Expansive transitional backyard full sun outdoor sport court in San Diego with with outdoor playset and concrete pavers for summer.

A Backyard Resort with a freeform saltwater pool as the focal point, a spa provides a spot to relax. A large raised waterfall spills into the pool, appearing to flow from the koi pond above. We extended a streambed to flow from behind the outdoor kitchen, all the way to the patio, to spill into the koi pond. A Sports Court at one end of the yard with putting greens meander throughout the landscape and the water features. A curved outdoor kitchen with a large Viking grill with a warming drawer to the sink and outdoor refrigeration. A Pavilion with large roof and columns unite the landscape with the home while creating an outdoor living room with a stone fireplace along the back wall, while still allowing views of the yard beyond.

Expansive modern side yard full sun outdoor sport court in San Diego with concrete pavers for summer.

Design ideas for an expansive traditional backyard full sun outdoor sport court in Chicago with natural stone pavers.

Full Grounds arbors to quest house and driveways. The team and I really enjoyed the project in Chappaqua, New York.
Expansive country side yard shaded outdoor sport court in New York with natural stone pavers for summer.

Inspiration for an expansive traditional backyard shaded outdoor sport court in Louisville with gravel.

stone path on side of house into woods.
Inspiration for an expansive country outdoor sport court in New York.

Before and after the construction of the backyard. Amos replaced children playground with Pro Dunk Platinum Basketball System in his backyard in Highlands Ranch, Colorado in 2011. This system is built for his family and friends to play some basketball for fun. The court area is 46' x 23'. This is a Pro Dunk Platinum Basketball System that was purchased in August of 2011. It was installed on a 46 ft wide by a 23 ft deep playing area in Highlands Ranch, CO. Browse all of Amos S's photos navigate to: http://www.produnkhoops.com/photos/albums/amos-46x23-pro-dunk-platinum-basketball-system-308/

This is an example of an expansive traditional sloped full sun outdoor sport court for spring in San Francisco with a retaining wall and gravel.

This landscape includes a lot of opportunity for fun and play. It was important that we incorporate a spacious lawn area, play set, and trampoline into this outdoor space.

What is better than an in-ground trampoline? Two in-ground trampolines. This family-friendly area of the yard brings fun to any night.
This is an example of an expansive contemporary backyard outdoor sport court in Salt Lake City.

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Design ideas for an expansive transitional outdoor sport court in Austin.

The balance of the yard is so important when designing any yard. Each environment plays an important part in the usage of your entertainment areas and how you view the rest of the yard. Each Creative Environment has a special touch to add to this client's lifestyle. Peter Koenig put in plan view, Michael Tebb Landscape made it work in reality and Creative Environments add their touch with the water features. Photography by Alex Johnson

Photo of an expansive traditional backyard partial sun outdoor sport court for fall in Phoenix.

Arbor and Bench Swings with vines trained on the structure. Projects are located adjacent to each other in Greenville, SC
Photo of an expansive traditional backyard shaded outdoor sport court in Louisville with gravel.

For a family who believes fitness is not only an essential part of life but also a fun opportunity for the whole family to connect, build and achieve greatness together there is nothing better than a custom designed obstacle course right in your back yard. THEME The theme of this half mile trail through the woods is evident in the fun, creative and all-inclusive obstacles hidden in the natural flow of the land around this amazing family home. The course was created with adults and children, advanced and beginner athletes, competitive and entertaining events all accounted for. Each of the 13 obstacles was designed to be challenging no matter the size, skill or ability of the athlete lucky enough to run the course. FOCUS The focus for this family was to create an outdoor adventure that could be an athletic, social and personal outlet for their entire family while maintaining the natural beauty of the landscape and without altering the sweeping views from the home. The large scale of the challenging obstacles is camouflaged within the landscape using the rolling hills and mature trees as a natural curtain in every season. The beauty of the course does not diminish the functional and demanding nature of the obstacles which are designed to focus on multiple strength, agility, and cardio fitness abilities and intensities. STORAGE The start of the trail includes a raised training area offering a dedicated space clear from the ground to place bags, mats and other equipment used during the run. A small all-terrain storage cart was provided for use with 6 yoga mats, 3 medicine balls of various weights, rings, sprinting cones, and a large digital timer to record laps. GROWTH The course was designed to provide an athletic and fun challenge for children, teens and adults no matter their experience or athletic prowess. This course offers competitive athletes a challenge and budding athletes an opportunity to experience and ignite their passion for physical activity. Initially the concept for the course was focused on the youngest of the family however as the design grew so did the obstacles and now it is a true family experience that will meet their adapting needs for years. Each obstacle is paired with an instructional sign directing the runners in proper use of the obstacle, adaptations for skill levels and tips on form. These signs are all customized for this course and are printed on metal to ensure they last for many years. SAFETY Safety is crucial for all physical activity and an obstacle course of this scale presents unique safety concerns. Children should always be supervised when participating in an adventure on the course however additional care was paid to details on the course to ensure everyone has a great time. All of the course obstacles have been created with pressure treated lumber that will withstand the seasonal poundings. All footer pilings that support obstacles have been placed into the ground between 3 to 4 feet (.9 to 1.2 meters) and each piling has 2 to 3 bags of concrete (totaling over 90 bags used throughout the course) ensuring stability of the structure and safety of the participants. Additionally, all obstacle lumber has been given rounded corners and sanded down offering less splintering and more time for everyone to enjoy the course. This athletic and charismatic family strives to incorporate a healthy active lifestyle into their daily life and this obstacle course offers their family an opportunity to strengthen themselves and host some memorable and active events at their amazing home.

photo by Jim Pyle
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean courtyard partial sun outdoor sport court for spring in Sacramento with natural stone pavers.

PowerGame modular surface, (2) Collegiate adjustable basketball systems, rebounders, lights, fencing
Design ideas for an expansive traditional backyard partial sun outdoor sport court for summer in DC Metro with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Located in Buloba on the outskirts of Uganda's capital city - Kampala overlooking Buloba Town, this elegant country home was designed with comfort & serenity in mind. Spanning a gross acreage of about half an acre, the house boasts more than adequate bedroom space, children's play area, marble & tile floors, wide-open Y stairs, a family cinema hall, a swimming pool, a pool house, and other artistic features. The exterior was meticulously rendered in Cinema 4D to pull off this unique contemporary design.