The upper deck from the house connects the house to the pool and lounging area.
Large minimalist backyard concrete and rectangular lap pool photo in San Francisco

Mid-sized classic screened-in back porch idea in Chicago with decking and a roof extension

These Leander clients were looking for a big deck upgrade in a tight space. They longed for better usability of their outdoor living area by way of a dual-level, low-maintenance deck. On each level, they wished for particular accommodations and usage. A gathering area on the upper level and a hot tub on the lower. The result is a tidy Leander TX deck with room to move!

Nick Springett Photography
Huge trendy backyard tile patio photo in Los Angeles with a fire pit and a roof extension

A fully renovated kitchen becomes the focal point of this revamped home. Keeping the charm of the original home was essential, while making it more functional for the family to enjoy. I was the project architect for this renovation while working at Kenneth Lynch & Associates. Featured in Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles. Photo credit: David Christensen

Rachael Stollar
Trendy screened-in porch idea in New York

Robert Brewster Photography
Mid-sized ornate white two-story concrete fiberboard gable roof photo in Providence with a shingle roof

A simple palette of grays and whites highlights the bright airiness of this eclectic industrial kitchen.
Urban kitchen photo in Milwaukee

Interior design by SOCO Interiors. Photography by Giovanni. Built by Stock Development.
Inspiration for a timeless backyard patio kitchen remodel in Miami with a roof extension

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architect: Swan Architecture | Interiors: Katie Redpath Constable | Landscaping: Bechler Landscapes | Photography: Landmark Photography

The living space has a large desk, a storage loft, and bathed in natural light. Photo: Eileen Descallar Ringwald
Inspiration for a small contemporary built-in desk medium tone wood floor study room remodel in Los Angeles with beige walls and no fireplace

Pool - transitional pool idea in Los Angeles

Mark Lohman Photography
Example of a bedroom and mid-sized beach style gender-neutral light wood floor and beige floor kids' bedroom design in Orange County with green walls

This Oceanside home, built to take advantage of majestic rocky views of the North Atlantic, incorporates outside living with inside glamor. Sunlight streams through the large exterior windows that overlook the ocean. The light filters through to the back of the home with the clever use of over sized door frames with transoms, and a large pass through opening from the kitchen/living area to the dining area. Retractable mosquito screens were installed on the deck to create an outdoor- dining area, comfortable even in the mid summer bug season. Photography: Greg Premru

Trendy brown two-story wood house exterior photo in Detroit with a hip roof

Even before the pool was installed the backyard was already a gourmet retreat. The premium Delta Heat built-in barbecue kitchen complete with sink, TV and hi-boy serving bar is positioned conveniently next to the pergola lounge area.

Modern Cottage Style Kitchen built with eco materials and finishes. Photo by SoYoung Mack
Dining room - transitional u-shaped dining room idea in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash and paneled appliances

Joe Fletcher
Example of a minimalist deck container garden design in San Francisco

Darlene Halaby
Open concept kitchen - large transitional galley dark wood floor open concept kitchen idea in Orange County with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink and marble countertops