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We converted an underused back yard into a modern outdoor living space. Functions include a cedar soaking tub, outdoor shower, fire pit, and dining area. The decking is ipe hardwood, the fence is stained cedar, and cast concrete with gravel adds texture at the fire pit. Photos copyright Laurie Black Photography.

Photography by Kara Mercer.
Inspiration for a small eclectic backyard stone and rectangular infinity pool landscaping remodel in Seattle
Inspiration for a small eclectic backyard stone and rectangular infinity pool landscaping remodel in Seattle

Matthew Millman
Small minimalist front yard concrete and rectangular lap pool fountain photo in San Francisco
Small minimalist front yard concrete and rectangular lap pool fountain photo in San Francisco

You gotta love California…even in the drizzle!
Example of a small classic backyard rectangular and concrete paver hot tub design in New York
Example of a small classic backyard rectangular and concrete paver hot tub design in New York

Partially recessed stainless steel spa with tile trim in this compact, San Fransisco backyard. Landscape design by Katharine Webster.
Hot tub - small modern courtyard concrete paver and rectangular aboveground hot tub idea in San Francisco
Hot tub - small modern courtyard concrete paver and rectangular aboveground hot tub idea in San Francisco

Jeremy Flowers Photography
Pool fountain - small transitional backyard tile and rectangular pool fountain idea in Orlando with a roof extension
Pool fountain - small transitional backyard tile and rectangular pool fountain idea in Orlando with a roof extension

The existing pool was way too large for the space, it took up the entire back yard.
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard rectangular and tile lap pool remodel in Miami
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard rectangular and tile lap pool remodel in Miami

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This hot tub which is located in Glen Ellyn, IL measures 7'0" x 10'0" and is raised above the deck level. The water depth is 3'0". The tub features 8 hydrotherapy jets, an LED color-changing light, an automatic pool safety cover, Valder's Limestone coping and natural stone veneer on the exterior walls. Photos by Larry Huene.

This lap pool maximizes the space in a Bethesda backyard with fieldstone retaining walls that offer privacy and structure. Three sheer descent waterfalls add sound and movement to the swimming pool.

Serene afternoon by a Soake Plunge Pool
Example of a small classic backyard stone and rectangular natural hot tub design in Boston
Example of a small classic backyard stone and rectangular natural hot tub design in Boston

The stunning white walls of this Rosemary Beach house contrast with the Mediterranean Blue tiles of the pool. The five scuppers pour a stream of sound into the small pool courtyard, providing an oasis in this busy neighborhood. The compact, native landscape provides year-round color and interest.
Photographed by: Alan D. Holt

Photos: Shoot2Sell
Pool - small contemporary backyard concrete paver and rectangular pool idea in Dallas
Pool - small contemporary backyard concrete paver and rectangular pool idea in Dallas

Riad Zasha: Middle Eastern Beauty at the Beach
Private Residence / Alys Beach, Florida
Architect: Khoury & Vogt Architects
Builder: Alys Beach Construction
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“Riad Zasha resides in Alys Beach, a New Urbanist community along Scenic Highway 30-A in the Florida Panhandle,” says the design team at Khoury & Vogt Architects (KVA), the town architects of Alys Beach. “So named by the homeowner, who came with an explicit preference for something more exotic and Middle Eastern, the house evokes Moroccan and Egyptian influences spatially and decoratively while maintaining continuity with its surrounding architecture, all of which is tightly coded.” E. F. San Juan furnished Weather Shield impact-rated windows and doors, a mahogany impact-rated front door, and all of the custom exterior millwork, including shutters, screens, trim, handrails, and gates. The distinctive tower boasts indoor-outdoor “Florida room” living spaces caged in beautiful wooden mashrabiya grilles created by our team. The execution of this incredible home by the professionals at Alys Beach Construction and KVA resulted in a landmark residence for the town.
Challenges:
“Part of [the Alys Beach] coding, along with the master plan itself, dictated that a tower mark the corner of the lot,” says KVA. “Aligning this with the adjoining park to the south reinforces the axiality of each and locks the house into a greater urban whole.” The sheer amount of custom millwork created for this house made it a challenge, but a welcome one. The unique exterior called for wooden details everywhere, from the shutters to the handrails, mouldings and trim, roof decking, courtyard gates, ceiling panels for the Florida rooms, loggia screen panels, and more—but the tower was the standout element. The homeowners’ desire for Middle Eastern influences was met through the wooden mashrabiya (or moucharaby) oriel-style wooden latticework enclosing the third-story tower living space. Creating this focal point was some of our team’s most unique work to date, requiring the ultimate attention to detail, precision, and planning.
The location close to the Gulf of Mexico also dictated that we partner with our friends at Weather Shield on the impact-rated exterior windows and doors, and their Lifeguard line was perfect for the job. The mahogany impact-rated front door also combines safety and security with beauty and style.
Solution:
Working closely with KVA and Alys Beach Construction on the timeline and planning for our custom wood products, windows, and doors was monumental to the success of this build. The amount of millwork produced meant our team had to carefully manage their time while ensuring we provided the highest quality of detail and work. The location south of Scenic Highway 30-A, steps from the beach, also meant deciding with KVA and Alys Beach Construction what materials should be used for the best possible production quality and looks while adhering to coding and standing the test of time in the harsh Gulfside elements such as high winds, humidity, and salt.
The tower elements alone required the utmost care for building and installation. It was truly a test of skill for our team and Alys Beach Construction to create the corbels and other support pieces that would hold up the wooden oriel windows and latticework screens. We couldn’t be happier with the result and are genuinely honored to have been part of the talented team on such a cornerstone residence in the Alys Beach townscape.
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Photography courtesy of Alys Beach

Wade Griffith
Example of a small transitional backyard concrete and custom-shaped pool design in Dallas
Example of a small transitional backyard concrete and custom-shaped pool design in Dallas

Cedar spa and flagstone deck look out over tranquil ocean view. The small weekend home on the flank of the rolling grassy coastal plain in Hollister Ranch (near Gaviota, CA) faces breath-taking panoramic views of ocean, islands, coastal plain, foothills and mountains.

Daniel Driensky
Pool fountain - small transitional backyard rectangular pool fountain idea in Dallas with decking
Pool fountain - small transitional backyard rectangular pool fountain idea in Dallas with decking

Jeffrey Erb
Hot tub - small contemporary courtyard rectangular hot tub idea in New York with decking
Hot tub - small contemporary courtyard rectangular hot tub idea in New York with decking

Outdoor Elements maximized the available space in this beautiful yard with a contemporary, rectangular pool complete with a large tanning deck and swim jet system. Mosaic glass-tile accents the spa and a shell stone deck and coping add to the contemporary feel. Behind the tanning deck, a large, up-lit, sheer-descent waterfall adds variety and elegance to the design. A lighted gazebo makes a comfortable seating area protected from the sun while a functional outdoor kitchen is nestled near the backdoor of the residence. Raised planters and screening trees add the right amount of greenery to the space.

Black and white exterior with a plunge pool in the backyard.
Example of a small farmhouse backyard concrete paver and rectangular pool design in Austin
Example of a small farmhouse backyard concrete paver and rectangular pool design in Austin
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