Glacier Travertine deck and spa with a tiered spillway that includes glass tiles. The pool is a cool blue pebble

Fire pit seating area in front exterior of home Ketchum Photography

Exterior terraced living space Travertine pavers with AB Europa Retaining Walls. Nathan Graham

Outdoor Lounge - Original Mid-Century Palm Springs Butterfly Alexander Construction Home designed by Palmer & Krisel A.I.A.

With the flip of a switch - instant fire. This fire pit is convenient and easy to use as the temperatures start to drop. No muss, no fuss. http://www.wiesephoto.com/clients/

A custom natural gas fire pit with tumbled stone cap and reclaimed brick veneer. Crushed granite as a patio surface create a great outdoor living area.

photography by Don Hebert

Stunning Outdoor Remodel in the heart of Kingstown, Alexandria, VA 22310. Michael Nash Design Build & Homes created a new stunning screen porch with dramatic color tones, a rustic country style furniture setting, a new fireplace, and entertainment space for large sporting event or family gatherings. The old window from the dining room was converted into French doors to allow better flow in and out of home. Wood looking porcelain tile compliments the stone wall of the fireplace. A double stacked fireplace was installed with a ventless stainless unit inside of screen porch and wood burning fireplace just below in the stoned patio area. A big screen TV was mounted over the mantel. Beaded panel ceiling covered the tall cathedral ceiling, lots of lights, craftsman style ceiling fan and hanging lights complimenting the wicked furniture has set this screen porch area above any project in its class. Just outside of the screen area is the Trex covered deck with a pergola given them a grilling and outdoor seating space. Through a set of wrapped around staircase the upper deck now is connected with the magnificent Lower patio area. All covered in flagstone and stone retaining wall, shows the outdoor entertaining option in the lower level just outside of the basement French doors. Hanging out in this relaxing porch the family and friends enjoy the stunning view of their wooded backyard. The ambiance of this screen porch area is just stunning.

The homeowners wanted to maximize the amount light and usable space in their outdoor living area, as well as minimize debris and maintenance. Their choice was to install a border fence for privacy rather than trees or space-consuming shrubs.