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Dale Jones-Evans Pty Ltd Architecture
Photography by John Gollings
Industrial living room in Sydney with brown walls.
Industrial living room in Sydney with brown walls.
SPACEstudio
David Taylor
Large contemporary open concept living room in Sydney with beige walls, travertine floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
Large contemporary open concept living room in Sydney with beige walls, travertine floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.
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Project Entry: Residence on Fairfax
Category: Residential $60,000 & Over
Award Level: Bronze
Project Description:
Our clients, Lisa and Mark, approached us to design and install an outdoor living area at their residence. Their criteria were simple: they wished to install a pool and a partially shaded entertaining area, while eliminating the blacktopped parking area behind their residence. They emphasized the importance of preserving the view of the surrounding countryside from their second story windows and deck. They wished the project to be a good value - modest in cost, and not extravagant
Lisa has an appreciation for gardening and wanted to care for her landscape on her own, but has limited time. The only request of Mark was a simple cooking area with both a charcoal and a gas grill, and a preparation counter. We suggested a few additional objectives: to create a secure yet dramatic and inviting entrance to the new living area, and to introduce the client to the benefits of creative landscape lighting.
A challenge on this property, as on most projects, was to manage the additional stormwater resulting from the impervious paved areas as well as an addition to the home. Wherever possible, the new paving was sloped towards planting areas or lawn areas for natural infiltration. Where necessary, the paving was gently sloped to several floor drains. These drains, along with downspouts, were plumbed to a properly sized infiltration pit. Existing grades were carefully considered and modified as necessary. Another challenge was working around existing sanitary sewer lines, and leaving existing cleanouts accessible yet disguised within the planting areas.
The project was designed around an existing water well, which had been abandoned years prior when the residence was connected to public water service. We recommended reactivating the well for landscape use This source was used to supply an outdoor hydrant and a drip irrigation system, which we designed and placed throughout the plantings.
While the material choices for the segmental retaining wall and paving were conservative, we used design tricks to add interest. An area rug was created in the pergola area by utilizing a man-made flagstone material with a paver border. Columns with lanterns enhance the retaining wall. The client desired to not see plastic coping or concrete around the pool. We recommended a bullnose paver pool coping. This was installed by one of our own hardscaping crews, using colored mortar. Challenging curves and corners called for precise cuts in the coping and in the paving.
A special feature of the new entrance is the gate, which we designed from stock components and had built at a local shop. Dogwood castings and a plasma-cut steel wildlife scene acknowledge Lisa and Mark's love of gardening and wildlife. All other components are aluminum (with recycled content), and the finished product was powder coated for durability. The flying birds were added to the wildlife scene in the shop to satisfy zoning requirements for maximum opening size. Repetition of the block columns and lanterns completes a very secure yet inviting entrance.
Aluminum picket fencing was used in visible areas and to complement the gate. The rear and sides of the property received black wire mesh on the existing split rail fence, which was economical and satisfies security needs while blending into the rural surroundings.
We designed a landscape planting that would result in color throughout the seasons and create a sense of enclosure without detracting from the desirable views. A large maple was relocated to another location on the property, and a pin oak was protected and preserved. The garden areas adjacent to the pool paving received weed control fabric and gravel, which keeps maintenance low and keeps the paving clean. Lisa has had to do very little pruning, weeding, or watering, and spends most of her gardening effort in planting colorful container gardens. Our clients greatly appreciate the birds and butterflies that have been attracted to the property.
During the initial installation, footers for a future shade structure were precisely installed, inspected, and paved over. A custom-manufactured PVC pergola with retractable canopies and roll-down blinds was placed the following season.
We recommended and installed a variety of landscape lighting, including lanterns on the columns and on the house (installed by others), and low voltage pathway lights. Low voltage rope lighting concealed in the rafters of the pergola produces a warm glow.
We are proud of achieving all of the client's goals as well as several goals that we introduced to them_ We have received many compliments, and have worked with Mark and Lisa on several additional projects.
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Bruce Hemming Photography
Photo of a traditional master bathroom in Sussex with a freestanding tub and grey walls.
Photo of a traditional master bathroom in Sussex with a freestanding tub and grey walls.
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Photographer: Tom Crane
Inspiration for a large traditional formal open concept living room in Philadelphia with dark hardwood floors, beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.
Inspiration for a large traditional formal open concept living room in Philadelphia with dark hardwood floors, beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.
Kia Designs
Large contemporary kitchen/dining combo in London with light hardwood floors, white walls and beige floor.
Design ideas for a small contemporary family room in Melbourne with a library, white walls and carpet.
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A masterpiece of light and design, this gorgeous Beverly Hills contemporary is filled with incredible moments, offering the perfect balance of intimate corners and open spaces.
A large driveway with space for ten cars is complete with a contemporary fountain wall that beckons guests inside. An amazing pivot door opens to an airy foyer and light-filled corridor with sliding walls of glass and high ceilings enhancing the space and scale of every room. An elegant study features a tranquil outdoor garden and faces an open living area with fireplace. A formal dining room spills into the incredible gourmet Italian kitchen with butler’s pantry—complete with Miele appliances, eat-in island and Carrara marble countertops—and an additional open living area is roomy and bright. Two well-appointed powder rooms on either end of the main floor offer luxury and convenience.
Surrounded by large windows and skylights, the stairway to the second floor overlooks incredible views of the home and its natural surroundings. A gallery space awaits an owner’s art collection at the top of the landing and an elevator, accessible from every floor in the home, opens just outside the master suite. Three en-suite guest rooms are spacious and bright, all featuring walk-in closets, gorgeous bathrooms and balconies that open to exquisite canyon views. A striking master suite features a sitting area, fireplace, stunning walk-in closet with cedar wood shelving, and marble bathroom with stand-alone tub. A spacious balcony extends the entire length of the room and floor-to-ceiling windows create a feeling of openness and connection to nature.
A large grassy area accessible from the second level is ideal for relaxing and entertaining with family and friends, and features a fire pit with ample lounge seating and tall hedges for privacy and seclusion. Downstairs, an infinity pool with deck and canyon views feels like a natural extension of the home, seamlessly integrated with the indoor living areas through sliding pocket doors.
Amenities and features including a glassed-in wine room and tasting area, additional en-suite bedroom ideal for staff quarters, designer fixtures and appliances and ample parking complete this superb hillside retreat.
Sarah Natsumi Moore
Photo: Sarah Natsumi Moore © 2014 Houzz
Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Austin.
Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Austin.
Banda Property
Banda Property
This is an example of a contemporary living room in London with white walls and a standard fireplace.
This is an example of a contemporary living room in London with white walls and a standard fireplace.
LAURA LAKIN DESIGN
Ed Henderson
This is an example of a traditional formal open concept living room in London with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and grey walls.
This is an example of a traditional formal open concept living room in London with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and grey walls.
Sisson Dupont & Carder
Living area in rustic round log home
Photos by Roger Wade
Styling by Debra Grahl
Design ideas for a country living room in Atlanta with a concealed tv.
Design ideas for a country living room in Atlanta with a concealed tv.
Jarlath Mellett
Photography by Tria Giovan
This is an example of a contemporary open plan dining in New York.
This is an example of a contemporary open plan dining in New York.
Carlos Delgado Architect
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with beige walls and concrete floors.
My House Design/Build/Team
glass covered outdoor living with built in speakers, heating, fireplace, bbq, dining area and lighting. Perfect for year round use. Looking into back yard
Kimberley Bryan
Photo Credit: Kimberley Bryan © 2013 Houzz
Design ideas for a midcentury formal living room in Seattle with white walls and no tv.
Design ideas for a midcentury formal living room in Seattle with white walls and no tv.
Living Area - Photos & Ideas | Houzz
FORMA Construction
MATERIALS/FLOOR: Walnut floor /WALL: Smooth ceiling /LIGHTS: Lucifer Can lights/ CEILING: smooth ceiling /TRIM: Window casing, base board, and crown molding/ COOL FEATURES: Sky lights on ceiling can be retracted completely bring a new aspect to the room/ DOORS: Front and back doors open up to creative bigger space./
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