Landscape Design: AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc. / Photography: Jeri Koegel
Large contemporary backyard patio in Orange County with natural stone pavers and a gazebo/cabana.

Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard patio in Sydney.

The new owners of this West Village Manhattan townhouse knew that gutting an historically significant building would be a complex undertaking. They were admirers of Turett's townhouse renovations elsewhere in the neighborhood and brought his team on board to convert the multi-unit structure into a single family home. Turett's team had extensive experience with Landmarks, and worked closely with preservationists to anticipate the special needs of the protected facade. The TCA team met with the city's Excavation Unit, city-appointed archeologists, preservationists, Community Boards, and neighbors to bring the owner's original vision - a peaceful home on a tree-line street - to life. Turett worked with adjacent homeowners to achieve a planted rear-yard design that satisfied all interested parties, and brought an impressive array of engineers and consultants aboard to help guarantee a safe process. Turett worked with the owners to design a light-filled house, with landscaped yard and terraces, a music parlor, a skylit gym with pool, and every amenity. The final designs include Turett's signature tour-de-force stairs; sectional invention creating overlapping volumes of space; a dramatic triple-height steel-and-glass elevation; extraordinary acoustical and thermal insulation as part of a highly energy efficient envelope.

This is an example of a contemporary backyard patio in San Francisco with concrete pavers and no cover.

Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Kansas City.

Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Cleveland.

This home was designed with a clean, modern aesthetic that imposes a commanding view of its expansive riverside lot. The wide-span, open wing design provides a feeling of open movement and flow throughout the home. Interior design elements are tightly edited to their most elemental form. Simple yet daring lines simultaneously convey a sense of energy and tranquility. Super-matte, zero sheen finishes are punctuated by brightly polished stainless steel and are further contrasted by thoughtful use of natural textures and materials. The judges said “this home would be like living in a sculpture. It’s sleek and luxurious at the same time.” The award for Best In Show goes to RG Designs Inc. and K2 Design Group Designers: Richard Guzman with Jenny Provost From: Bonita Springs, Florida

A white boardform feature wall ground the home and outdoor area. A minimalist water feature, ribbon fire feature and concrete fire table provide alluring natural elements to congregate around. The concrete and metal bar height allows the guests to gaze above the sofa seating and out to the ocean. Photo Credit: John Ellis

A beautiful outdoor living space designed on the roof of a home in the city of Chicago. Versatile for relaxing or entertaining, the homeowners can enjoy a breezy evening with friends or soaking up some daytime sun.

Photography by John Bloom
This is an example of a contemporary rooftop and rooftop deck in London.

Charlotte Rowe Garden Design. The new high-spec kitchen with limestone flooring opens out seamlessly on to the courtyard. Around the water rill are raised beds and bench seating, playing with the change in levels, all clad in the same pale limestone.

Pool with island baybed and spa photo by David Kekwick
Contemporary patio in Sunshine Coast with a roof extension.

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Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Boston.

An additional challenge for the design team was to ensure that the kitchen would withstand the harsh Chicago elements; the countertop was done in honed granite and the cabinetry is marine-grade teak. To bring the modern design into harmony with the natural surroundings, a neutral palette was selected to complement the aesthetic inside the home without detracting from the lush green of the outdoor space.

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Inspiration for a contemporary deck in Perth.

Sustainable home design by H2D Architects. Featured on the Northwest Eco Building Guild Tour, this sustainably-built modern four bedroom home features decks on all levels, seamlessly extending the living space to the outdoors. The green roof adds visual interest, while increasing the insulating value, and help achieve the site’s storm water retention requirements. Sean Balko Photography

This is an example of a contemporary patio in Dallas with decking.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary side yard patio in San Francisco with decking and a pergola.

This picture shows the fire lounge seating area and artificial turf area for family games. Photography: Brett Hilton
Large contemporary backyard patio in San Diego with gravel and no cover.