Decomposed Granite path between Giant Sequoias leads to repurposed, reshaped and stained rear concrete slab. Micro-climate appropriate plants complete the picture. Photo by Ketti Kupper.

The uneven back yard was graded into ¬upper and lower levels with an industrial style, concrete wall. Linear pavers lead the garden stroller from place to place alongside a rain garden filled with swaying grasses that spans the side yard and culminates at a gracefully arching pomegranate tree, A bubbling boulder water feature murmurs soothing sounds. A large steel and willow-roof pergola creates a shady space to dine in and chaise lounges and chairs bask in the surrounding shade. The transformation was completed with a bold and biodiverse selection of low water, climate appropriate plants that make the space come alive. branches laden with impossibly red blossoms and fruit.

Bathroom - contemporary bathroom idea in Minneapolis

Miles off the highway, nearly to the end of a one way road, David Arkin and Anni Tilt’s design for this sustainable private residence combines Watershed Block, straw bale, and reclaimed redwood. The weight of the Watershed Block base, in some locations serving as retaining walls, creates both a structural and visual anchor to the lighter straw and wood components. The block veneer on the gunite walls of the lap pool rise directly from the ground. Architect : Arkin Tilt Architects Photo : Edward Caldwell

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Inspiration for a huge craftsman multicolored two-story mixed siding gable roof remodel in New York

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Example of a huge arts and crafts multicolored two-story mixed siding gable roof design in New York

Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical partial sun backyard stone formal garden in Boston for spring.

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Design ideas for a huge rustic backyard mulch retaining wall landscape in New York.

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This is an example of a mid-sized tropical partial sun backyard stone formal garden in Boston for spring.

This is an example of a mid-sized tropical partial sun backyard stone formal garden in Boston for spring.

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This is an example of a mid-sized tropical partial sun backyard stone formal garden in Boston for spring.

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Design ideas for a mid-sized tropical partial sun backyard stone formal garden in Boston for spring.

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