Rear Elevation. The Sater Design Collection's luxury, Tuscan home plan "Arabella" (Plan #6799). saterdesign.com

Designed by: Marco Romani, RLA - Landscape Architect

This pool has a natural stone waterfall, a beach entry (walk-in pool), and a spa. The large outdoor kitchen makes for a perfect area for entertaining guests.

Pebblehaven Company, Inc

Rob Cardillo Photography

fire feature, fire pit ,hardscaping , indoor-outdoor living, patio heater, pavers, privacy screen, seat wall, stone raised garden beds, wood fencing, hot tub, cedar fencing horizontal fencing, cultured stone, stone coping, herb garden, vegetable garden paver patio, architectural slabs, brick accent pavers

This partially wooded, acre and a half lot in West Dundee presented many challenges. The clients began working with a Landscape Architect in the early spring, but after not getting the innovative ideas they were seeking, the home builder and Architect suggested the client contact our landscape design/build firm. We immediately hit it off with the charismatic clients. They had a tall order for us: complete the design and implement the construction within a three month period. For many projects this would be a reasonable time frame. However construction delays and the coordination of multiple trades left a very short window to complete the work. Beyond the tight time frame the site required specific care in preserving the many mature surrounding trees, as well as addressing a vast grade change. Over fifteen feet of grade change occurs from one end of this woodland property to the other. All of these constraints proved to be an enormous challenge as we worked to include and coordinate the following elements: the drive layout, a dramatic front entry, various gardens, landscape lighting, irrigation, and a plan for a backyard pool and entertainment space that already had been started without a clear plan. Fortunately, the client loved our design ideas and attention to detail and we were able to mobilize and begin construction. With the seamless coordination between our firm and the builder we implemented all the elements of this grand project. In total eight different crews and five separate trades worked together to complete the landscape. The completed project resulted in a rewarding experience for our firm, the builder and architect, as well as the client. Together we were able to create and construct a perfect oasis for the client that suited the beautiful property and the architecture of this dream home.

This partially wooded, acre and a half lot in West Dundee presented many challenges. The clients began working with a Landscape Architect in the early spring, but after not getting the innovative ideas they were seeking, the home builder and Architect suggested the client contact our landscape design/build firm. We immediately hit it off with the charismatic clients. They had a tall order for us: complete the design and implement the construction within a three month period. For many projects this would be a reasonable time frame. However construction delays and the coordination of multiple trades left a very short window to complete the work. Beyond the tight time frame the site required specific care in preserving the many mature surrounding trees, as well as addressing a vast grade change. Over fifteen feet of grade change occurs from one end of this woodland property to the other. All of these constraints proved to be an enormous challenge as we worked to include and coordinate the following elements: the drive layout, a dramatic front entry, various gardens, landscape lighting, irrigation, and a plan for a backyard pool and entertainment space that already had been started without a clear plan. Fortunately, the client loved our design ideas and attention to detail and we were able to mobilize and begin construction. With the seamless coordination between our firm and the builder we implemented all the elements of this grand project. In total eight different crews and five separate trades worked together to complete the landscape. The completed project resulted in a rewarding experience for our firm, the builder and architect, as well as the client. Together we were able to create and construct a perfect oasis for the client that suited the beautiful property and the architecture of this dream home.

Christopher Vialpando, http://chrisvialpando.com

Fire pit with view of bar island and pergola

Board formed concrete firepit at dusk. Photo by Clark Dugger

A beautiful design deserves a beautiful material to bring it to life. This pool deck is absolutely fabulous in Authentic Durango Ancient Veracruz™.

Custom two-story 6,000+ square foot home built by Structure Home. Photography by: Latham Architectural

Located on a private mountain pond, this home is reflective of a Floridian beach home. With bright colors and and open airy feel, this home brings the beach to Montana.

This custom swimming pool features a unique outdoor bar area with top of the line outdoor kitchen appliances. The beautiful swimming pool features several bowl water features, a custom fire bowl feature, and copper scuppers surrounded by dry-stack stone.

Nestled in a cozy backyard, this pool allows the homeowners to relax, cool off, and enjoy.