Example of a mid-sized minimalist backyard ground level mixed material railing water fountain deck design in New York with a pergola

Multi-level deck with a curved, lower lounge area with thermal Bluestone decking and built-in stone planters. Custom fabricated rails in a textured black finish. Lighting on Stairs and rails. There is a shady relaxation area under a custom matching pergola. This deck is perfect for entertaining and relaxing!

Tom Crane Photography
Example of a mountain style balcony balcony design in Philadelphia with a roof extension

Nestled near the mountains in Colorado Springs, this two-level outdoor living space has some of the best views around. The silvery tones of Alpine Fog and the modern profile of our S110 steel railing make this lavender pop!

Rebecca Lindenmeyr
Patio - contemporary backyard stone patio idea in Burlington with a fire pit

Patio - traditional brick patio idea in New York with no cover

Joyelle west photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized cottage ceramic tile mudroom remodel in Boston with white walls and a black front door

Kitchen The kitchen is anchored as a gathering space with its blue-accented entertaining island. The island has plenty of seating for visiting with the cooks and for serving informal meals. The clean-up sink faces toward the east and the back deck and yard. To its right is a paneled dishwasher, and a built-in fridge that's readily accessible to the breakfast table (out of view here) and outdoor deck. To the left of the sink is an appliance garage with a lift-up door. oak trim; new oak floors; Sub Zero refrigerator; Wolf range & hood; 3cm Brazilian Black granite counters with thumbnail edge detail; 3cm Verde Pavoa granite island with thumbnail edge; lower cabinets painted Seattle Mist by Benjamin Moore; upper cabinets painted Swiss Coffee by Benjamine Moore; island painted Dark Pewter by Benjamin Moore; 6" x 13" rhomboid glazed ceramic tile at backsplash by Walker Zanger. Construction by CG&S Design-Build. Photography by Tre Dunham, Fine focus Photography

Example of a beach style pool design in Orange County with decking

This gracious property in the award-winning Blaine school district - and just off the Southport Corridor - marries an old world European design sensibility with contemporary technologies and unique artisan details. With more than 5,200 square feet, the home has four bedrooms and three bathrooms on the second floor, including a luxurious master suite with a private terrace. The house also boasts a distinct foyer; formal living and dining rooms designed in an open-plan concept; an expansive, eat-in, gourmet kitchen which is open to the first floor great room; lower-level family room; an attached, heated, 2-½ car garage with roof deck; a penthouse den and roof deck; and two additional rooms on the lower level which could be used as bedrooms, home offices or exercise rooms. The home, designed with an extra-wide floorplan, achieved through side yard relief, also has considerable, professionally-landscaped outdoor living spaces. This brick and limestone residence has been designed with family-functional experiences and classically proportioned spaces in mind. Highly-efficient environmental technologies have been integrated into the design and construction and the plan also takes into consideration the incorporation of all types of advanced communications systems. The home went under contract in less than 45 days in 2011. Jim Yochum

Kaskel Photography
Huge transitional backyard outdoor kitchen deck photo in Chicago with a pergola

Inspiration for a modern deck remodel in San Francisco

Thomas Olcott
Inspiration for a coastal backyard deck remodel with a pergola

Kaskel Photography
Huge transitional backyard deck container garden photo in Chicago with a pergola

Elegant two-story stone exterior home photo in Detroit with a hip roof

Thomas Hayes
Inspiration for a timeless deck remodel in Atlanta

Mid-sized elegant backyard deck photo in Toronto with no cover

Tom Jacques and Drew Cunningham
Deck - mid-sized modern backyard deck idea in Toronto

Custom home built for the N.C. State University Chancellor by Rufty Homes. Photo credit: Dustin Peck Photography, Inc.
Elegant backyard concrete paver patio photo in Raleigh with a roof extension