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![New Guest House & Garage](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/garages/new-guest-house-and-garage-archer-and-buchanan-architecture-ltd-img~999101d000211e83_0693-1-bf2b88c-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/e203e6e10b327aa4_3040-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Photographer: Angle Eye Photography
Garage - traditional detached three-car garage idea in Philadelphia
Garage - traditional detached three-car garage idea in Philadelphia
![Buckhead](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/exteriors/buckhead-kemp-hall-studio-img~811132ed00bf8330_4907-1-f5da8d4-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![J Steven Kemp Architect](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7f1327100c4d8c00_4280-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Mid-sized elegant beige three-story brick house exterior photo in Atlanta with a shingle roof
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![Mid-century Re-modern](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/living-rooms/mid-century-re-modern-shks-architects-img~c0a19e7c0f302b4f_2676-1-4b2b84b-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![SHKS Architects](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/4ca3ff5b0f302887_4666-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
The original double-sided fireplace anchors and connects the living and dining spaces. The owner’s carefully selected modern furnishings are arranged on a new hardwood floor. Photo Credit: Dale Lang
![Italian Villa](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/living-rooms/italian-villa-about-space-studios-img~2291a788001f6876_0671-1-be71926-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![About Space Studios](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/41a3d8420011852d_7599-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Photo Credit: Nicole Leone
Inspiration for a mediterranean enclosed light wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Los Angeles with a standard fireplace, beige walls, a plaster fireplace and no tv
Inspiration for a mediterranean enclosed light wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Los Angeles with a standard fireplace, beige walls, a plaster fireplace and no tv
![Japanese Tea House](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0861348f03c9ae4d_9164-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Ki Arts](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/43c30e2503c49e73_4548-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
This ridge roof (kirizuma) style tea house, which has posts partly submerged in a koi pond, is constructed with Port Orford cedar. The tearoom is 4-1/2 tatami mats or approx. 9' square. The interior includes a closet kitchen (mizuya) and an alcove for displaying art (tokonoma). The tea house is enclosed by sliding shoji doors and surrounded by a veranda (engawa).
![Cast Stone Balustrade System](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/exteriors/cast-stone-balustrade-system-architectural-products-by-outwater-img~26c1650705d509c0_8161-1-86c56aa-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Outwater Industries Inc](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3f535e0e044aa7d0_8770-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Encompassing a range of baluster rails, newel posts and complementary decorative accessories, Outwater's new, maintenance free Cast Stone Balustrade System is manufactured utilizing a unique process that combines a mixture of resins with crushed limestone and impregnated fade resistant textured colors to create balustrades that look and feel just like authentic limestone balusters at less than half of their cost and weight.
Intended for indoor or outdoor applications, which can be assembled by laypeople using traditional carpentry tools without the need for masonry, Outwater's Cast Stone Balustrade System meets the 4-inch sphere code when properly set up, and can be placed on sized dimensional lumber without the need for steel supports.
Moreover, unlike lesser quality balustrade systems, which use regular screws to attach their components, also taking into account that the screws' imminent corrosion renders them as an unsafe means by which to attach baluster rails, Outwater's Cast Stone Balustrade System employs a unique incorporated pipe system, connector pins and spacers to increase the Balustrade System's stability while allowing for a more secure and professional installation with barely perceptible seams.
Offered in 34-in. and 48-in. overall heights with a nominal 7-in rail width, baluster rails are sold by the foot up to 16-ft. long to accommodate most any installation.
100% mold resistant, non-porous and unaffected by the harshest elements, Outwater's Cast Stone Balustrade System does not require priming, painting or even occasional touch ups, further enhancing its appeal.
Product Features:
• Create balustrades that look and feel just like authentic stone balusters at less than half of their cost and weight
• Intended for indoor or outdoor use
• Can be installed by laypeople using traditional carpentry tools without the need for masonry
• Meets the 4-inch sphere code when properly set up, and can be placed on sized dimensional lumber without the need for steel supports
• Employs a unique incorporated pipe system, connector pins and spacers to increase stability while allowing for a more secure and professional installation
• Offered in 34-in. and 48-in. overall heights with a nominal 7-in rail width, baluster rails are sold by the foot up to 16-ft. long
• 100% mold resistant, non-porous and unaffected by the harshest elements. Does not require priming, painting or even occasional touch ups
Contact:
Architectural Products by Outwater
Sales & Product Information (USA & Canada):
1-800-631-8375 / 1-201-498-8750
Fax (USA & Canada): 1-800-888-3315 / 1-201-498-8751
Sales & Product Information (Outside of the USA & Canada):
1-201-498-8750
Fax (Outside of the USA & Canada): 1-201-498-8751
Email: info@outwaterplastics.com
Web: www.outwater.com
Visit us!
East Coast:
24 River Road
Bogota, NJ 07603
1-201-498-8750
West Coast:
4720 West Van Buren
Phoenix, AZ 85043
1-602-447-0936
About Architectural Products by Outwater:
It really is easy to shop with us!
Relied upon by more than 1,000,000 builders, renovators, architects designers, woodworkers, cabinet and furniture manufacturers, OEM's and retail consumers since 1972, Architectural Products by Outwater is an international manufacturer and distributor of more than 65,000 innovative and traditional Decorative Building Products that you possibly never knew existed or for which you simply could not find a reliable source. This is where Outwater truly shines!
“Now you can design, buy, build and dream like the Pros…”
Outwater’s products are, to say the least, very competitively priced and include interior and exterior architectural mouldings and millwork; columns and capitals; LED lighting and lighting accessories; balustrading; faux stone panels; faux wood beams; genuine stone tiles; decorative wood carvings; wrought iron components; stamped steel and polymer ceiling panels and backsplashes; wainscoting; wall coverings; fireplace surrounds and mantels; plastic "glass" block; period and contemporary hardware; home organization systems; kitchen and bath accessories; kitchen and bath cabinetry; bath vanities; furniture & cabinet components; knobs & pulls; casters; laminates; brass tubing & fittings; surfacing materials… and so much more!
In addition, with warehouse and distribution facilities in New Jersey and Arizona totaling over 300,000 square feet, Outwater facilitates purchases with reduced lead times and shipping costs, enabling us to fulfill and ship over 98% of our orders from stock within one to two business days!
At a time when many companies appear to have rapidly transitioned away from personalized customer service, having replaced their knowledgeable and immensely valuable human sales representatives with inanimate online marketing channels, which can be helpful to you if you were to know exactly what you might need and were not to encounter difficulties in placing your order, here at Outwater, we still believe that human interaction with a live, well versed, non-commissioned sales representative will undoubtedly better serve your needs in the long run. Even though you can always shop with us at www.outwater.com, you can also always deal directly with our extremely well versed and friendly sales and customer service representatives for their unparalleled support and assistance, most of whom have worked at Outwater for more than 15 years.
Whether you have been one of our loyal customers over the years or this is your first time in doing business with us, we would like to thank you for your expressed interest in our company and the products that we carry.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions at 1-800-631-8375 or visit us online at www.outwater.com
We look forward to serving you in the near future.
![Forest House - Living Area](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/living-rooms/forest-house-living-area-mcclellan-architects-img~242129a80ed416da_3076-1-862f071-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![McClellan | Tellone](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/8d13bb350eb460cf_0514-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Living room - huge contemporary living room idea in Seattle with a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv
![Cast Stone Balustrade System](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/exteriors/cast-stone-balustrade-system-architectural-products-by-outwater-img~67c1698805d509bb_8160-1-bb63cf1-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Outwater Industries Inc](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3f535e0e044aa7d0_8770-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Encompassing a range of baluster rails, newel posts and complementary decorative accessories, Outwater's new, maintenance free Cast Stone Balustrade System is manufactured utilizing a unique process that combines a mixture of resins with crushed limestone and impregnated fade resistant textured colors to create balustrades that look and feel just like authentic limestone balusters at less than half of their cost and weight.
Intended for indoor or outdoor applications, which can be assembled by laypeople using traditional carpentry tools without the need for masonry, Outwater's Cast Stone Balustrade System meets the 4-inch sphere code when properly set up, and can be placed on sized dimensional lumber without the need for steel supports.
Moreover, unlike lesser quality balustrade systems, which use regular screws to attach their components, also taking into account that the screws' imminent corrosion renders them as an unsafe means by which to attach baluster rails, Outwater's Cast Stone Balustrade System employs a unique incorporated pipe system, connector pins and spacers to increase the Balustrade System's stability while allowing for a more secure and professional installation with barely perceptible seams.
Offered in 34-in. and 48-in. overall heights with a nominal 7-in rail width, baluster rails are sold by the foot up to 16-ft. long to accommodate most any installation.
100% mold resistant, non-porous and unaffected by the harshest elements, Outwater's Cast Stone Balustrade System does not require priming, painting or even occasional touch ups, further enhancing its appeal.
Product Features:
• Create balustrades that look and feel just like authentic stone balusters at less than half of their cost and weight
• Intended for indoor or outdoor use
• Can be installed by laypeople using traditional carpentry tools without the need for masonry
• Meets the 4-inch sphere code when properly set up, and can be placed on sized dimensional lumber without the need for steel supports
• Employs a unique incorporated pipe system, connector pins and spacers to increase stability while allowing for a more secure and professional installation
• Offered in 34-in. and 48-in. overall heights with a nominal 7-in rail width, baluster rails are sold by the foot up to 16-ft. long
• 100% mold resistant, non-porous and unaffected by the harshest elements. Does not require priming, painting or even occasional touch ups
Contact:
Architectural Products by Outwater
Sales & Product Information (USA & Canada):
1-800-631-8375 / 1-201-498-8750
Fax (USA & Canada): 1-800-888-3315 / 1-201-498-8751
Sales & Product Information (Outside of the USA & Canada):
1-201-498-8750
Fax (Outside of the USA & Canada): 1-201-498-8751
Email: info@outwaterplastics.com
Web: www.outwater.com
Visit us!
East Coast:
24 River Road
Bogota, NJ 07603
1-201-498-8750
West Coast:
4720 West Van Buren
Phoenix, AZ 85043
1-602-447-0936
About Architectural Products by Outwater:
It really is easy to shop with us!
Relied upon by more than 1,000,000 builders, renovators, architects designers, woodworkers, cabinet and furniture manufacturers, OEM's and retail consumers since 1972, Architectural Products by Outwater is an international manufacturer and distributor of more than 65,000 innovative and traditional Decorative Building Products that you possibly never knew existed or for which you simply could not find a reliable source. This is where Outwater truly shines!
“Now you can design, buy, build and dream like the Pros…”
Outwater’s products are, to say the least, very competitively priced and include interior and exterior architectural mouldings and millwork; columns and capitals; LED lighting and lighting accessories; balustrading; faux stone panels; faux wood beams; genuine stone tiles; decorative wood carvings; wrought iron components; stamped steel and polymer ceiling panels and backsplashes; wainscoting; wall coverings; fireplace surrounds and mantels; plastic "glass" block; period and contemporary hardware; home organization systems; kitchen and bath accessories; kitchen and bath cabinetry; bath vanities; furniture & cabinet components; knobs & pulls; casters; laminates; brass tubing & fittings; surfacing materials… and so much more!
In addition, with warehouse and distribution facilities in New Jersey and Arizona totaling over 300,000 square feet, Outwater facilitates purchases with reduced lead times and shipping costs, enabling us to fulfill and ship over 98% of our orders from stock within one to two business days!
At a time when many companies appear to have rapidly transitioned away from personalized customer service, having replaced their knowledgeable and immensely valuable human sales representatives with inanimate online marketing channels, which can be helpful to you if you were to know exactly what you might need and were not to encounter difficulties in placing your order, here at Outwater, we still believe that human interaction with a live, well versed, non-commissioned sales representative will undoubtedly better serve your needs in the long run. Even though you can always shop with us at www.outwater.com, you can also always deal directly with our extremely well versed and friendly sales and customer service representatives for their unparalleled support and assistance, most of whom have worked at Outwater for more than 15 years.
Whether you have been one of our loyal customers over the years or this is your first time in doing business with us, we would like to thank you for your expressed interest in our company and the products that we carry.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions at 1-800-631-8375 or visit us online at www.outwater.com
We look forward to serving you in the near future.
![Oliver project](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/landscapes/oliver-project-exterior-worlds-landscaping-and-design-img~ef211554020becfb_0552-1-6a1526c-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/972311b00faf19e7_0017-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
The simple lines of this attractive contemporary home disguise a remarkable aspect of its construction: it received the coveted Gold Star rating from the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED program. This rating, granted after a third-party inspection, serves as the premier mark in green building achievement. LEED-certified homes cost less to operate, reducing energy and water bills by as much as 40%.
Designed by the Houston firm Murphy Mears Architects (www.murphymears.com), the house earned the LEED Gold Star award because of the firm’s expert use in areas such as water efficiency, sustainable materials and energy strategies. Both principals of the architectural firm hold LEED AP credentials which affirm their knowledge of advanced green building expertise.
To solidify their efforts to win the Gold Star certification, the firm hired Exterior Worlds to design the landscape using techniques that minimize the impact on ecosystems and water resources. Our charge was to employ drought-resistant plants, reclaimed materials and other green hardscapes to help Murphy Mears earn points within the LEED rating system.
In the front yard, we created a rectilinear garden covered with black star gravel. The bed’s straight lines pay homage to the house’s design while the dark gray gravel extends the color palette. In this zone of interest, we planted six ornamental Japanese blueberry trees and contoured them into conical shapes to contrast with the linearity of the house.
The homeowners had found reclaimed marble from a torn-down building and so we used these rectangular forms for the sidewalk. A border of gravel connects the sidewalk to the larger garden bed. The marble, which is striated white and black, also adds an interesting element of movement to the yard. We planted the rest of the yard with Zoysia grass since it possesses exceptional wear tolerance and good drought resistance.
Gravel garden beds extend to the sides of the house, a choice that is both aesthetically pleasing and earth-friendly. In sustainable landscaping, gravel is prized because of its durability, minimal maintenance requirements and because, being inorganic, it requires no watering.
For the back yard, we planted more Japanese blueberry trees and Zoysia grass to continue the theme begun in the front. Other plantings, requiring little water and pruning, were picked from the LEED-approved list. We also laid another pathway using the reclaimed marble, which leads around the property to the grill, patio and a potting table with reclaimed sink in the far back.
We built a patio using synthetic decking material in the same light gray color as the house. The decking material requires no staining and is particularly durable. The patio creates a transition between the interior and exterior, with the glass doors of the house feeding out into the back yard. It is uncovered, playing up the openness of the house’s design and making the most of Houston’s golden morning light with the house creating deep shade in the hot afternoons.
Perhaps the most striking thing that can be said about the property and its LEED rating is this: you’d never know it. That is, the innovative and far-ranging green techniques are woven so beautifully into its design all you notice is a superb house with an appealing landscape.
![Oliver project](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/landscapes/oliver-project-exterior-worlds-landscaping-and-design-img~3bf18f93020becf1_0552-1-3e16929-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/972311b00faf19e7_0017-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
The simple lines of this attractive contemporary home disguise a remarkable aspect of its construction: it received the coveted Gold Star rating from the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED program. This rating, granted after a third-party inspection, serves as the premier mark in green building achievement. LEED-certified homes cost less to operate, reducing energy and water bills by as much as 40%.
Designed by the Houston firm Murphy Mears Architects (www.murphymears.com), the house earned the LEED Gold Star award because of the firm’s expert use in areas such as water efficiency, sustainable materials and energy strategies. Both principals of the architectural firm hold LEED AP credentials which affirm their knowledge of advanced green building expertise.
To solidify their efforts to win the Gold Star certification, the firm hired Exterior Worlds to design the landscape using techniques that minimize the impact on ecosystems and water resources. Our charge was to employ drought-resistant plants, reclaimed materials and other green hardscapes to help Murphy Mears earn points within the LEED rating system.
In the front yard, we created a rectilinear garden covered with black star gravel. The bed’s straight lines pay homage to the house’s design while the dark gray gravel extends the color palette. In this zone of interest, we planted six ornamental Japanese blueberry trees and contoured them into conical shapes to contrast with the linearity of the house.
The homeowners had found reclaimed marble from a torn-down building and so we used these rectangular forms for the sidewalk. A border of gravel connects the sidewalk to the larger garden bed. The marble, which is striated white and black, also adds an interesting element of movement to the yard. We planted the rest of the yard with Zoysia grass since it possesses exceptional wear tolerance and good drought resistance.
Gravel garden beds extend to the sides of the house, a choice that is both aesthetically pleasing and earth-friendly. In sustainable landscaping, gravel is prized because of its durability, minimal maintenance requirements and because, being inorganic, it requires no watering.
For the back yard, we planted more Japanese blueberry trees and Zoysia grass to continue the theme begun in the front. Other plantings, requiring little water and pruning, were picked from the LEED-approved list. We also laid another pathway using the reclaimed marble, which leads around the property to the grill, patio and a potting table with reclaimed sink in the far back.
We built a patio using synthetic decking material in the same light gray color as the house. The decking material requires no staining and is particularly durable. The patio creates a transition between the interior and exterior, with the glass doors of the house feeding out into the back yard. It is uncovered, playing up the openness of the house’s design and making the most of Houston’s golden morning light with the house creating deep shade in the hot afternoons.
Perhaps the most striking thing that can be said about the property and its LEED rating is this: you’d never know it. That is, the innovative and far-ranging green techniques are woven so beautifully into its design all you notice is a superb house with an appealing landscape.
![Oliver project](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/landscapes/oliver-project-exterior-worlds-landscaping-and-design-img~d3816059020becd3_0551-1-ec65d38-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/972311b00faf19e7_0017-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
The simple lines of this attractive contemporary home disguise a remarkable aspect of its construction: it received the coveted Gold Star rating from the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED program. This rating, granted after a third-party inspection, serves as the premier mark in green building achievement. LEED-certified homes cost less to operate, reducing energy and water bills by as much as 40%.
Designed by the Houston firm Murphy Mears Architects (www.murphymears.com), the house earned the LEED Gold Star award because of the firm’s expert use in areas such as water efficiency, sustainable materials and energy strategies. Both principals of the architectural firm hold LEED AP credentials which affirm their knowledge of advanced green building expertise.
To solidify their efforts to win the Gold Star certification, the firm hired Exterior Worlds to design the landscape using techniques that minimize the impact on ecosystems and water resources. Our charge was to employ drought-resistant plants, reclaimed materials and other green hardscapes to help Murphy Mears earn points within the LEED rating system.
In the front yard, we created a rectilinear garden covered with black star gravel. The bed’s straight lines pay homage to the house’s design while the dark gray gravel extends the color palette. In this zone of interest, we planted six ornamental Japanese blueberry trees and contoured them into conical shapes to contrast with the linearity of the house.
The homeowners had found reclaimed marble from a torn-down building and so we used these rectangular forms for the sidewalk. A border of gravel connects the sidewalk to the larger garden bed. The marble, which is striated white and black, also adds an interesting element of movement to the yard. We planted the rest of the yard with Zoysia grass since it possesses exceptional wear tolerance and good drought resistance.
Gravel garden beds extend to the sides of the house, a choice that is both aesthetically pleasing and earth-friendly. In sustainable landscaping, gravel is prized because of its durability, minimal maintenance requirements and because, being inorganic, it requires no watering.
For the back yard, we planted more Japanese blueberry trees and Zoysia grass to continue the theme begun in the front. Other plantings, requiring little water and pruning, were picked from the LEED-approved list. We also laid another pathway using the reclaimed marble, which leads around the property to the grill, patio and a potting table with reclaimed sink in the far back.
We built a patio using synthetic decking material in the same light gray color as the house. The decking material requires no staining and is particularly durable. The patio creates a transition between the interior and exterior, with the glass doors of the house feeding out into the back yard. It is uncovered, playing up the openness of the house’s design and making the most of Houston’s golden morning light with the house creating deep shade in the hot afternoons.
Perhaps the most striking thing that can be said about the property and its LEED rating is this: you’d never know it. That is, the innovative and far-ranging green techniques are woven so beautifully into its design all you notice is a superb house with an appealing landscape.
![Showroom](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/patios/showroom-luxapatio-img~77c13d1d014b6f79_9392-1-e876d7b-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Luxapatio](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/21d3256e013a7ba7_7196-w32-h32-b1-p10--.jpg)
Hello Houzz Community!
We at Luxapatio would like to invite you to visit our 30,000 Sq-ft location where we can guide you towards designing your dream patio. We have an array of Pergolas, Outdoor Kitchens, Artificial Grass, Decks, Outdoor Furniture and an extensive line of BBQ equipment brands. We have been in South Florida for over 12 years where we have served the needs of over 1000 customers and hope to continue serving our South Florida community with our knowledge and experience on Outdoor Design and construction.
For more information regarding this or any other of our outdoor projects please visit our website at www.luxapatio.com where you may also shop online. You can also visit our showroom located in the Doral Design District (3305 NW 79 Ave Miami FL. 33122) or contact us at 305-477-5141.
URL http://www.luxapatio.com
![Oliver project](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/landscapes/oliver-project-exterior-worlds-landscaping-and-design-img~7dd14bf7020becc8_0551-1-7619c4c-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/972311b00faf19e7_0017-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
The simple lines of this attractive contemporary home disguise a remarkable aspect of its construction: it received the coveted Gold Star rating from the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED program. This rating, granted after a third-party inspection, serves as the premier mark in green building achievement. LEED-certified homes cost less to operate, reducing energy and water bills by as much as 40%.
Designed by the Houston firm Murphy Mears Architects (www.murphymears.com), the house earned the LEED Gold Star award because of the firm’s expert use in areas such as water efficiency, sustainable materials and energy strategies. Both principals of the architectural firm hold LEED AP credentials which affirm their knowledge of advanced green building expertise.
To solidify their efforts to win the Gold Star certification, the firm hired Exterior Worlds to design the landscape using techniques that minimize the impact on ecosystems and water resources. Our charge was to employ drought-resistant plants, reclaimed materials and other green hardscapes to help Murphy Mears earn points within the LEED rating system.
In the front yard, we created a rectilinear garden covered with black star gravel. The bed’s straight lines pay homage to the house’s design while the dark gray gravel extends the color palette. In this zone of interest, we planted six ornamental Japanese blueberry trees and contoured them into conical shapes to contrast with the linearity of the house.
The homeowners had found reclaimed marble from a torn-down building and so we used these rectangular forms for the sidewalk. A border of gravel connects the sidewalk to the larger garden bed. The marble, which is striated white and black, also adds an interesting element of movement to the yard. We planted the rest of the yard with Zoysia grass since it possesses exceptional wear tolerance and good drought resistance.
Gravel garden beds extend to the sides of the house, a choice that is both aesthetically pleasing and earth-friendly. In sustainable landscaping, gravel is prized because of its durability, minimal maintenance requirements and because, being inorganic, it requires no watering.
For the back yard, we planted more Japanese blueberry trees and Zoysia grass to continue the theme begun in the front. Other plantings, requiring little water and pruning, were picked from the LEED-approved list. We also laid another pathway using the reclaimed marble, which leads around the property to the grill, patio and a potting table with reclaimed sink in the far back.
We built a patio using synthetic decking material in the same light gray color as the house. The decking material requires no staining and is particularly durable. The patio creates a transition between the interior and exterior, with the glass doors of the house feeding out into the back yard. It is uncovered, playing up the openness of the house’s design and making the most of Houston’s golden morning light with the house creating deep shade in the hot afternoons.
Perhaps the most striking thing that can be said about the property and its LEED rating is this: you’d never know it. That is, the innovative and far-ranging green techniques are woven so beautifully into its design all you notice is a superb house with an appealing landscape.
![Oliver project](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/pictures/landscapes/oliver-project-exterior-worlds-landscaping-and-design-img~7f31d5b5020becdd_0551-1-6e8c0e1-w360-h360-b0-p0.jpg)
![Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/972311b00faf19e7_0017-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
The simple lines of this attractive contemporary home disguise a remarkable aspect of its construction: it received the coveted Gold Star rating from the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED program. This rating, granted after a third-party inspection, serves as the premier mark in green building achievement. LEED-certified homes cost less to operate, reducing energy and water bills by as much as 40%.
Designed by the Houston firm Murphy Mears Architects (www.murphymears.com), the house earned the LEED Gold Star award because of the firm’s expert use in areas such as water efficiency, sustainable materials and energy strategies. Both principals of the architectural firm hold LEED AP credentials which affirm their knowledge of advanced green building expertise.
To solidify their efforts to win the Gold Star certification, the firm hired Exterior Worlds to design the landscape using techniques that minimize the impact on ecosystems and water resources. Our charge was to employ drought-resistant plants, reclaimed materials and other green hardscapes to help Murphy Mears earn points within the LEED rating system.
In the front yard, we created a rectilinear garden covered with black star gravel. The bed’s straight lines pay homage to the house’s design while the dark gray gravel extends the color palette. In this zone of interest, we planted six ornamental Japanese blueberry trees and contoured them into conical shapes to contrast with the linearity of the house.
The homeowners had found reclaimed marble from a torn-down building and so we used these rectangular forms for the sidewalk. A border of gravel connects the sidewalk to the larger garden bed. The marble, which is striated white and black, also adds an interesting element of movement to the yard. We planted the rest of the yard with Zoysia grass since it possesses exceptional wear tolerance and good drought resistance.
Gravel garden beds extend to the sides of the house, a choice that is both aesthetically pleasing and earth-friendly. In sustainable landscaping, gravel is prized because of its durability, minimal maintenance requirements and because, being inorganic, it requires no watering.
For the back yard, we planted more Japanese blueberry trees and Zoysia grass to continue the theme begun in the front. Other plantings, requiring little water and pruning, were picked from the LEED-approved list. We also laid another pathway using the reclaimed marble, which leads around the property to the grill, patio and a potting table with reclaimed sink in the far back.
We built a patio using synthetic decking material in the same light gray color as the house. The decking material requires no staining and is particularly durable. The patio creates a transition between the interior and exterior, with the glass doors of the house feeding out into the back yard. It is uncovered, playing up the openness of the house’s design and making the most of Houston’s golden morning light with the house creating deep shade in the hot afternoons.
Perhaps the most striking thing that can be said about the property and its LEED rating is this: you’d never know it. That is, the innovative and far-ranging green techniques are woven so beautifully into its design all you notice is a superb house with an appealing landscape.
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The significance of a comfortable and visually appealing bedroom interior design cannot be emphasised enough. Your bedroom is your haven to relax and rejuvenate. It should have a soothing ambience that also shows your particular flair. One way of accomplishing the rest and tranquillity you deserve is to choose the correct bed mattress.
So, do you want to design a comfortable and visually appealing bedroom? You've come to the correct link! This blog article walks you through the process of choosing the right mattress. It also presents some fascinating interior design ideas to turn your bedroom into a calm oasis. So, let's get started!
How to Choose the Mattress for Your Bedroom?
What is crucial for a good night's sleep? It’s choosing the perfect bed mattress! It is the most basic requirement to achieve excellent snooze. But with so many options available, it can feel overwhelming. Sorting through all the sizes and features and figuring out your budget can be challenging.
Remember, there isn't a single best mattress for everyone. It's essential to consider your own needs when shopping. Your sleep position, body shape, budget, and personal preferences all play a role in finding the right mattress.
Essential Factors to Consider While Choosing a Mattress:
The following are some crucial factors that you must consider when selecting the ideal mattress for your bedroom:
Size and Space: Consider the size of your bedroom and the space available for your mattress. Twin, full, queen, and king are the most common sizes. Choose a size that fits well in your room without taking up too much space.
Furniture and Layout: Larger mattresses like bed frames and nightstands may require more oversized furniture. Check that the mattress size corresponds to your bedroom's general arrangement.
Top 5 Types of Mattresses
Let's look at the five main varieties of mattresses on the market. This knowledge can significantly help you select the ideal mattress specific to your needs.
Memory Foam Mattresses: These mattresses adjust to your body's form, providing excellent support and reducing pressure points. They are fantastic for relieving pain and suffering.
Orthopaedic Mattress: Designed particularly for those with back or joint problems, orthopaedic bed mattresses provide tailored support to relieve pain and encourage healthy spinal alignment.
Latex Mattresses: These mattresses, made of natural or synthetic latex, are noted for their durability and breathability. They are mould and dust-mite-resistant, making them an excellent alternative for allergy sufferers.
Hybrid Mattress: As the name implies, these mattresses combine the greatest elements of several varieties. Hybrid mattresses are known to provide a balanced sleep experience that includes both support and comfort.
Innerspring Mattresses: These bed mattresses include a coil support structure on top of many comfort layers. They offer great support, excellent ventilation, and a bouncing sensation.
To summarise, designing a comfortable and visually beautiful bedroom is critical to your health. Begin by picking the best-suited bed mattress for your requirements and interests. Consider how the size of your bedroom influences the arrangement.
Then, use design aspects such as colour palettes, furniture arrangement, lighting, and personal touches to make your bedroom your sacred sanctuary. Go ahead and design a setting that promotes comfortable sleep while reflecting your personality!
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This customer from Bedford, the county town of one of England’s smallest counties Bedfordshire, called me out because they have bought a house and, upon lifting the glued down carpet, had discovered a beautiful Victorian tiled floor. They decided to call me in to see if this original feature could be restored to its former glory having already tried household products to remove the glue and clean the tiles with limited success.
We often find customers who discover old tiles under carpet or linoleum struggle with the standard cleaning products available in supermarket which are only designed for everyday cleaning. The products Tile Doctor sells are far stronger; naturally however to achieve the best results it also helps if you have the right equipment, knowledge and experience and that where we come in.
I popped round to take a look at the floor and having tackled quite a few of these restorations before was confident we could restore the floor so a quote was given and the work was booked in for the next week.
My first course of action was to vacuum the floor to remove any loose debris. This gave me a better picture of the condition of the floor overall, and so I could assess how best to proceed. I opted for our tried and trusted method of applying a diluted solution of Tile Doctor Pro-Clean, which is a very reliable high alkaline cleaner suitable for all types of natural stone and tile. The solution was applied with a pump-up sprayer and left to dwell for 20 minutes to seep into the pores of the tile.
Next, I worked the solution into the tiles using a black scrubbing pad fitted to a rotary machine and hand brushes. The resulting cleaning slurry was then rinsed off – and I found that this had removed most of the glue and surface dirt. There were a few stubborn deposits of glue remaining, but I was able to remove them by using hand brushes and scrapers in combination with Tile Doctor Remove and Go, which is as its name suggest can remove most things including old sealers, epoxy grout haze, urethane coatings, synthetic finishes, adhesives and event paint.
Even after this there were still some patches of glue, so I decided to spray the whole floor with Remove and Go and worked it into the stubborn areas with brushes. I left it to dwell for 15 minutes and then rinsed the floor with a wet pick-up extraction machine. This did the job and the floor was left fresh and clean, ready to be sealed once it had dried.
The floor was left to dry for several days, which is typically necessary for old tiled floors that don’t have a damp proof membrane installed. The customer wanted the floor to look traditional and therefore requested a matt finish. This was achieved by applying two coats of Tile Doctor Colour Grow, which is also breathable thereby allowing any damp to evaporate as gases through the sealer, without affecting the finish.
As I previously mentioned, floors of this age can sometimes have damp issues, so this sealer is ideal for these older floors. Colour Grow is an impregnating sealer, meaning it penetrates the pores of the stone to fill them and prevent trapped dirt. It also intensifies the colours in the tiles to really bring them to life.
The customer was shocked and amazed by the great results as she thought nothing could be done to restore such an old floor. Before leaving the property, I gave her some maintenance instructions to help her keep the floor looking its best in the future. Another satisfied customer!
David Vissian
Bedfordshire Tile Doctor
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Carpet Cleaning Methods in Singapore
Is your house full of rugs made of different fabrics? And, are you confused about its cleaning methods? This confusion is easy to happen when there are several rugs in your home. In those situations, consulting carpet cleaning services in Singapore is the best solution for you.
Different carpet fabrics require different cleaning methods to be applied, as applying a single method can damage the texture and appearance of the carpet. So, here in this blog, we will discuss the different types of carpet fabrics and the cleaning methods used by the best carpet cleaning company.
Different carpet fabrics require different cleaning methods to be applied
Different carpet fabrics require different cleaning methods to be applied
4 Types of carpets and best cleaning method
Synthetic Carpets: Synthetic carpets are found in most households as they are abundant in the market. They are easy to maintain and need to be cleaned regularly because dusting is quick on such fabrics. For cleaning of synthetic carpets, you can contact cheap carpet cleaning in Singapore, as the frequency of cleaning is high. Also, the method adopted for cleaning synthetic carpets usually involves dry-chem cleaning or soap-free cleaning methods.
Wool Carpets: Wool carpets can stain and collect dust easily, but you shouldn’t clean them with soap and water. Wool has excellent water absorption and takes a long time to dry completely. Therefore, to clean wool carpets, it is better to consult a professional carpet cleaner, as they have a better knowledge of applying the right cleaning method. Usually, the dry cleaning method is applied to make the carpet faster and cleaner.
Polyester Carpets: Polyester is one of the forms of synthetic fabric that has been one of the most popular carpet fabrics for a long time. This fabric is known for its luxurious feel and comes in a variety of colors. These mats are hydrophobic and stain resistant, however, they are not very durable, especially when exposed to the sun. Therefore, you should not apply the usual soap and water cleaning method to this fabric but entrust the task to professionals.
Berber Carpets: Berber carpets give you a soft, comfortable feeling when you step on them, and with this carpet fabric you need to wash it often because the dust treatment process happens quickly. Weekly vacuuming is recommended along with professional deep cleaning every three months. To clean Berber carpets, you can choose the regular soap and water method, but be careful with rubbing as it can damage the fabric texture.
Conclusion
Ocean Cleans Singapore we provide the best cleaning service in Singapore. With our 20 years of experience, you’ll enjoy the luxury of deep-cleaned rugs at an incredible price. We have extensive knowledge of different carpet fabrics and use the most appropriate and advanced cleaning technology and methods. So, to enjoy the pleasure of having clean carpets at your residence, feel free in availing our excellent services!
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Earth Design Synthetic Turf was established over 20 years ago as a Landscape Design Firm and has evolved into solely a Synthetic Turf Installation Company. We are passionate, meticulous, skilled and knowledgeable experts in artificial grass and installation as it is all we do!
For this gorgeous, rolling front lawn we installed our RhinoTurf® Super Lawn product which boasts as super lush blade construction and ultra softness.
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