested teak hewn in large slats with mortise and tenon construction. A plush, extra deep, welted dream cushion offers optimal comfort in a luxurious outdoor furniture experience. Available in natural or weathered teak.

Dover Drive Planting and Irrigation Design and Installation
Inspiration for a large eclectic full sun hillside landscaping in Denver.

Summer's second location bar made out of reclaimed barn wood finished in a herringbone pattern. concrete countertops-
Home design - mid-sized coastal home design idea

Grand Isle Log Cabin Summer Camp Whole-House Renovation of a Grand Isle Log Cabin Summer Camp Tucked among the pines in Grand Isle, Vermont, this classic log cabin summer camp had been a beloved family retreat for decades, but it was in need of significant updates to serve the next generation. We worked closely with the owners to complete a whole-house renovation, carefully preserving the cabin’s rustic charm while adding modern comforts and functionality. The project included reworking the interior layout to create open, light-filled living spaces, upgrading the kitchen and baths, improving insulation, and modernizing mechanical systems — all with an eye toward durability and timeless style. Original log walls were restored and highlighted, and new woodwork was crafted to seamlessly match the old. Now, this rejuvenated log cabin is ready to host family gatherings, children’s laughter, and long summer evenings for many, many years to come — a space where memories will continue to be made across generations.

Bring a cheerful coastal note to a living room with Jan Matson’s nostalgic busy-beach painting — colourful umbrellas, turquoise sea and a clear blue summer sky. Prints are available to order here: https://fineartamerica.com/featured/beach-scene-with-umbrellas-i-thought-that-summer-would-last-forever-jan-matson.html

The walls of windows and the sloped ceiling provide dimension and architectural detail, maximizing the natural light and view. The floor tile was installed in a herringbone pattern. The painted tongue and groove wood ceiling keeps the open space light, airy, and bright in contract to the dark Tudor style of the existing. home.

Entryway - 1960s entryway idea in Bridgeport

Photo: Hoi Ning Wong © 2014 Houzz
Example of a transitional living room design in San Francisco

I built this on my property for my aging father who has some health issues. Handicap accessibility was a factor in design. His dream has always been to try retire to a cabin in the woods. This is what he got. It is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath with a great room. It is 600 sqft of AC space. The footprint is 40' x 26' overall. The site was the former home of our pig pen. I only had to take 1 tree to make this work and I planted 3 in its place. The axis is set from root ball to root ball. The rear center is aligned with mean sunset and is visible across a wetland. The goal was to make the home feel like it was floating in the palms. The geometry had to simple and I didn't want it feeling heavy on the land so I cantilevered the structure beyond exposed foundation walls. My barn is nearby and it features old 1950's "S" corrugated metal panel walls. I used the same panel profile for my siding. I ran it vertical to match the barn, but also to balance the length of the structure and stretch the high point into the canopy, visually. The wood is all Southern Yellow Pine. This material came from clearing at the Babcock Ranch Development site. I ran it through the structure, end to end and horizontally, to create a seamless feel and to stretch the space. It worked. It feels MUCH bigger than it is. I milled the material to specific sizes in specific areas to create precise alignments. Floor starters align with base. Wall tops adjoin ceiling starters to create the illusion of a seamless board. All light fixtures, HVAC supports, cabinets, switches, outlets, are set specifically to wood joints. The front and rear porch wood has three different milling profiles so the hypotenuse on the ceilings, align with the walls, and yield an aligned deck board below. Yes, I over did it. It is spectacular in its detailing. That's the benefit of small spaces. Concrete counters and IKEA cabinets round out the conversation. For those who cannot live tiny, I offer the Tiny-ish House. Photos by Ryan Gamma Staging by iStage Homes Design Assistance Jimmy Thornton

Tracey Rapisardi Design
This is an example of a coastal landscaping in Tampa.

Contemporary summer home in Nova Scotia, featuring modern staircase with glass balustrade. Embedded, programmable LED under tread lighting.
Example of a mid-sized trendy wooden straight staircase design with painted risers

Greenhouse - country detached greenhouse idea in San Francisco

Welcome Home! I bet you'll start using your front door more when you have containers that look like this. Come one, come all!
Front door - mid-sized asian front door idea in Chicago with a medium wood front door

Interesting color and texture in the garden creates lovely vignettes throughout the landscape. The bold flower in this combination complements the soft foliage for a very pleasing effect. (Photo by Mike Crews)

Grand Isle Log Cabin Summer Camp Whole-House Renovation of a Grand Isle Log Cabin Summer Camp Tucked among the pines in Grand Isle, Vermont, this classic log cabin summer camp had been a beloved family retreat for decades, but it was in need of significant updates to serve the next generation. We worked closely with the owners to complete a whole-house renovation, carefully preserving the cabin’s rustic charm while adding modern comforts and functionality. The project included reworking the interior layout to create open, light-filled living spaces, upgrading the kitchen and baths, improving insulation, and modernizing mechanical systems — all with an eye toward durability and timeless style. Original log walls were restored and highlighted, and new woodwork was crafted to seamlessly match the old. Now, this rejuvenated log cabin is ready to host family gatherings, children’s laughter, and long summer evenings for many, many years to come — a space where memories will continue to be made across generations.