Twin three bedroom houses with butterfly roofs that present a strong facade to the busy street. Layers of fencing and screening give privacy to courtyard gardens.

Loft en couleur

Arnaud Rinuccini - Photographe Architecture

Arnaud Rinuccini Photographe

石の家（雑草の庭）ファイヤーフレイス

株式会社　木村グリーンガーデナー

庭の裏側には焚火を楽しむ場所ファイヤーフレイスも作りました。ここで炎を眺めながら飲むお酒は最高だそうです。

Azalea - The New American Home 2012

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Azalea is The 2012 New American Home as commissioned by the National Association of Home Builders and was featured and shown at the International Builders Show and in Florida Design Magazine, Volume 22; No. 4; Issue 24-12. With 4,335 square foot of air conditioned space and a total under roof square footage of 5,643 this home has four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and two half bathrooms. It was designed and constructed to achieve the highest level of “green” certification while still including sophisticated technology such as retractable window shades, motorized glass doors and a high-tech surveillance system operable just by the touch of an iPad or iPhone. This showcase residence has been deemed an “urban-suburban” home and happily dwells among single family homes and condominiums. The two story home brings together the indoors and outdoors in a seamless blend with motorized doors opening from interior space to the outdoor space. Two separate second floor lounge terraces also flow seamlessly from the inside. The front door opens to an interior lanai, pool, and deck while floor-to-ceiling glass walls reveal the indoor living space. An interior art gallery wall is an entertaining masterpiece and is completed by a wet bar at one end with a separate powder room. The open kitchen welcomes guests to gather and when the floor to ceiling retractable glass doors are open the great room and lanai flow together as one cohesive space. A summer kitchen takes the hospitality poolside. Awards: 2012 Golden Aurora Award – “Best of Show”, Southeast Building Conference – Grand Aurora Award – “Best of State” – Florida – Grand Aurora Award – Custom Home, One-of-a-Kind $2,000,001 – $3,000,000 – Grand Aurora Award – Green Construction Demonstration Model – Grand Aurora Award – Best Energy Efficient Home – Grand Aurora Award – Best Solar Energy Efficient House – Grand Aurora Award – Best Natural Gas Single Family Home – Aurora Award, Green Construction – New Construction over $2,000,001 – Aurora Award – Best Water-Wise Home – Aurora Award – Interior Detailing over $2,000,001 2012 Parade of Homes – “Grand Award Winner”, HBA of Metro Orlando – First Place – Custom Home 2012 Major Achievement Award, HBA of Metro Orlando – Best Interior Design 2012 Orlando Home & Leisure’s: – Outdoor Living Space of the Year – Specialty Room of the Year 2012 Gold Nugget Awards, Pacific Coast Builders Conference – Grand Award, Indoor/Outdoor Space – Merit Award, Best Custom Home 3,000 – 5,000 sq. ft. 2012 Design Excellence Awards, Residential Design & Build magazine – Best Custom Home 4,000 – 4,999 sq ft – Best Green Home – Best Outdoor Living – Best Specialty Room – Best Use of Technology 2012 Residential Coverings Award, Coverings Show 2012 AIA Orlando Design Awards – Residential Design, Award of Merit – Sustainable Design, Award of Merit 2012 American Residential Design Awards, AIBD – First Place – Custom Luxury Homes, 4,001 – 5,000 sq ft – Second Place – Green Design

Exterior Spaces

Tandem Architecture & Construction

Landscape Architect: Hoerr Schaudt

Sea Wolf Winery - Iron Wood Deck

DeWitte Construction

Iron Wood Deck for Sea Wolf Winery

Venice Beach House

JENNIFER GIERSBROOK INTERIOR DESIGN

Currumbin Beachfront Residence

Habitat Studio Architects

Sophisticated Modern Home | Courtyard and Great Room

James Witt Homes

Photography by Bernard Andre

Seaside patio garden

Anita Sullivan Gardens

Low maintenance planting in raised beds, gravel on top. In three months the verbena and fennel will reach the top of the fence.

Model Studio

Architecture Factory

Bespoke timber and steel seating is integrated into the planter box design. Steel and recycled timber create a unique industrial style.

Camperdown courtyard - indoor/outdoor living

Quercus Gardens

Ashleigh Lane

Springboro Modern

Springhouse Architects, LLC

Looking into the courtyard from the basement family room space. - Biel Photography

Residential building | Design*21 | California

Leicht Küchen AG

LEICHT Küchen: http://www.leicht.de/en/references/abroad/project-california-usa/ Design*21: http://www.godesign21.com/

帰った瞬間に解放感に包まれる光庭のある家

N'style(株)猿渡工務店

Rooftop patio

Kalaa Chakra Interiors

Anastasia Alkema Photography

Due to the narrow depth of the design this enables the owners to also capture the view through the house when entertaining in the sheltered western courtyard. This is further enhanced by extensive glazing on both sides of the living pod and walkway to master bedroom pod. This glazing to the rear courtyard opens up to allow the afternoon sun to reach the living areas and also the covered east facing outdoor room that has an expansive view of the ocean.

枚方の家 6

設計工房Ｉ

外部から見えにくくなっているので、家族でゆっくりとくつろげるスペース。BBQなども可能

Contemporary Ranch

Studio3 Design, Inc.

Kelly Vorves and Diana Barbetti

Courtyard Patio Design Ideas with Decking

A patio is a paved outdoor area that adjoins a house, and is a popular addition to Australian and New Zealand homes. Not only is it yet another place to enjoy the great outdoors, but it can also save you time and money on landscaping. Often seen as an extension of the indoor living space, patios and courtyards can serve multiple functions. If you add outdoor furniture such as lounge chairs and a sofa, a barbecue or outdoor kitchen and a dining table and chairs, you can use them for entertaining, cooking, dining, and relaxing. Browse the Photos on Houzz for courtyard and patio designs to see how you can best utilise your existing outdoor area.

What materials should I use to construct my patio?

Stone pavers and bricks are the most common surface materials used for patios, while concrete, tiles and gravel are also popular. Stone paving is usually at the top end of the price bracket, but is highly durable and the most natural-looking of the surface materials available. Brick patios, on the other hand, are relatively easy to lay, and provide a warm, rich colour that can complement traditional homes. Concrete patios are one of the least expensive to build and are also very durable, while gravel is quick and easy to install. You will also need to decide whether you want your patio covered or left uncovered. You can add roofing if you plan on using the space regularly, or opt for a pergola, trellis or umbrella for shade instead. Patio enclosures, usually made from glass or mesh screens, can also transform your space into an outdoor room.

What outdoor patio furniture and decor should I include?

A patio can be so much more than just a paved slab, if you add the right additions. An outdoor kitchen and bar will help make the space the life of the party, while high-quality, low-slung chairs will make you want to stay outside for longer. If you have the budget, you may even consider adding a spa or pool. To make it the ideal al fresco area even when temperatures drop, a fire pit or fireplace will be able to keep you and your company toasty warm. To entice you and your guests into the space, make some room for greenery, even if you just a place a pot plant atop a table. It will help tie in the area to the surrounding garden. Fairy lights, garden torches and citronella candles will also help set the mood and keep the mozzies at bay, while soft furnishings such as waterproof rugs, pillows and chair cushions will add personality. For something striking, consider adding a water feature or wall garden. If you're ready to hire a landscape professional to help you with the job, browse our directory here!