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Estate Manor House - Hudson Meadows
Estate Manor House - Hudson Meadows
The Buckingham GroupThe Buckingham Group
A tastefully landscaped plant bed compliments the new wall of Pella windows in the family room. Both the adjoining eating bay and the family room were part of a total interior and exterior remodel of this 10,000-sf home. This space is where the Owner starts his day as he watches an abundance of wildlife found in his backyard.
Watermill
Watermill
Amy Hill DesignsAmy Hill Designs
Curved House
Curved House
Workshop90, LLCWorkshop90, LLC
Head of Interiors / Interior Designer at Hufft Projects Architect: Hufft Projects Photographer: Mike Sinclair
La Jolla Custom Home
La Jolla Custom Home
Charco DESIGN & BUILD Inc.Charco DESIGN & BUILD Inc.
Jim Brady
Bentintoshape 48" x 20" Rectangular Fire Pit
Bentintoshape 48" x 20" Rectangular Fire Pit
authenTEAK Outdoor LivingauthenTEAK Outdoor Living
The Bentintoshape 48" x 20" Rectangular Fire Pit is constructed with 11 Gauge Cor-Ten Steel for maximum durability and rustic antique appearance. Cor-Ten, also known as Weathering Steel, is a steel alloy which was developed to eliminate the need for painting and form a stable rust-like appearance when exposed to the weather. The overall outside dimensions of the Fire Pit are 48” long x 20” deep x 20” tall. The fire bowl opening dimensions are 42” long x 18” deep x 4” tall. The gas burning option comes standard with a 75,000 BTU Burner and accommodates 90 lbs. of fire glass. Fire Glass sold separately. Options Available: - Wood Burning - the media grate is positioned 5” from the bottom of the fire bowl. (14" deep) - Natural Gas or Liquid Propane Gas burner kit - the media grate is positioned 5” from the bottom of the fire bowl and the fire ring is positioned below the grate. You would purchase this configuration if you are using ceramic logs or if you wanted to start a natural wood fire with gas. (14" deep) - Glass or Lava Rock burning with a gas kit - the media grate is positioned 4” from the top of the fire bowl and the fire ring is positioned above the grate. In this configuration, you would fill the bowl with fire glass or lava rock to just above the fire ring. The gas defuses thru the media grate and is ignited at the surface. (4" deep) Fire glass and/or lava rocks sold separately. - The Hidden Tank option comes complete with a glass/lava media grate and a propane gas kit for a 20 lb propane tank. On one tank, the fire pit will burner for approximately 8-14 hours. The overall dimensions of this Fire Pit are 48” long x 20” deep x 26” tall. Fire glass and/or lava rocks sold separately. Fire Bowl Cover constructed out of Cor-Ten Steel to convert your fire pit to a functional cocktail table when not in use.
2015 Midwest Home Luxury Home #1 - Denali Custom Homes
2015 Midwest Home Luxury Home #1 - Denali Custom Homes
Spacecrafting / Architectural PhotographySpacecrafting / Architectural Photography
Builder: Denali Custom Homes - Architectural Designer: Alexander Design Group - Interior Designer: Studio M Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography
Multi-level Living
Multi-level Living
Lowenoak Landscape DevelopmentLowenoak Landscape Development
Silverleaf Residence - Cocktail Courtyard
Silverleaf Residence - Cocktail Courtyard
| SPIRAL ARCHITECTS || SPIRAL ARCHITECTS |
The Cocktail Courtyard is accessed via sliding doors which retract into the exterior walls of the dining room. The courtyard features a stone corner fireplace, antique french limestone fountain basin, and chicago common brick in a traditional basketweave pattern. A stone stairway leads to guest suites on the second floor of the residence, and the courtyard benefits from a wonderfully intimate view out into the native desert, looking out to the Reatta Wash, and McDowell Mountains beyond. Design Principal: Gene Kniaz, Spiral Architects; General Contractor: Eric Linthicum, Linthicum Custom Builders
Backyard Stone Fire Pit With Woven, Upholstered Arm Chairs
Backyard Stone Fire Pit With Woven, Upholstered Arm Chairs
Michelle's InteriorsMichelle's Interiors
A stone fire pit is surrounded by woven arm chairs with comfortably upholstered seats and backs. The brilliant blue of the fire pit stones is echoed in the chair fabric and the pool tiles visible just beyond, on the upper terrace. Photo by Brian Gassel
Desert Mountain, Scottsdale AZ
Desert Mountain, Scottsdale AZ
Moss Custom HomesMoss Custom Homes
Elegant Modern at Estancia | Patio + Pool
Elegant Modern at Estancia | Patio + Pool
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
The primary goal for this project was to craft a modernist derivation of pueblo architecture. Set into a heavily laden boulder hillside, the design also reflects the nature of the stacked boulder formations. The site, located near local landmark Pinnacle Peak, offered breathtaking views which were largely upward, making proximity an issue. Maintaining southwest fenestration protection and maximizing views created the primary design constraint. The views are maximized with careful orientation, exacting overhangs, and wing wall locations. The overhangs intertwine and undulate with alternating materials stacking to reinforce the boulder strewn backdrop. The elegant material palette and siting allow for great harmony with the native desert. The Elegant Modern at Estancia was the collaboration of many of the Valley's finest luxury home specialists. Interiors guru David Michael Miller contributed elegance and refinement in every detail. Landscape architect Russ Greey of Greey | Pickett contributed a landscape design that not only complimented the architecture, but nestled into the surrounding desert as if always a part of it. And contractor Manship Builders -- Jim Manship and project manager Mark Laidlaw -- brought precision and skill to the construction of what architect C.P. Drewett described as "a watch." Project Details | Elegant Modern at Estancia Architecture: CP Drewett, AIA, NCARB Builder: Manship Builders, Carefree, AZ Interiors: David Michael Miller, Scottsdale, AZ Landscape: Greey | Pickett, Scottsdale, AZ Photography: Dino Tonn, Scottsdale, AZ Publications: "On the Edge: The Rugged Desert Landscape Forms the Ideal Backdrop for an Estancia Home Distinguished by its Modernist Lines" Luxe Interiors + Design, Nov/Dec 2015. Awards: 2015 PCBC Grand Award: Best Custom Home over 8,000 sq. ft. 2015 PCBC Award of Merit: Best Custom Home over 8,000 sq. ft. The Nationals 2016 Silver Award: Best Architectural Design of a One of a Kind Home - Custom or Spec 2015 Excellence in Masonry Architectural Award - Merit Award Photography: Dino Tonn
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home indoor outdoor modern kitchen & poolside di
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home indoor outdoor modern kitchen & poolside di
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home indoor outdoor modern kitchen & poolside dining terrace. Photo by William MacCollum.
Farmhouse REvamp and REbuild
Farmhouse REvamp and REbuild
yardscapes Inc.yardscapes Inc.
Back travertine patio with mortared stone outdoor kitchen.
Patton Place Residence
Patton Place Residence
Ana Williamson ArchitectAna Williamson Architect
David Wakely
Lake House Project - Fire Pit
Lake House Project - Fire Pit
Jane Reece InteriorsJane Reece Interiors
Architect New Build Project
Architect New Build Project
Tiles & BathsTiles & Baths
Large format porcelain tiles for external use including steps and risers
Balcony Oasis Retreat
Balcony Oasis Retreat
QualCraft Construction IncQualCraft Construction Inc
Formal patio
Formal patio
Mierop Design, FAPLDMierop Design, FAPLD
A formal patio mixes square cut bluestone with accents of brick in a diamond layout. Lisa Mierop
Floor to ceiling views with Origin Windows
Floor to ceiling views with Origin Windows
Origin - Doors and WindowsOrigin - Doors and Windows
Meditation and Hammock Pad
Meditation and Hammock Pad
Talianko Design Group, LLCTalianko Design Group, LLC
Come, relax, and enjoy a cold drink while swaying in the breeze. A solid teak freestanding hammock stand resembles the hull of a boat. Its heavy cushioned hammock is the perfect compliment. In the background is the meditation pad. Curved teak benches and chairs in steel and teak surround a teak cocktail table. Navy pillows abound for comfort and luxury. Photography By: Grey Crawford

Expansive Patio with No Cover Ideas and Designs

Patios are the go-to solution for turning your garden, or part of it, into an outdoor living area. A well-laid patio will integrate your home seamlessly into your garden, providing a solid and level surface for garden furniture and potted plants. Well designed patios are about more than just paving slabs – its positioning and layout are crucial to how much you enjoy this space. Before you start picking out patio ideas for materials and laying your patio, ask yourself important questions such as what will you use it for? How many people should it accommodate? Which part of your garden has the best aspect and sunlight? Will the patio have enough privacy?

How should I position my patio?

If you are designing your patio as a space for entertaining then make sure it’s wide enough for the garden furniture you want so you haven’t got guests tipping over into the flowerbeds. Don’t be wedded to the idea of having your patio attached to the house; think about positioning yours elsewhere in the garden if that space doesn’t offer the best aspect or lighting position. Consider the position of the sun through the course of the day and depending on whether you are most likely to want to dine outside at breakfast, have lunch on your patio or host dinner outside, you may want to position your patio differently. You can connect patios to your house with a footpath or stepping stones to allow easy transportation of food and drink.

How should I design and lay my patio?

Rectangles are the classic shape for patios, not least because they make the most efficient use of space and can be softened with garden edging. However, a rounded patio or a paving circle can perfectly complement a garden which isn’t linear in design. Paving slabs come in an extensive range of materials and are the most practical surface for patios. Yorkstone has the most traditional appeal, whereas concrete blocks, granite and slate patio slabs have a great texture and colour for modern gardens. Natural stones such as limestone, travertine and Indian sandstone vary in colour and finish and are a great way to add shade and texture to your patio. For some patio ideas that offer an alternative to block paving, loose material such as crushed stone and wood chippings have a rustic and more casual feel; if there are specific materials that re-occur elsewhere in the garden, you could repeat this in your choice of patio materials for consistency. Finally, it’s not a British summer without the great British barbeque, so look at patio ideas that incorporate barbeques and think about how you could accommodate one on your patio.

What garden furniture does my patio need?

Rattan garden furniture is a patio favourite, offering a durable, attractive finish that blends well into natural surroundings. Metal garden furniture and wooden garden furniture are sturdy alternatives available in many styles. Weight is a good feature in garden furniture to stop it from being blown away, but if you want to be able to move your furniture around the patio and garden to follow the sun you won’t want to go too heavy. Browse the various patio ideas that include garden furniture to see what styles of furniture go with different types of patios. If you find a particular patio set you like, you may be able to ask the designer where the furniture is from so you can look at buying the same set for your patio. Good, outdoor patio furniture crafted in high-quality materials should withstand bad weather, but cold, wet British winters followed by strong sun in the summer will be enough to weather even the best furniture, so it’s important to have somewhere, such as a shed, to store it when not in use for long periods of time. If you don’t have the space to store patio furniture, make sure that at least the cushions and umbrellas are stowed away out of the elements, and consider investing in a waterproof cover. One piece of furniture that might be able to stay out for a bit longer is a patio heater; it will warm any brave patio users and most modern designs are built to survive the cold weather. If you prefer something a bit more rustic than a patio heater, look at fire pits instead which will add warmth and an attractive centrepiece to your patio. If privacy or shade is an issue, then covering patio furniture with a parasol or sheltering patios with a gazebo or pergola are both smart patio ideas – these can be covered in climbing flowers or even wound with outdoor fairy lights for romantic evening lighting.
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