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Privates Wohnhaus mit Weitblick

FALKO WÜBBECKE | FOTODESIGN

Extension et aménagements paysagers à côté de Toulouse

Atelier Scénario Architectes

Atelier Scenario

Terrasse bois, tour de piscine.

Hestia côté bois

hestia coté bois

*AS SEEN ON "DECKED OUT"* - Contemporary Deck

DesignerStone® Panels

Real Estate

Detroitangle

Jardin Ceyreste

Atelier Locus-Sites Paysages

Nicolas Prieur, Philippe Verignon et Verda

Amazing Pools

Susan Jablon

Creative way to jazz up your pool area with Mosaic glass tiles!

Retractable Pergola

Nomadic Tents (K) Ltd

Silver Pergola with spot lighting on a patio within a contemporary residence

Houston kitchen, living room, patio remodel with Restoration Hardware products

InnovationLand

This Houston kitchen remodel turned an outdated bachelor pad into a contemporary dream fit for newlyweds. The client wanted a contemporary, somewhat commercial look, but also something homey with a comfy, family feel. And they couldn't go too contemporary, since the style of the home is so traditional. The clean, contemporary, white-black-and-grey color scheme is just the beginning of this transformation from the previous kitchen, The revamped 20-by-15-foot kitchen and adjoining dining area also features new stainless steel appliances by Maytag, lighting and furnishings by Restoration Hardware and countertops in white Carrara marble and Absolute Black honed granite. The paneled oak cabinets are now painted a crisp, bright white and finished off with polished nickel pulls. The center island is now a cool grey a few shades darker than the warm grey on the walls. On top of the grey on the new sheetrock, previously covered in a camel-colored textured paint, is Sherwin Williams' Faux Impressions sparkly "Striae Quartz Stone." Ho-hum 12-inch ceramic floor tiles with a western motif border have been replaced with grey tile "planks" resembling distressed wood. An oak-paneled flush-mount light fixture has given way to recessed lights and barn pendant lamps in oil rubbed bronze from Restoration Hardware. And the section housing clunky upper and lower banks of cabinets between the kitchen an dining area now has a sleek counter-turned-table with custom-milled legs. At first, the client wanted to open up that section altogether, but then realized they needed more counter space. The table - a continuation of the granite countertop - was the perfect solution. Plus, it offered space for extra seating. The black, high-back and low-back bar stools are also from Restoration Hardware - as is the new round chandelier and the dining table over which it hangs. Outdoor Homescapes of Houston also took out a wall between the kitchen and living room and remodeled the adjoining living room as well. A decorative cedar beam stained Minwax Jacobean now spans the ceiling where the wall once stood. The oak paneling and stairway railings in the living room, meanwhile, also got a coat of white paint and new window treatments and light fixtures from Restoration Hardware. Staining the top handrailing with the same Jacobean dark stain, however, boosted the new contemporary look even more. The outdoor living space also got a revamp, with a new patio ceiling also stained Jacobean and new outdoor furniture and outdoor area rug from Restoration Hardware. The furniture is from the Klismos collection, in weathered zinc, with Sunbrella fabric in the color "Smoke."

Pool Waterfall with Gobi Format Natural Stone Panels

STONETEK

Product showed: Gobi Format Our Natural Stones Collection details a gorgeous accent wall next to the staircase. These panels are constructed in an interlocking-shaped form for a beautiful installation free of jarring seam lines and without grouting needed. The natural finish is apparent in its robust surface and makes it a great choice for most applications. Natural Stone panels give a great strength character to any area, as well as the tranquility of nature. They can be used indoors or outdoors, commercial or residential, for just details of great extensions as facades, feature walls, pool surroundings, waterfalls, courtyards, etc.

Pool House by 42mm Archtecture (3d study)

Padovani ArchViz Studio

project 42mm Archtecture

Villa C

AAAG - Atelier d'architecture Abdelhakim Guilmi

AAAG

Terrasse bois, tour de piscine.

Hestia côté bois

hestia coté bois

dallage d'une piscine

www.tiana-jardins.fr

Swallow Court, Patterson Lakes

User

Roman Blend Walnut Collection

Stone-Mart

Roman Blend Travertine Pavers

Lutherville Bathroom

Valor Home

This angle of the bathroom gives us a good look at the ceramic tile floor and the elegant tub surround.

Antioch

Bolden Home Improvements

Vacant Home Staging

GYST* Solutions *Get Your Stuff Together

Staging a vacant home or “Use Your Imagination Here”. To stage or not to stage a vacant home is the financial question. It is certainly less expensive to put a vacant home on the market but then what. We have seconds for the online photos to make an impression. Will those photos show an inviting, livable space or an empty space that should have the caption “Use Your Imagination Here”. A staged home shows clearly the scale and function of the space with the added bonus of being PRETTY! Without staging the scale of the vacant space is open to interpretation and that is not always a good plan. According to RESA (Real Estate Stagers Association) investing a bit in staging will sell the house faster and for more money. So, contact me at GYST.hsc@gmail.com GYST* Solutions *Get Your Stuff Together See More Solutions at www.GYST.solutions GYST.hsc@gmail.com

Contemporary Pool Design Ideas

Swimming pools are heavenly during hot Australian and New Zealand summers and are the perfect way to cool down, relax, entertain friends and even get fit. A contemporary pool can also create visual interest, especially when you consider features like coloured pool tiles, lighting and landscaping. If you are short on space, you might still fit a lap pool, plunge pool or swim spa, all of which could be focal points in your small garden. As you plan your contemporary pool design, map out your space and determine what size, shape and style works best for you. Browse the photos on Houzz for design ideas for above ground pools, inground pools, as well as pool landscaping and novelty features like pool slides or water features. Then, save your favourite photos to an ideabook, and get in touch with the experts behind your favourite picks.

What type of pool should I install?

The dimensions of your contemporary backyard will determine the type of inground pools you can install. Take into account boundary restrictions and pool fencing compliance. Fibreglass versions are cheaper, and quicker to install; whereas concrete constructions are better suited to tricky sites and give you more freedom in design. If you’re on a tight budget or don’t want to commit to an inground pool, above ground pools are a more affordable alternative. If you only have a small backyard, a plunge pool is a great solution, and can easily run along a boundary wall or down the side of a house. This option is also low maintenance, can be heated for use in winter, and can do double duty as a swim spa. A long, narrow space, on the other hand, could fit a lap pool, whereas a water feature could fill an awkward space. If your backyard features a stunning vista, consider an infinity pool to accentuate the view.

What pool fencing options are available?

While the specifics vary from state to state, fencing is required of most pool designs. However, pool fencing doesn’t have to obscure your contemporary pool design. Glass fencing is increasingly popular for this reason exactly, and is available framed, frameless, semi-frameless and even in-ground. A cheaper alternative is aluminium or steel fencing, which, again, are available in a variety of styles: flat top, loop-top, double-top and wire-based.

What pool landscaping features should I consider?

To get the most out of your contemporary pool, design an area that offers multiple hangouts. Include a nearby barbecue, dining area, seating for lounging and outdoor shower. Having shaded areas will give you more reason to stay poolside longer, too. Timber decking and stone paving are popular choices for pool surrounds, and are also helpful in creating zones. Just imagine a raised timber platform with a daybed – a luxurious, resort-style addition to any pool design. Leafy trees and rocks will create a more natural-looking oasis, and will help provide more privacy for swimmers. Where you want your landscape to be the main focus, keep pool equipment and furnishings to a minimum.