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Outdoor Large Patio, Porch, Deck Hardscapes Vertical Fences, Walls Garden Design Photos and Ideas

In its previous life, the courtyard was "an afterthought," sparsely outfitted with plastic furniture. "For us, it was an opportunity to do something special," says Rami Zeidan, CEO and founder of Life House.
The new rear, two-story addition adds over 2,000 square feet of living space without sacrificing the backyard. The repetition of the curved elements, such as the tall, cement-rendered columns that band the exterior, are a subtle reference to the scale and proportions of the Victorian style.
The courtyard has a serene sitting area and frames views into the house and straight through to the other side.