To Infinity and Beyond
Or so it seems! In order to build an organic, lagoon-shaped pool that would meet flood level standards, the ground level needed to be raised, which helped the pool achieve an infinity-edge look.
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Front Yard Gathering Space
Front yard renovation focused on creating curb appeal and a space where the family can relax and entertain with family and friends.
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Traditional Green Covered Patio With Stone Arch
The beautiful porch blends vintage and new pieces, including whimsical elephant drink tables and refurbished iron chairs. A vast arched opening frames green views of the backyard, a graceful connection to the sitting area's color scheme.
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Photo: Stacy Zarin Goldberg, Contractor: Thorsen Construction, Interior Designer: Ella Scott Design, Landscape Architect: Richardson & Associates Landscape Architecture, Landscape Contractor: McHale Landscape Design.
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GTM Architects
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Pool House and Outdoor Sitting Area
This new pool house, which is situated among existing outdoor amenities, faces the tennis court on one side and the pool on another. In order to make the pool house compatible with both the tennis court and the pool, Mark Kaufman, Principal, GTM Architects, added large sliding glass doors on both sides, creating two facades to the pool house structure.
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Boca Raton Resort-Style Backyard
Located in the heart of Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club in Boca Raton, Florida, this sprawling 7,200-square-foot home complete with a 84-foot-long, resort style pool and guest house is a show stopping retreat.
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Photo: Joshua Caldwell, Fenn Rogers Custom Homes; Worth Development; Rezio Pros.
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Homesmith Design
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Paradise Valley Outdoor Space Made for Entertaining
The home in Paradise Valley, Arizona is a vibrant, sculptural residence designed for effortless entertaining.
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Backyard With White Dining Table and Chairs
The backyard is an oasis that makes city life disappear. Designers used a beautifully-patterned sofa, a move that connects the outdoor space with the indoor's similarly delightful patterns. Bright white dining table and chairs beckon everyone outside for meals.
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Photo: Clearwater Pools, Embassy Landscape Group, Scott Gann Contruction.
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Kurt Kraisinger
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Sunken Sitting Area With Fire Table
A bold, modern fire table warms the sunken sitting area down at the pool's edge. On the pool's other side sits a poolhouse.
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Photo: Jessica Sample, Daleet Spector Design and Grow Outdoor Design.
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Daleet Spector
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Yard With Raised Flower Beds
Raised flower beds add manageable greenery and pops of color to the yard of this Colonial Spanish-inspired home.
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A Tropical Outdoor Oasis
Incorporated into the new design with a lush plant surrounding, the original pool wraps around the outdoor space making it accessible from multiple access points.
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Photo: Paul Dyer, Designer: Alexis Davis Millar, Designer: Nadja Kuhner, Architect: Talon Design Group, Interior Deigner: Maria Tenaglia Design, General Contractor: Branagh Development, Pool: Alta American Pools, Landscape Contractor: Leisure Escapes Inc, Sculpture: David Harber.
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David Thorne Landscape Architect
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Outdoor Bocce Ball Court With Twinkle Lights
This Mediterranean-style home's picturesque backyard has a stone bocce ball court, wood pergolas, and a small vineyard.
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Deep in the Heart of Sonoma Wine Country
This heavenly outdoor oasis in the heart of Sonoma Wine Country exudes confidence and modern amenities while maintaining the charm and original character of its historic 1912 craftsman home. Complete with a pool and spa, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, pool house, bathroom, in-ground trampoline, and outdoor shower.
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Photo: Jessica Sample, Daleet Spector Design and Grow Outdoor Design.
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Daleet Spector
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Backyard Patio With Outdoor Dining Table
The outdoor dining table can seat up to 10 guests, making it the perfect spot for hosting. The red brick patio pops against the ivy-covered exterior of this Spanish-inspired home.
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Photo: David Lauer Photography, Paul Mahony, KGA Studio Architects (Architect); Steve Diamond, Diamond Homes (GC).
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Brayton Interiors
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Pergola With Pool View
Offering shade and comfortable seating, the pergola is a delightful retreat and it looks out over the backyard's pool. A perforated Moroccan light fixture sheds a warm glow overhead.
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Backyard Garden With Gazebo and Colorful Flowers
A gazebo along the walkway adds to the European feel of this impressive backyard garden. Plants in the flower beds along the path add color to the lush greenery.
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Photo: Andrew Frasz, Mackin Architects, Aventine Gardens, Janice Parker Landscape Architects.
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JerMar Designs
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Fresh and Inspired Design
The pool house serves as a daily spa retreat, lending modern and farmhouse elements that work together and complement each other to offer the perfect respite.
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Covered Patio With Fireplace and Mounted TV
The shelving beside the fireplace doubles as firewood storage in this gray covered patio. Outdoor furniture is placed around the mounted TV for entertaining.
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Upscale, Modern Outdoor Space With a Pool
The backyard of this modern estate features a cantilevered pavilion and marble tile patio encompassed by a pool.
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Rustic, Luxurious Cabin Backyard
This waterfront cabin's backyard is rustic, yet luxurious and features a pool, fire pit, and stonework.
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Backyard With Cutout Wood Fence
One of the backyard's most striking features is a tall wooden fence inset with an intricate cutout design. Lightweight screens let the forest's green filter through, one of the many ways landscapers blended the outdoor space with the natural surroundings.
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White Umbrellas and Lounge Chairs By Swimming Pool
Tropical greenery surrounds this patio with white lounge chair and umbrellas.
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Photo: Manolo Langis, Builder: Patterson Custom Homes, Landscape Architect: BCLA, INC..
From:
Christopher Brandon
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Luxury Backyard With Swimming Pool
The luxury backyard of this modern farmhouse property features a swimming pool overlooking the countryside.
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Bohemian Brooklyn Balcony
This Brooklyn, NY high-rise co-op features a gated balcony with faux grass and colorful potted plants.
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Photo: Jane Beiles, Architect: Kenneth McGahren Architect, Landscape Architect: Keith E. Simpson Associates New Canaan, Millwork: Marek Bil Old World Construction, Contractor: West Construction.
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D2 Interieurs
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Contemporary White Poolhouse With Outdoor Lounge and Wetland Landscape
This white poolhouse features a casual outdoor lounge space and natural wetland landscape.
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A Rustic Brick Home Features a Striped Awning and a Stone Walkway
A stone walkway cuts through a lush lawn, leading the way to an expansive rustic home. Salvaged brick and cedar accents adorn the exterior, helping it blend into its surroundings. A striped black and white awning sits in stark contrast against the organic home.
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Stone Walkway and White Privacy Fence
The yard matches the coastal home's style with a stone walkway and white privacy fence.
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Outdoor Dining Table With Valley View
The home overlooks the entire Napa Valley and so the connection to the outdoors was an essential part of the design. Here, double doors open up to an outdoor dining room with a view.
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Blue Lounge Chairs By Pool
This coastal backyard features blue lounge chairs by the pool, a wooden privacy fence and a casual outdoor dining area.
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A Stone Patio Surrounded by Garden Beds Creates the Perfect Outdoor Living Space
Tucked behind an expansive country home, a quaint stone patio provides the perfect place to enjoy the surrounding landscape. Garden beds surround the patio, bringing color and nature to the edges of the entertainment space. A black and white striped awning hangs above the double door, giving the area some shade.
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Contemporary Patio With Custom Pond and Palm Trees
This Miami home boasts a custom pond that features stepping stones and tropical plants.
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Lakefront Porch With Gray Chairs
Lakefront views come with the porch's welcoming sitting area. Window boxes let flowers bloom along the railing's edge.
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Photo: Ryan Garvin Photography, Architect: Scape Design Studio, Inc..
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Jodi Fleming Design
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Patio With Black Outdoor Furniture and a Fire Pit
This chic patio features black outdoor furniture gathered around the sleek fire pit.
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Front Porch With White Rocking Chairs
These classic white rocking chairs allow you to sit back and enjoy the home's beautiful views.
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Photo: Suzanna Scott, Architect: CahillStudio, Contractor: Landers Curry, Landscape Architect: Rozanski Design.
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Regan Baker
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Gray House Exterior and Gravel Walkway
This tranquil weekend home is filled with spaces designed for family time, relaxation and indoor/outdoor entertaining. The property includes a main house with a wraparound porch, two additional structures for guests and an outdoor hot tub.
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Infinity Pool Overlooking Tampa Bay
This gorgeous infinity pool gets even better with its vast views overlooking Tampa Bay.
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Maui Balcony With Outdoor Dining Table
This balcony with an outdoor dining table is the perfect spot to enjoy a meal and incredible views.
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Photo: Manolo Langis, Builder: Patterson Custom Homes, Landscape Architect: BCLA, INC..
From:
Christopher Brandon
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Ranch Style Home With Countryside Views
This Santa Barbara family compound includes plenty of land and beautiful views of the countryside.
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Waterfront Infinity Pool With Flamingo Float
The patio's infinity pool appears to empty into Magens Bay and there's plenty of space for lounging as well as swimming.
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Photo: Manolo Langis, Builder: Patterson Custom Homes, Landscape Architect: BCLA, INC..
From:
Christopher Brandon
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Wrap-Around Porch With Exposed Beam Ceiling
This neutral wrap-around porch provides a spot to relax and take in the stunning countryside views.
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Gray Outdoor Dining Area With Lanterns
Concrete pavers anchor the outdoor dining area that looks out across fields of green.
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Covered Patio Blends Seamlessly Into the Surrounding Area
Perched on a hill directly next to the pool, a covered stone patio creates the perfect area to relax in the great outdoors. Modern outdoor furniture surrounds a built-in fireplace that sits below a flatscreen TV. A wall of glass windows connects the beautifully designed home to the expansive yard just beyond its walls.
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Photo: Virgelio Carpio, Garrison Woods, Hudson Valley Cabinetry, Yannitelli Woodworking LLC, Plimley Painting.
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Hudson Design
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Historic Homestead With 19th Century Yellow Farmhouse and Formal Garden
This historic homestead features a 19th century revival yellow farmhouse, a formal English-style, stone-walled garden, and mature shade trees.
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Photo: Manolo Langis, Builder: Patterson Custom Homes, Landscape Architect: BCLA, INC..
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Christopher Brandon
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Outdoor Dining Area Under Pergola
The pergola provides guests shade and protection from the elements while dining outdoors.
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Coastal Backyard Sitting Area
The blue and white sitting area is a stand-out in this coastal backyard.
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Waterfront Patio and Palm Tree
Being able to experience this home's beautiful waterfront location was a huge part of its design goal. Sliding doors join rooms with the scenic patio and pool.
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Photo: Karyn Millet, Evens Architects, Stagers: Darra Baker, Contractor: California Buildings, Inc..
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Alana Homesley
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Impressionable Covered Patio With Brick Vaulted Ceilings and Mediterranean Dining Set
Enjoy a family meal in this breathtaking covered patio. Featuring a rustic Mediterranean design, this space is sure to create many happy memories of family and friends. Whether its just relaxing in front of the fireplace or holidays spent around the dining table.
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Rustic Covered Lakeside Deck With Sitting Area and Swing
There's room to host a huge party on this rustic deck with a view of Lake Supanee, thanks to an array of armchairs and a cozy swing. Rustic pillars, exposed beams and shingles and a beautiful punched-brass globe pendant add to the atmosphere of the space.
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Lakefront Cabin With Cedar Shingles and Outdoor Dining Table
This spectacular flagstone patio features a view of Lake Supanee and mature trees beside this handsome family vacation cabin.
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Lakefront Gazebo With Intricate Globe Pendant, Wooden Shingles and Woven Armchairs
This conversation area features a spectacular view of New Hampshire's Lake Supanee from four armchairs surrounding a coffee table and lanterns. When the sun goes down, a punched-brass globe pendant will offer additional light.
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Green Lakefront Boathouse With Private Dock and Seating Area
Visitors at this vacation home on New Hampshire's Lake Sunapee can grab a canoe from this boathouse or pull up an Adirondack chair on the private dock and admire the view.
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Waterfront Patio With Bocce Court
The large oceanfront patio offers up bocce with a view as well as a pool and a sitting area around a fire pit.
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Gray Media Room With Geometric Accent Wall
The media room energizes one wall with a geometric print and carries the pattern's charcoal gray over to the seating.
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Waterside Free Form Pool and Hardwood Deck With Fringed Umbrella
Sweet accents like a pair of blue canvas chairs, assorted wicker lanterns, and a fringed umbrella add character to this sun-weathered pool deck with spectacular waterfront views.
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White Contemporary Covered Patio With Dining Table and Sofa Swings
There's room for a massive party on this handsome, pale covered patio, where a long white dining table features pale woven seating for ten and an arrangement of succulents. Closer to the stunning river view, a pair of upholstered sofa swings face one another.
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Contemporary Sofa Swings and Sitting Area With River View on Covered Porch
This flagstone patio features a pair of dark wood sofa swings with neutral upholstery and vivid orange accents. A white coffee table and armchairs offer even more seating, and a fire pit beside the river nestles on the lawn.
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Covered Patio With Dining Table and Lounge Furniture
A contemporary covered patio features wood floors with a matching wood ceiling and modern, black iron beams that act as picture frames to the surrounding scenery. A long dining table is topped with a vase of flowers and surrounded by modern dining chairs, while lounge chairs create a relaxation zone.
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Coastal Patio With Striped Umbrella
A weathered wood fence wraps around the pool and patio with ornamental grasses providing a soft transition.
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Traditional Waterside Mansion With Pool, Fire Pit, Adirondack Chairs and Wide Lawn
This gracious outdoor space features a sitting area beneath an umbrella, pavers with a stone fire pit and seating, and a massive pool and patio with blue and white loungers.
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Contemporary Outdoor Space with Swimming Pool
Enjoy a meal after swimming at this covered outdoor entertaining space. White umbrellas with black trim provide shade at the modern lounge chairs with a view of the crystal blue water.
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Contemporary Covered Deck and Lounging Area With Infinity Pool
There's plenty of space to entertain in this modern outdoor space, where double-wide outdoor loungers on a teak deck face a handsome pool overlooking river views. A covered patio area includes an outdoor fireplace and kitchen.
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Contemporary Outdoor Kitchen With Fireplace and Dining Space
There's room to entertain a crowd on this handsome teak deck, where a covered prep and dining area shares space with a sun-drenched sitting space. Glass paneling at the edge of the space maximizes the home's stunning views of South Carolina.
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Gray Exterior and Covered Porch
Back behind the house, a covered porch matches the sleek simplicity of the rest of the exterior. Beneath the porch is a most inviting dining area with a rug to anchor the table and container gardens softening each of the four corners.
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Covered Patio With White Sofa
A pergola makes shade over this patio sitting area, overlooking the pool and hot tub.
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Coastal Waterfront Patio With Benches
Concrete benches get a plush upgrade with thick, striped cushions and plump pillows. A long rectangular fire pit warms the scene.
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Small Beach Cottage with Cute Porch
This cute coastal cottage has plenty of windows to let in natural light. Just past the porch seating area, a bright blue door is welcoming.
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Instant Access to the Beach
A sandy path lined with grasses leads directly to the beach from the home's luxe rear deck.
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Beach House Deck With Fire Pit
Off the side of the house is a wonderful deck, warmed by a fire pit and sheltered by the house and a low wall. Water views expand to the horizon.
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Contemporary Terrace with Facing Sofas
Bold Mediterranean blue upholstery livens up this outdoor terrace overlooking a tranquil waterside scene. Deep, facing sofas with an ottoman in between provide a comfortable spot for outdoor conversation.
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Rear Deck Illuminated at Night
The spacious back deck features plenty of seating options for beach side entertaining and relaxation at its finest.
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Pool and Covered Patio With Outdoor Fireplace and Balcony
This exterior space features a swimming pool next to a covered patio that includes an outdoor fireplace. A balcony supported by columns overlooks the space.
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Contemporary Connecticut Home with Lake View
This estate-size home in Connecticut has as much to enjoy outdoors as it does indoors, with a modern pool and an oversized lounge chair paired with a modern firebox. The contemporary, 14,000-square-foot house rests on 30 acres designed to revolve around magnificent water views of Lake Lillinonah in Litchfield County.
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Contemporary Pool and Lounge Chairs in Newport Beach
Oversized lounge chairs provide a perfect spot to enjoy both the poolside atmosphere and the view at this waterfront Newport Beach, California, home. Sophisticated city living meets the comfort and casualness of beachside relaxation in this 12,710-square-foot new build on the bay.
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Outdoor Dining Table With Heavy-Duty Market Umbrella
An outdoor dining table with a heavy-duty market umbrella turns the backyard into an al fresco dining oasis. The cafe string lights offer an additional romantic touch.
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Contemporary Waterfront Beach House
Broad windows are the defining feature of the rear facade of this stunning Newport Beach, California, home. Due to the ample fenestration, nearly every room in this waterfront house has a view. In the party-ready backyard, a sleek, modern pool and multiple seating areas provide a range of entertainment options for guests.
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Oceanfront Balcony and Striped Curtains
Broad blue and white stripes (courtesy of curtains) set the stage for this balcony's wonderful beach views and cafe table oasis.
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Patio With Stock Tank Pool
This home's petite outdoor space goes the distance with a wee stock tank pool and a contemporary sitting area.
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Rustic Stone Terrace Overlooking Conifer Trees and Mountain Views
This contemporary, rustic stone terrace in Colorado overlooks a natural conifer and ornamental grass landscape and sweeping mountain views.
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Tropical Porch With Water Views
Beachy views everywhere you look and a shady, comfortable spot from which to enjoy them. This tropical-style porch is outdoor hangout central.
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Mountainside Home Features 2,000 Feet of Covered Patios
This stunning mountainside home in Phoenix includes 2,000 square feet of covered patios that extend along three sides of the home, offering panoramic views and outdoor access to almost every room in the house. The renovation of this home removed additive Spanish revival design features which obstructed the views and detracted from the home's style. A second story addition cantilevered over the property added an extra bedroom while preserving lower-level outdoor living space.
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Backyard With Stock Tank Pool
This small outdoor space doesn't take no for an answer with its stock tank pool and succulent container garden. Summer fun, heck yeah!
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Covered Sitting Area With Vines
A covered sitting area seems made for the Tuscan countryside with a vine border and two ornate mirrors. And the pool is a hop, skip and jump away.
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Photo: Liz Glasgow, Petracca Design and Engineering, ZeroEnergy Design, Vector East, Vanetten Plumbing & Heating, BJ Electric, Kolb Mechanical, Stone Island Inc., Big Dog Roofing, Stanley F Skrezec.
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The Turett Collaborative
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Home With Weathered Exterior and Spacious Patio
This modern home features a weathered cedar and concrete exterior, a plant-filled deck, and a spacious patio.
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Mediterranean Patio With Urn Fountains
A seat at either of these outdoor tables is treated to the tranquil sound of falling water. Fountains bubble over in the garden bed just above.
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Pool and Patio
A covered patio gives way to this sparkling blue beauty of a pool. Diving board, included!
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Cabin Deck With Yellow Bench
A huge deck extends off the living area, letting occupants dine and hang out amidst the treetops.
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Covered Patio With Outdoor Kitchen
This lounge includes all the benefits of being outdoors, as well as shelter from sun and rain when needed. An outdoor kitchen and comfortable seating are made to order for summer weekends.
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Sunken Patio With Arbor
One of the home's delightful outdoor spaces is this sunken patio. The patio itself is stone, carefully constructed to blend harmoniously into the setting. Over the dining area, vines climb up and around a steel arbor to make a lush canopy.
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Patio Sitting Area and Pool
The home's outdoor spaces are just as inviting as the indoor ones. Start cocktail hour at this sitting area; its bar cart offers location flexibility. Then there's a gorgeous pool. And on the pool's other side is a hot tub and more room for lounging. Heaven!
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Porch With Orange Pots
Accordion doors fold up to allow access to this fun porch, with a fireplace and lots of bright, cheerful color accents.
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Patio Dining Area With Striped Bench Cushion
A long banquette lines one edge of the patio, ensuring there's always room for one more at outdoor dinner parties.
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Modern Home and Patio with Retractable Walls
Retractable walls open the indoor spaces of this modern home to its luxurious backyard pool and outdoor dining room. Wood accents on the ceiling bring visual warmth to the dining area, while flush-mounted infrared heaters add literal warmth, making the space functional all year round.
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Outdoor Deck With Cityscape Views
Take in all the lush, park views from this neutral NYC patio with wood paneling and crisp, white outdoor furniture.
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Limestone Structure Defines Entry to Stylish Mountainside Home
An extension to the edge of the home is clad in limestone, differentiating it from the stucco structure behind it and creating a clear entry space to the home. An elegant gate at the entrance to the covered walkway provides extra security for the homeowners without detracting from the style of the home.
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Beach House Balcony Offers Panoramic Views of Sand Dunes, Atlantic Ocean
A public beach access walkway creates additional space between this New Hampshire beach house and the neighboring one and opens up more panoramic views from the two upper levels of the home. Glass safety walls were chosen for the balcony, limiting the interruption of the views of the sand dunes and Atlantic Ocean.
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Lakefront Cabin With Cedar Shingles and Outdoor Dining Table
This spectacular flagstone patio features a view of Lake Supanee and mature trees beside this handsome family vacation cabin.
