A natural stone path and overhead arbor make for a very welcoming entry to this traditional garden. Hostas line the path, while a clematis vine clamours overhead.

Matthew Kleinrock

The landscaping fades gently into the surrounding natural prairie. Stone steps lead from the yard into a newly planted dwarf apple orchard.

Photographer: Murray Fredericks

Montse Garriga (Nuevo Estilo)

Francis Dzikowski

Close-up of the corrugated metal on the island. The underneath of the concrete countertop is illuminated with lighting which looks spectacular at night! West Elm walnut bar stools. Interior Design Hagerstown, MD.

Emily O'Brien

Modern "klismos" dining chairs from Donghia, with blue leather seats, around rosewood dining table on hammered metal pedestal base. Custom lacquered peacock blue sideboard holds table linens. Polished metal bar stools with faux shagreen blue leather seats and backs. Chandelier casts soft "donut" shadows when illuminated. Antique convex mirror.

Hilarie Holdsworth

Lee Manning

Making the most of a wooded lot and interior courtyard, Braxton Werner and Paul Field of Wernerfield Architects transformed this former 1960s ranch house to an inviting yet unapologetically modern home. Outfitted with Western Window Systems products throughout, the home’s beautiful exterior views are framed with large expanses of glass that let in loads of natural light. Multi-slide doors in the bedroom and living areas connect the outdoors with the home’s family-friendly interiors.

Photos: Mark Weinberg Interiors: Ann Tempest