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Modern European Cottage
Modern European Cottage
yardscapes Inc.yardscapes Inc.
I was initially contacted by the builder and architect working on this Modern European Cottage to review the property and home design before construction began. Once the clients and I had the opportunity to meet and discuss what their visions were for the property, I started working on their wish list of items, which included a custom concrete pool, concrete spa, patios/walkways, custom fencing, and wood structures. One of the largest challenges was that this property had a 30% (or less) hardcover surface requirement for the city location. With the lot size and square footage of the home I had limits to how much hardcover we could add to property. So, I had to get creative. We presented to the city the usage of the Live Green Roof plantings that would reduce the hardcover calculations for the site. Also, if we kept space between the Laurel Sandstones walkways, using them as steppers and planting groundcover or lawn between the stones that would also reduce the hard surface calculations. We continued that theme with the back patio as well. The client’s esthetic leaned towards the minimal style, so by adding greenery between stones work esthetically. I chose the Laurel Tumbled Sandstone for the charm and character and thought it would lend well to the old world feel of this Modern European Cottage. We installed it on all the stone walkways, steppers, and patios around the home and pool. I had several meetings with the client to discuss/review perennials, shrubs, and tree selections. Plant color and texture of the planting material were equally important to the clients when choosing. We grouped the plantings together and did not over-mix varieties of plants. Ultimately, we chose a variety of styles from natural groups of plantings to a touch of formal style, which all work cohesively together. The custom fence design and installation was designed to create a cottage “country” feel. They gave us inspiration of a country style fence that you may find on a farm to keep the animals inside. We took those photos and ideas and elevated the design. We used a combination of cedar wood and sandwich the galvanized mesh between it. The fence also creates a space for the clients two dogs to roam freely around their property. We installed sod on the inside of the fence to the home and seeded the remaining areas with a Low Gro Fescue grass seed with a straw blanket for protection. The minimal European style custom concrete pool was designed to be lined up in view from the porch and inside the home. The client requested the lawn around the edge of the pool, which helped reduce the hardcover calculations. The concrete spa is open year around. Benches are on all four sides of the spa to create enough seating for the whole family to use at the same time. Mortared field stone on the exterior of the spa mimics the stone on the exterior of the home. The spa equipment is installed in the lower level of the home to protect it from the cold winter weather. Between the garage and the home’s entry is a pea rock sitting area and is viewed from several windows. I wanted it to be a quiet escape from the rest of the house with the minimal design. The Skyline Locust tree planted in the center of the space creates a canopy and softens the side of garage wall from the window views. The client will be installing a small water feature along the garage for serene noise ambience. The client had very thoughtful design ideas styles, and our collaborations all came together and worked well to create the landscape design/installation. The result was everything they had dreamed of and more for their Modern European Cottage home and property.
Lean On Me House
Lean On Me House
North Arrow StudioNorth Arrow Studio
Pool courtyard featuring cantilevered sky frames to extend the living spaces.
Photo of a modern backyard rectangular pool in Austin with decomposed granite.
Elizabeth Street, Key West
Elizabeth Street, Key West
Kanga ConstructionKanga Construction
This is an example of a tropical pool in Miami.
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Creekside
Creekside
Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.
Contractor: Dovetail Renovation Interiors: Martha Dayton Design Landscape: Keenan & Sveiven Photography: Spacecrafting
Photo of a traditional backyard pool in Minneapolis with a pool house.
Lakeside Estate
Lakeside Estate
HINISH Design CollectiveHINISH Design Collective
Inspiration for a pool in Los Angeles.
Techo-Bloc Pool Patio, Deer Park, NY 11729
Techo-Bloc Pool Patio, Deer Park, NY 11729
Stone Creations of Long Island Pavers & MasonryStone Creations of Long Island Pavers & Masonry
Pool Patio using Techo-Bloc Para smooth HD. Features included waterfalls with Firebowls and a firepit seating area - Deer Park, NY 11729 - (631) 678-6896 - #poolpatios #longisland #techobloc
Encino Hill Contemporary Home
Encino Hill Contemporary Home
Racing GreenRacing Green
Design ideas for a contemporary pool in Los Angeles.
Palm Springs Oasis
Palm Springs Oasis
Zeterre Landscape ArchitectureZeterre Landscape Architecture
Inspiration for a midcentury pool in Other.
California Modern
California Modern
MBB Design StudioMBB Design Studio
Design ideas for a contemporary pool in Los Angeles.
1221 Mohawk
1221 Mohawk
3rd Street Custom Homes3rd Street Custom Homes
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular natural pool in Dallas with a hot tub and concrete pavers.
Urban Oasis Backyard
Urban Oasis Backyard
Kelley Design GroupKelley Design Group
Black and white home exterior with a plunge pool in the backyard.
Photo of a country backyard rectangular pool in Austin with concrete pavers.
West Lake
West Lake
The Sitting RoomThe Sitting Room
Inspiration for a transitional pool in Minneapolis.
Florida Residential Pool
Florida Residential Pool
Archatrak Inc.Archatrak Inc.
What a place to make a splash with 'Monochrome Bone' 24" x 24" and 12" x 24" porcelain pavers by Archatrak.
Design ideas for a mediterranean backyard rectangular pool in DC Metro with with a pool and decking.
Heathside Pool
Heathside Pool
Surman WestonSurman Weston
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Surrey.
Backyard & Barn
Backyard & Barn
Forte Building Group, LLCForte Building Group, LLC
This is an example of a large country backyard custom-shaped pool in Nashville with natural stone pavers.
Contemporary Garden w/ Bird's Eye View
Contemporary Garden w/ Bird's Eye View
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
This spa features an infinity edge, black porcelain tile, and view. Other surrounding features consist of raised hardwood decks, cantilevered umbrella, BBQ island, fire pit, covered patio, and drought tolerant landscaping.
Arlington Heights, IL Rectilinear Swimming Pool with Interior Hot Tub
Arlington Heights, IL Rectilinear Swimming Pool with Interior Hot Tub
Platinum PoolcarePlatinum Poolcare
Request Free Quote This rectilinear pool in Arlington Heights, IL measures 20 '0 `` x 40’0”, with depths of 3’6” to 7' 6". There is a 5’0” x 11' 0” sun shelf in the shallow area that is adorned with two LED colored bubbler jets, as well as 2 LED colored Laminar flow water jets at the opposite end. There is a 20’0” bench that runs along the house side of the pool. The hot tub situated inside the pool measures 7’0” x 8’0” and features 8 hydrotherapy jets and an LED colored light. Both the hot tub and pool are covered by an automatic hydraulic pool cover with a custom stone walk-on lid system. The coping and decking are Valders Limestone. There are glass tile insets on all of the steps, benches, sun shelf, and the vertical spa walls. The hot tub as well as the top of the cover box wall are capped by Valders limestone pieces. The project also features volleyball and basketball games. Photography by e3.

Pool Design Ideas

Sublime Sanctuary - Pool
Sublime Sanctuary - Pool
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
Water flows over the edge of a sleek, glass-tiled pool at this hillside home in north Scottsdale. The temperature-controlled pool makes it ideal for year-round fun. Project Details // Sublime Sanctuary Upper Canyon, Silverleaf Golf Club Scottsdale, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: American First Builders Interior Designer: Michele Lundstedt Landscape architecture: Greey | Pickett Photography: Werner Segarra https://www.drewettworks.com/sublime-sanctuary/
Forrest Ridge
Forrest Ridge
Stuart OsmanStuart Osman
Design ideas for a country pool in Gold Coast - Tweed.
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