Inspiration for a rustic brown one-story wood gable roof remodel in Seattle

Wider cabinets are always more cost effective but 36" wide drawers can be unmanageable; here we added some inexpensive dividers from the manufacturer to help with organization but only paid for one drawer mechanism. The roll outs were ordered with stronger supports figuring on heavy utensils. Photos by Brian J. McGarry

An unmanageable hillside backyard was transformed into useable terraced spaces joined by multi-tiered waterfalls, stream and pool. Massive boulders, river rock, perennials and specimen plants have matured with time to create a truly stunning backyard experience. Finn Hill - Kirkland, WA.

This is the "Before" photo. Two separate ponds, neither of which worked properly. Landscape was overgrown and out of control. The space had become unmanageable for the property owner.

This is an organic Lime Wash done with a true lime wash product as opposed to a brick mortar or concrete that is often seen on new houses. This product can be applied as a solid coating making the surface completely white, or can be applied and "washed off" in many artistic ways, as seen here. If you hate your brick or just want something unique this is a great option! Photo credit: Jeff Murrey

Boulders and plantings disguise an extensive gabion retaining wall on the Hudson River
This is an example of a large modern partial sun hillside stone retaining wall landscape in DC Metro.

Earthwise Horticultural Services Location: Lake Mary, FL, USA This property had an overgrown landscape that had become unmanageable. Mrs. W. also wanted a fresh look instead of straight lines across the front. I suggested a circular bed with smooth lines blending into the front. We used hardy colorful flowers and shrubs to dress the area. The backyard has a brick wall along the back of the property. We installed trees large enough to provide screening over the wall (once they mature) but not so big they'll get into the power lines. The beds we contoured to provide interest besides straight lines. Photographed by: Scott Simpson

Earthwise Horticultural Services Location: Lake Mary, FL, USA This property had an overgrown landscape that had become unmanageable. Mrs. W. also wanted a fresh look instead of straight lines across the front. I suggested a circular bed with smooth lines blending into the front. We used hardy colorful flowers and shrubs to dress the area. The backyard has a brick wall along the back of the property. We installed trees large enough to provide screening over the wall (once they mature) but not so big they'll get into the power lines. The beds we contoured to provide interest besides straight lines. Photographed by: Scott Simpson

Earthwise Horticultural Services Location: Lake Mary, FL, USA This property had an overgrown landscape that had become unmanageable. Mrs. W. also wanted a fresh look instead of straight lines across the front. I suggested a circular bed with smooth lines blending into the front. We used hardy colorful flowers and shrubs to dress the area. The backyard has a brick wall along the back of the property. We installed trees large enough to provide screening over the wall (once they mature) but not so big they'll get into the power lines. The beds we contoured to provide interest besides straight lines. Photographed by: Scott Simpson

Earthwise Horticultural Services Location: Lake Mary, FL, USA This property had an overgrown landscape that had become unmanageable. Mrs. W. also wanted a fresh look instead of straight lines across the front. I suggested a circular bed with smooth lines blending into the front. We used hardy colorful flowers and shrubs to dress the area. The backyard has a brick wall along the back of the property. We installed trees large enough to provide screening over the wall (once they mature) but not so big they'll get into the power lines. The beds we contoured to provide interest besides straight lines. Photographed by: Scott Simpson

Master Bedroom with Red Bed Frame and custom drapery and bedding.
Bedroom - traditional master light wood floor bedroom idea in Charlotte

Earthwise Horticultural Services Location: Lake Mary, FL, USA This property had an overgrown landscape that had become unmanageable. Mrs. W. also wanted a fresh look instead of straight lines across the front. I suggested a circular bed with smooth lines blending into the front. We used hardy colorful flowers and shrubs to dress the area. The backyard has a brick wall along the back of the property. We installed trees large enough to provide screening over the wall (once they mature) but not so big they'll get into the power lines. The beds we contoured to provide interest besides straight lines. Photographed by: Scott Simpson

Doing the necessary up-keep on this sweet, little Cottage Garden. It's quite easy for a garden to grow out of control and become unmanageable. Quarterly Maintenance visits are a great way to maintain your beautiful yard and stay on top of all the growth and pruning requirements your garden needs throughout the year.

Engineered cedar siding creates beautiful gray-blue tones at the exterior of the home, while adding a textural element to activate the simple exterior design.

Gorgeous master bath with dramatic retro "wave" tile. Peak Photography
Example of a 1950s bathroom design in Los Angeles

Photo: A Darling Felicity Photography © 2015 Houzz
Example of a mid-sized country porcelain tile mudroom design in Seattle with green walls

Doing the necessary up-keep on this sweet, little Cottage Garden. It's quite easy for a garden to grow out of control and become unmanageable. Quarterly Maintenance visits are a great way to maintain your beautiful yard and stay on top of all the growth and pruning requirements your garden needs throughout the year.

Set in Montana's tranquil Shields River Valley, the Shilo Ranch Compound is a collection of structures that were specifically built on a relatively smaller scale, to maximize efficiency. The main house has two bedrooms, a living area, dining and kitchen, bath and adjacent greenhouse, while two guest homes within the compound can sleep a total of 12 friends and family. There's also a common gathering hall, for dinners, games, and time together. The overall feel here is of sophisticated simplicity, with plaster walls, concrete and wood floors, and weathered boards for exteriors. The placement of each building was considered closely when envisioning how people would move through the property, based on anticipated needs and interests. Sustainability and consumption was also taken into consideration, as evidenced by the photovoltaic panels on roof of the garage, and the capability to shut down any of the compound's buildings when not in use.

Design Consultant Jeff Doubét is the author of Creating Spanish Style Homes: Before & After – Techniques – Designs – Insights. The 240 page “Design Consultation in a Book” is now available. Please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com for more info. Jeff Doubét specializes in Santa Barbara style home and landscape designs. To learn more info about the variety of custom design services I offer, please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com Jeff Doubét is the Founder of Santa Barbara Home Design - a design studio based in Santa Barbara, California USA.