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Lowering this outdoor seating space below water level creates the illusion of being surrounded by water. Stone floor tiles and in-wall lighting add drama to this Bahamian beauty. The custom home was designed and built by Windstar Homes.

Article • May 14th, 2010

Five Pillars of Design for Outdoor Living

Beautiful, functional outdoor living spaces must reflect elements of balance, nature, longevity, details and convenience. The design of backyard entertaining rooms must relate to the architecture of the house so the two spaces flow together.

Article • May 14th, 2010

Selling Outdoor Kitchens Creates New Profit Niche

With ‘staycations’ being all the rage these days, outdoor kitchens are creating renewed opportunities for kitchen dealers to help clients reinvest in their homes.

Article • September 10th, 2009

Outdoor Living

Article • July 22nd, 2009

Outdoor Space: Never an Afterthought

Design outdoor living space as an integral part of a home; include sliding doors, travertine tile, ipe flooring and kitchen space.

Article • May 14th, 2009

Deck Design Tips and Tricks

Deck design tips and tricks include colored boards, railings, gazebos, levels and lighting.

Article • May 7th, 2009

Outdoor Space: Never an Afterthought

Design outdoor living space as an integral part of a home; include sliding doors, travertine tile, ipe flooring and kitchen space.

Article • May 7th, 2009

Outdoor Technology Delivers

Outdoor speakers blend in and sound great, while lighting systems enhance the outdoor atmosphere.

Article • May 19th, 2008

Conservatory/Sunroom

GOLD AWARD Sun Design Remodeling, Burke, Va. Project location: Woodbridge, Va. Sq. ft. before: 0 Sq. ft. after: 238 Project cost: $183,000 The first challenge for this Conservatory/Sunroom winning project was to...

Article • October 11th, 2007

Deck/Porch/Outdoor Living

GOLD AWARD Landis Construction Corp., Washington, D.C. Project location: Kensington, Md. Sq. ft. before: 1,326 Sq. ft. after: 1,911 Project cost: $120,000 The homeowners of this winning outdoor living project wanted...

Article • October 11th, 2007

Sunrooms

There are more things to consider for a homeowner when choosing the right sunroom besides the number of windows or the architectural look to the room. In the northern United States and Canada it might be better to consider a solarium that allows more...

Article • June 12th, 2007

Landscape Architects Add Value

Including landscape architects at the early stages of design will minimize challenges.

Article • May 8th, 2007