I thought I would share with everyone this magnificent turn of the century Tudor style Castle, which was the host site for this years 2012 Mansion in May. Enjoy!!!

This intimate, interconnected landscape gives these homeowners three spaces that make being outside a joy. Low stucco walls create a courtyard near the front door that has as unique sense of privacy, making it a great place to pause and view the pond below. Under the deck the stucco walls wrap around a patio, creating a perfect place for a cool refuge from hot summer days. A custom-made fountain is integrated into the wall, a bed of lush flowers is woven into the bluestone, and a view to the surrounding landscape is framed by the posts of the deck above. The rear patio is made of large bluestone pieces. Grassy seams between the stone soften the hard surface. Towering evergreens create privacy, drifts of colorful perennials surround the seat walls, and clumps of Aspen trees define the entrance to this enchanting outdoor room.

project for roi hoftman . www.roiwood.co.il

TylerMandic Ltd

Copyrights: WA design

A fireplace, counter and gas grill surround a covered patio next to a pool. A spa and large fountain bring moving water to the landscape. Photo: Mike Heacox / Luciole Design Inc.

partial front elevation rick o'donnell architect Allison Cartwright, www.twisttours.com, photographer Russ Phillips - Keller Williams Realty, photographer

Photo by Anice Hoachlander

Motor court and entry.

Kitchen Garden

David Duncan Livingston Photography

Photo by: Michael McCreary Photography

An incredible and complete renovation to the existing yard, our design incorporates a new pool and spa (built within the interior of the old pool) that is highlighted by accent finger jet emitters. A gentle, yet regal, spillway from the spa, open fireplace patio, quaint granite barbeque and bar system, elegant bluestone paving and lush Mediterranean plantings characterize this unique design