This is an example of a mid-sized traditional partial sun courtyard stone garden path in Dallas for summer.

This award-winning and intimate cottage was rebuilt on the site of a deteriorating outbuilding. Doubling as a custom jewelry studio and guest retreat, the cottage’s timeless design was inspired by old National Parks rough-stone shelters that the owners had fallen in love with. A single living space boasts custom built-ins for jewelry work, a Murphy bed for overnight guests, and a stone fireplace for warmth and relaxation. A cozy loft nestles behind rustic timber trusses above. Expansive sliding glass doors open to an outdoor living terrace overlooking a serene wooded meadow. Photos by: Emily Minton Redfield

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Inspiration for a contemporary entryway remodel in San Francisco with white walls

Example of a beach style formal living room design in Boston with white walls

Photo of a french country landscaping in Orange County.

This dry river bed not only add interest to the back yard, it helps retain the grade. Lots of four season planting interest make this fun to look at form the window any time of the year.

Photo: Mina Brinkey © 2013 Houzz
Living room - eclectic living room idea in Tampa

While the Southern California drought is keeping homeowners water usage to a minimum, there are an abundance of plants that thrive on minimal water. A combination of drip irrigation systems and drought tolerant plants can keep your exterior spaces green and beautiful as well as water efficient. This image features our design a few months down the road. With the addition of a few spring flowers, this front yard is officially ready for the Spring and Summer season.

Danish formal light wood floor living room photo in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace and no tv

The construction of this summer kitchen, complete with new gas grill and refrigerator made this otherwise dead space in the clients' backyard a viable, livable and efficient nook.

This multi award winning Kitchen features a eye-catching center island ceiling detail, 2 refrigerators and 2 windows leading out to an indoor-outdoor Kitchen featuring a Glass Garage Door opening to panoramic views.

The primary patio space narrows into a walkway connecting to the fire pit. The planting beds on both side help define and separate the spaces. Photo courtesy of Mike Crews Photography.

King George, Virginia General Contractor: Bonitt Builders Photo: Julia Heine
Example of a minimalist rectangular pool design in DC Metro

Reading garden. 4x4 'Tennessee Tumbled' cobblestones and blue slate chips. Bloodgood Japanese Maple. Architect: Drawing Dept Contractor: Camery Hensley Construction Photography: Ross Van Pelt

Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic l-shaped porcelain tile and beige floor kitchen pantry remodel in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops and brick backsplash

Photo of a large rustic partial sun backyard stone formal garden in Philadelphia with a fire pit.

This house was designed as a second home for a Bay Area couple as a summer retreat to spend the warm summer months away from the fog in San Francisco. Built on a steep slope and a narrow lot, this 4000 square foot home is spread over 3 floors, with the master, guest and kids bedroom on the ground floor, and living spaces on the upper floor to take advantage of the views. The main living level includes a large kitchen, dining, and living space, connected to two home offices by way of a bridge that extends across the double height entry. This bridge area acts as a gallery of light, allowing filtered light through the skylights above and down to the entry on the ground level. All living space takes advantage of grand views of Lake Washington and the city skyline beyond. Two large sliding glass doors open up completely, allowing the living and dining space to extend to the deck outside. On the first floor, in addition to the guest room, a “kids room” welcomes visiting nieces and nephews with bunk beds and their own bathroom. The basement level contains storage, mechanical and a 2 car garage. Photographer: Aaron Leitz

A pink velvet sofa pops against dark teal walls with traditional millwork. The lucite coffee table adds a modern touch and offsets the traditional heavy mantle. Animal prints, plush accent pillows and a soft area rug make this living room anything but stuffy. Summer Thornton Design, Inc.

Mira Garden Trellis by TerraTrellis in summer edible and ornamental garden supporting a Trumpet Vine with Artichoke and Rosemary plants. TerraTrellis.com