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174 Outdoor Horizontal Fences, Walls Design Photos And Ideas

The bi-fold glass wall opens up to, and celebrates, the pool house's natural setting.
In some parts of the ancient city, the streets run above these subterranean cave homes.
The garden has been prepared with electrical and plumbing services in case they are required for the future installation of a summer house.
The sliding doors open to the marble-paved terrace.
The addition of black metal perforated screens along the perimeter of the garden provide privacy and light, without appearing to be too austere.
The light well that allows for sunlight AND an addition above
On the ground floor, the house comprises a series of brick volumes.
The architects cite an admiration for the use of color in both Mexican vernacular architecture and the work of Mexican master architects Luis Barragán and Ricardo Legorreta, using strong colors as an homage to their work.
The house is supported by concrete walls at the edges of the house, and with steel beams running East to West. This creates a clear span in the house and across the deck.
The architects chose a swivel fireplace so the family can flexibly use it indoors or outdoors.
"There are many silo houses out there, but the purity of the cylinder breaks down when interior execution is does not align," says Christoph Kaiser. "For the interior, I wanted to remain committed to something of the same breadth."
The remote, desert enclave sits just 700 feet from the tallest building in downtown Phoenix.
On the sides of the front folding glass doors are vertical cement board fins that emphasize the street-side corner.
Beginning at the front, the garden walls meander under the existing cottage and finish at the rear of the site.
An upper-level media room.
Through the bright front door, a hallway leads to a spacious living and dining room, which opens to a garden.
Outdoor spaces are incorporated into every level of the house.
This second-floor extension, which is clad in zinc, rises from the rear of the building.
To keep the original street-level exterior view, the second-floor addition was set back from the building’s existing façade.
With assistance from landscape designer Monica Viarengo, the outdoor space has been designed to draw the excitement of the city in toward the home.
Outdoor Deck at Living & Dining Rooms
View over the Canal
Entry Court
Street view of the double gable
A zinc-cladding system has been incorporated above the north-facing wall as a reference to the agricultural buildings in the local area.
Although the home's historic front facade needed to be preserved, the back of the residence was ripe for a remodel. The architects cladded the exterior in eastern cedar. The wood is offset with large expanses of glass, as well as yellow accents to add a playful atmosphere.
Sitting on the edge of a lake in the Mornington Peninsula, this house by Melbourne-based MA Architects was designed as a series of teak-clad modules with the main living areas in the center and large deck that extends from the living room.
The renovation and two-story extension of this 1880 Adelaide bungalow includes a 23-foot rear lot with a pool.
During construction, Mariscal’s team adjusted the design to accommodate the boughs of an old pine tree in the backyard. The unique detail imbues the home with a spirit of wabi-sabi—or beauty through imperfection.
The couple asked for a “no maintenance, not low maintenance” backyard. However, Shino tends to “Carlsbad's largest public bathroom for cats” (otherwise known as their Japanese-style rock garden) about once a month. Don't miss a word of Dwell! Download our FREE app from iTunes, friend us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter!
Canal House along the Arizona Canal in Phoenix, AZ
Private garden with deck
A heated pool is on the second lot and is surrounded by lush tropical greenery.
Built in 1962, Steel House #4 is one of seven iconic, steel-and-glass prefab homes designed by Donald Wexler and Richard Harrison as part of an affordable solution for the masses. Homeowner Jay Longtin served as the general contractor and performed the majority of the remodel work, aside from the outdoor floors, concrete, and pool, which were done by Architectural Blue.
In the back, ivy climbs across the garage’s raw cedar cladding next to a gate that allows access to the laneway—but the boys prefer to climb the fence.
Chong left enough space in the 16-foot-wide backyard for a garden and comfortable dining area.
Another distinct backyard nook.
A patio provides space for al fresco dining.
The huge backyard has a newly added "rec room" and multiple entertaining areas.
Deck overlooking Little Round Bay
Here is a peek at the exterior at night. As you can see, floor-to-ceiling sliding windows open onto a decked bamboo patio.
The addition of an alfresco tub is perfect for relaxing on starry desert evenings.
The wood deck roof terrace, complete with ample lounge seating, provides astounding views of the city beyond.
The patio and pool area are perfect for full integration of indoor/outdoor living.
Viewing Decks and Infinity Pool
The courtyard in the center of the compound opens with a lovely lap pool.
The kitchen bar counter extends out to the patio, creating a great space for entertaining.
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An original 1957 California Ranch by Kemper/Nomland has been painted black and transformed into a pool/guest house.
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Whether it's a backyard patio, an infinity pool, or a rooftop terrace, these modern outdoor spaces add to the richness of daily life. Escape into nature, or get lost in city views. Wherever you are, let these outdoor photos take you somewhere new with inspirational ideas for yards, gardens, outdoor tubs and showers, patios, porches, and decks.