A Pool in Brooklyn, New York Ark, Maryland Church, New York Church, Pirates of Boca Raton

Ryan McCullough installed a refreshing plunge pool in the small yard of his renovated brownstone. Artist Nova designed and built his "Ark," a barrel-shaped whimsical treasure made mostly of old recycled wood and corrugated fiberglass. Sue and Jerry Eyet turned an old church into their art studio, gallery and home. Kathy and Tim Wahl turned an 1857 church into a beautiful home featuring wall arches and an oak staircase. David Nordhausen fulfilled his childhood dream of building a pirate ship when he built a 35-foot long replica in his side yard.

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