Outdoor Photos

Already partially enclosed by an ipe fence and concrete wall, our client had a vision of an outdoor courtyard for entertaining on warm summer evenings since the space would be shaded by the house in the afternoon. He imagined the space with a water feature, lighting and paving surrounded by plants. With our marching orders in place, we drew up a schematic plan quickly and met to review two options for the space. These options quickly coalesced and combined into a single vision for the space. A thick, 60” tall concrete wall would enclose the opening to the street – creating privacy and security, and making a bold statement. We knew the gate had to be interesting enough to stand up to the large concrete walls on either side, so we designed and had custom fabricated by Dennis Schleder (www.dennisschleder.com) a beautiful, visually dynamic metal gate. Other touches include drought tolerant planting, bluestone paving with pebble accents, crushed granite paving, LED accent lighting, and outdoor furniture. Both existing trees were retained and are thriving with their new soil. Photography by: http://www.coreenschmidt.com/

California native meadow grass drought tolerant landscaping
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard full sun xeriscape for spring in Los Angeles with mulch.

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Dominic Masiello
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular lap pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Creative Noodle
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Orange County with a water slide.

‘Oh What A Ceiling!’ ingeniously transformed a tired mid-century brick veneer house into a suburban oasis for a multigenerational family. Our clients, Gabby and Peter, came to us with a desire to reimagine their ageing home such that it could better cater to their modern lifestyles, accommodate those of their adult children and grandchildren, and provide a more intimate and meaningful connection with their garden. The renovation would reinvigorate their home and allow them to re-engage with their passions for cooking and sewing, and explore their skills in the garden and workshop.

Screened in porch. Looking at the backyard
This is an example of a large midcentury backyard screened-in verandah in DC Metro with decking and a roof extension.

After working with this client on their home a few years ago, we were given the opportunity to create a landscape design for one of their multi-family properties. The goal was to create a landscape that not only enhances the property and fits the style of the building, but is also as cost effective and low maintenance as possible. We achieved this by keeping a limited plant palette, utilizing gravel and artificial turf, and exploring various options for hardscape and screening to achieve the desired look without blowing the budget. This was a "design only" project. Installation was coordinated by the homeowner and completed by others. Photos by East Coast Virtual Tours

Mid-century style outdoor-indoor open floor plan space decorated with rustic modern reclaimed wood furniture, emerald green painted wall, dark gray ceiling, polished porcelain floor and bronze large size pendant light fixtures. Mix of contemporary, modern, and mid-century styles make this WeHo residents unique and one of a kind.

A beautiful patio conversion with an exterior kitchen. We removed the walls of the original closed-in patio to create an open space.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a roof extension.

Designer: Allen Construction General Contractor: Allen Construction Photographer: Jim Bartsch Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury garden in Los Angeles.

Scott Basile
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular pool in San Diego.

a private gathering area and fire pit incorporates horizontal cedar alongside black brick and wide vertical siding
This is an example of a small midcentury courtyard patio in Orange County with a fire feature, concrete slab and no cover.

On this project, the client was looking to build a backyard parking pad to ease frustration over the endless search for city-parking spaces. Our team built an eclectic red brick 1.5 car garage with a rooftop deck featuring custom IPE deck tiles and a metal railing. Whether hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cup of coffee every morning, a rooftop deck is a necessity for city living.

Architectural slabs merge the old and new and provide visual interest. 2020
This is an example of a small midcentury side yard patio in Seattle with concrete slab.

This beautiful fire bowl lands on a bluestone plinth set into an ipe deck
Photo of a large midcentury backyard and ground level deck in Boston with a fire feature.

Design ideas for a small midcentury backyard patio in Orange County with concrete slab and a roof extension.

This is an example of a large midcentury patio in San Francisco.

A cedar garden pergola draws visitors through this backyard space, with fitted A-split basalt curbstone raised planters and steps. Photography by: Joe Hollowell