The clients had just bought the home and loved the inside but not the outside. They did not want the formal setting with Greek busts. Since remodeling the old pool would have restricted the new, they had it removed so they could start from scratch. Their favorite setting was much more organic with a cabana, fireplace, and an outdoor kitchen. The house needed an addition with an entertainment media room, cigar room and pool bath. Privacy was achieved by adding a cabana on the north side with a full stone wall. The spa needed to be close to the master bedroom and have visibility of the flat screen television in the cabana. The spa is flush with the upper patio so not to block the view of the pool. A natural boulder stream connects the pool and spa. To soften the house planting is between the cabana and house. Decks and coping are Travertine. Pebblesheen color is Ocean Blue. Access to the cabana was located between the spa and the pool on the floating pad. Remote controlled fire features accent both ends of the boulders. Retaining walls were built behind the waterfall to bring the grade up so plantings looked more natural and waterfalls appeared to come out of the hillside. The cabana features were to create three zones. It does not matter the season or time of day, this space provides the family's perfect outside setting to enjoy each other. Project designed by Mike Farley. Check out Mike's Reference Site at FarleyPoolDesigns.com for more info and videos.

Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2015 Houzz
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Hawaiian Overview Bring the island to you with our Hawaiian Fiberglass pool featuring a built-in spill over spa! Drift away in a tropical paradise of relaxation and luxury as you go from swimming to soaking in your two in one swimming pool and spa. Designed with built-in water benches you will have no shortage of room to kick back and relax! Features Include - Surrounding relaxation water benches Built-in spill over spa Spa seating The Hawaiian Fiberglass pool is 16' x 34' and provides plenty of relaxation with surround seating. The swimming pool plus spa features a 3' 6" shallow end and a 6' deep end.The 510 square feet pool and spa holds 15,500 gallons of water and is backed by a 50-year warranty!

Winner of Home of The Year 2022 - Western Living Magazine
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The pergola blends well with the natural surroundings as well as the dining set, giving the patio a secluded feel not often found in busy suburban neighborhoods.

Before renovation, the concrete patio was both bare and unbearable on hot days. The homeowners wanted an area that was more comfortable, colorful and functional.

I have been working as a kitchen and bath designer in the Pacific Northwest for 13 years. I love engaging with new clients, ascertaining their needs through various interviews and meetings and then collaborating as we build their finished concept together. The variety of design styles, room layouts and function changes so much between one person and the next that no two finished products are remotely the same. This fluidity allows for endless possibilities for exploration in my field. It keeps the job interesting and has always given me a particular sense of reward and accomplishment as we near completion. The greatest personal recompense in this chosen profession is being able to walk with a client through this process and come out the other side with that client feeling elated with the end result.

As the first new home constructed on Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis in over 50 years, this contemporary custom home stands as the “Gateway” to the historic parkway that encircles the lake. The clean lines and Bauhaus feel bring an architectural style that previously didn’t exist in this truly eclectic neighborhood. Interior spaces and finishes were inspired by local art museums, combining high-end materials into simple forms. This 2011 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase home features mahogany cabinetry, cumaru wood and slate floors, and concrete counter tops. -Vujovich Design Build

I was hired to design an AirBnb in the chic Cherry Creek district of Denver, Colorado. My client wanted high-end touches in this vintage 1947 apartment, so all bedding is Restoration Hardware linens & Anthropologie touches, not holding back on expense. She even thought to get a darling portable crib, welcoming families into the space. With designer rooms and views of the Denver skyline, this charmer is sure to be rented year-round!

Located in the idyllic town of Darien, Connecticut, this rustic barn-style home is outfitted with a luxury Kalamazoo outdoor kitchen. Compact in size, the outdoor kitchen is ideal for entertaining family and friends. The Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Built-in Grill features three seriously powerful gas burners totaling 82,500 BTUs and a generous 726 square inches of primary grilling surface. The Hybrid Grill is not only the “best gas grill” there is – it also cooks with wood and charcoal. This means any grilling technique is at the homeowner’s disposal – from searing and indirect grilling, to rotisserie roasting over a live wood fire. This all stainless-steel grill is hand-crafted in the U.S.A. to the highest quality standards so that it can withstand even the harshest east coast winters. A Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Built-in Cooktop Cabinet flanks the grill and expands the kitchens cooking capabilities, offering two gas burners. Stainless steel outdoor cabinetry was incorporated into the outdoor kitchen design for ample storage. All Kalamazoo cabinetry is weather-tight, meaning dishes, cooks tools and non-perishable food items can be stored outdoors all year long without moisture or debris seeping in. The outdoor kitchen provides a place from the homeowner’s to grill, entertain and enjoy their picturesque surrounds.

This 3 year old house with a completely unfinished open-plan basement, gets a large u-shaped bar, media room, game area, home gym, full bathroom and storage. Extensive use of woodwork, stone, tile, lighting and glass transformed this space into a luxuriously useful retreat. Jason Snyder photography

They had an Apartment in Tokyo. They had an Estate in Dallas. But what they really wanted was to be, "At the Lake". So they bought a contractor-built house nestled by a pristine Lake. They Sighed at the beautiful view. They Sighed at the inside of the house. They wanted it to feel more like them, more like a home. SO... they called HOM. After just 3 Meetings all agreed on what to do! Make it Warm, Modern, Cozy, and Striking. The Family left for Tokyo. And HOM. went to work. HOM. added a New Metal Railing. HOM. added reclaimed wooden beams from nearby Barns. HOM. added Large Original Art Pieces that were interpretations of the Rocks in the nearby Stream running through their Property. HOM. added multi-functional seating. More Dramatic Lighting. Accessories that were personal but did not over “ooze” the Lake idea. It became a Personal HOM. A HOM. they wanted, “At the Lake”. When the Family returned from Tokyo for a Thanksgiving Gathering, all were stunned. They now had, at last, a HOM. “At the Lake”. Two Years later... One of the daughters was getting married. The Parents offered to throw her wedding anywhere in the world she would like. Her answer was, I want to get married... "At the Lake".

Embrace Tranquility and Elegance: Our Asian-inspired Oasis Discover a serene retreat nestled in the heart of Los Angeles. Our latest landscape masterpiece seamlessly blends the timeless allure of an Asian garden with modern comforts. Immerse yourself in the soothing ambience of our meticulously designed backyard haven, where an exquisite Asian-style soaking tub takes center stage. A graceful wooden bridge leads you over a gentle stream, connecting the different realms of our enchanting landscape. An iconic statue adds a touch of sophistication, capturing the essence of our meticulous craftsmanship. Throughout this harmonious landscape, the carefully curated selection of plants and foliage creates a living tapestry that delights the senses year-round. Experience the allure of Stout Design Build.

What started as an imposing, bland concrete & brick private patio was turned into this magnificent outdoor living space by LCM PLUS. In addition to the wooden feature walls enveloping this space, LCM PLUS installed a Techo-Bloc Blu-60 patio with drainage and build planters along the far walls. The entire aesthetic was transformed and the end result is breath taking. With electricity and comfortable seating, we know our client will get boundless joy for years to come whether it be inviting friends & neighbors or a relaxing quiet evening.

They had an Apartment in Tokyo. They had an Estate in Dallas. But what they really wanted was to be, "At the Lake". So they bought a contractor-built house nestled by a pristine Lake. They Sighed at the beautiful view. They Sighed at the inside of the house. They wanted it to feel more like them, more like a home. SO... they called HOM. After just 3 Meetings all agreed on what to do! Make it Warm, Modern, Cozy, and Striking. The Family left for Tokyo. And HOM. went to work. HOM. added a New Metal Railing. HOM. added reclaimed wooden beams from nearby Barns. HOM. added Large Original Art Pieces that were interpretations of the Rocks in the nearby Stream running through their Property. HOM. added multi-functional seating. More Dramatic Lighting. Accessories that were personal but did not over “ooze” the Lake idea. It became a Personal HOM. A HOM. they wanted, “At the Lake”. When the Family returned from Tokyo for a Thanksgiving Gathering, all were stunned. They now had, at last, a HOM. “At the Lake”. Two Years later... One of the daughters was getting married. The Parents offered to throw her wedding anywhere in the world she would like. Her answer was, I want to get married... "At the Lake".

Embrace Tranquility and Elegance: Our Asian-inspired Oasis Discover a serene retreat nestled in the heart of Los Angeles. Our latest landscape masterpiece seamlessly blends the timeless allure of an Asian garden with modern comforts. Immerse yourself in the soothing ambience of our meticulously designed backyard haven, where an exquisite Asian-style soaking tub takes center stage. A graceful wooden bridge leads you over a gentle stream, connecting the different realms of our enchanting landscape. An iconic statue adds a touch of sophistication, capturing the essence of our meticulous craftsmanship. Throughout this harmonious landscape, the carefully curated selection of plants and foliage creates a living tapestry that delights the senses year-round. Experience the allure of Stout Design Build.

How do you turn a small bathroom into a spa experience? We did it in this lovely little space in Ferndale. We started with a bathroom that had had few updates over the last 50 years, and we ended with a soaking tub, serene subway tile, soft gold fixtures and a nod to our client’s favorite style – midcentury modern – with a beautiful walnut floating vanity. We created storage in a little niche of the bathroom and topped it off with sconce lighting. This is a space you’ll never want to leave!

This covered outdoor bar and pavilion provide a shaded gathering space complete with bar seating and integrated lighting, perfect for hosting guests year-round.

This brick fire pit and seat wall are located along a switch back footpath down from the main residence on a steep hillside. Creating a destination greatly increased the owners' use of their property!