ALTUS Architecture + Design

Photography: Geoff Captain Studios

This simultaneously elegant and relaxed Tuscan style home on a secluded redwood-filled property is designed for the easiest of transitions between inside and out. Terraces extend out from the house to the lawn, and gravel walkways meander through the gardens. A light filled entry hall divides the home into public and private areas.

Photography by Bryan Burris

Additions and alterations to a historic residence in Chappaqua, New York. Photos by Scott LePage Photography.

This project includes a 2-story porch. The upper level is a spacious screened porch with outdoor fireplace. The screened porch empties out to an AZEK deck which flows down to the lower level travertine patio. Beneath the screened porch is a dry open porch also with an outdoor fireplace. Both porch areas are incredibly spacious leaving room for both eating and seating. These stunning photos are provided courtesy of J. Paul Moore photography in Nashville.

Shelley Gardea Photography © 2012 Houzz Design by: Benedict August

The 2 bedroom Guest House, located across the pond from the Main House, had a lovely garden off of the Living Room. The Chinese doors were placed in the Garden Wall (and one left slightly open) to give the feel that one could go through to another garden. Photo: Mary E. Nichols

The art of modern living is expressed with eloquent aplomb in this brand-new showplace on the Intracoastal Waterway in The Estates, historic Old Boca Raton’s prestigious beachside enclave. Created by an award-winning Florida-based Architect Carlos A. Martin, and by noted South Florida builder, Infinity Custom Estates, this Tropical Georgian-inspired masterpiece (I call it Gulfstream Southern Classical Style) exudes serene timelessness with classic symmetry, then takes an unexpected twist with clean-lined high-style interiors by award-winning Marc-Michaels. In each detail, the vision is artistic genius, and the resulting overall effect is simply breathtaking. 10’ high French doors flow to the waterfront verandah and Hamptons-style pool from the open living/dining room, club room/library, and family room, all of which are as sumptuously comfortable as they are stunningly refined. From the gorgeous smoky-hued marble and walnut floors to the sleek custom built-ins, exquisite marble-clad fireplace, and ebony-wood “ribbon” accent wall, the design scheme beautifully balances bold impact and subtle glamour. Opening off the upstairs gallery is a waterfront lounge deck appointed as a resort-like open-air spa room, a sublime luxury. Transcending the ordinary in every aspect, this is a sophisticated Intracoastal estate, rendered to perfection with singular style.

Winner of five awards in the Rough Hollow Parade of Homes, this 6,778 square foot home is an exquisite addition to the prestigious Lakeway neighborhood. The Santa Barbara style home features a welcoming colonnade, lush courtyard, beautiful casita, spacious master suite with a private outdoor covered terrace, and a unique Koi pond beginning underneath the wine room glass floor and continuing to the outdoor living area. In addition, the views of Lake Travis are unmatched throughout the home. Photography by Coles Hairston

Interior Designer, Bonnie Muxo

Multiple seating areas is a significant bonus in this ample flagstone patio with fireplace and outdoor kitchen