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Outdoor Trees Decking Patio, Porch, Deck Walkways Design Photos and Ideas

Although previous owners built a pool at a lower part of the yard near the piano room, the couple decided to build a new one just off the kitchen. “We thought, it would be amazing to have a pool that was kind of jutting out, with the backdrop of the city,” John says. The patio doubles as entertaining space for summer parties.
The home's wood deck is a neutral base that compliments the home's back and white features.
“Watching the sunrise and moonrise from the living room is gobsmacking,” says James.
In the wintertime, the living room is cozy and welcoming with its large fireplace and warm lighting.
The South Elevation provides complete transparency through the main level to established gardens beyond
The 1,000-square-foot pavilion was completed in 2009 as a volunteer structure and tool shed--though today its used far more by the public than initially anticipated. "The garden was wiped out after the storm," McKay recalls. "There was nothing, zero. Volunteers came in and replanted everything." Photo by Frank Doering.
The dark-stained exterior cladding stands in contrast to the light wood decking and warm interiors.