This charming New England stone farmhouse was designed by Ward Jewell Architect, located in Brentwood, a neighborhood in the Westside of Los Angeles, California. The architects were asked to design a comfortable, single-story stone and wood structure that is used as a guest/pool house. The cottage marries traditional farmhouse style with contemporary features. On the […]
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20 Most Amazing Pizza Oven Ideas For Your Outdoor Kitchen
If you enjoy outdoor entertaining and cooking up a storm for your guests, then turn up the heat in your outdoor kitchen with the addition of a pizza oven. Although popular for cooking pizzas, these awesome cookers can also be used to grill, roast, smoke, barbeque, and even bake up some fresh homemade pies and […]
24 Incredible Outdoor Dining Spaces For Entertaining In Style
It’s time to gear up for summertime and create an outdoor dining space that you will want to spend time enjoying during the warm weather months. Elevate your outdoor living area with a beautifully appointed dining nook, whether it’s on your deck, terrace, or front porch or covered under the shade of a pergola. The […]
Fabulous entertainment barn in Portola Valley melds into the landscape
This fabulous entertainment barn was designed by Walker Warner Architects, located in beautiful Portola Valley, a town in San Mateo County, California. The owners desired a separate structure from their main residence for large-scale entertaining as well as a place for relaxation. Reminiscent of the tin-roofed, weathered rural vernacular of the picturesque surroundings, the compound […]
Tour this modern farmhouse designed with inspiring details in Michigan
This modern farmhouse tour designed by DK Homes features warm and inviting living spaces, located in the Jamestown neighborhood of Byron Center, Michigan. Conceived for entertainment and gatherings, this expansive home offers its inhabitants spectacular amenities throughout. Beautiful French doors lead into the main part of the home with striking trim details throughout. Highlights to this […]
Entertaining pavilion perched on scenic bluff on the Hawaiian Islands
Walker Warner Architects in collaboration with Philpotts Interiors has designed this entertaining pavilion, located on a sprawling coastal property on Kauai’s North Shore. The pavilion is the latest addition to this scenic 14-acre coastal property, ideally perched on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and surrounding mountains. The vision for this multi-purpose, 3,600-square-foot pavilion was to […]
Amazing upside down house showcases inviting views in Texas
Cornerstone Architects created this upside down house for family living and entertain, located along the golf course in Barton Creek, Travis County, Texas. This contemporary home sits on a sloping lot that incorporates a large sport court in the backyard. The entry opens up to a glass wall offering a view and direct access to the backyard […]
Pied-à-terre reimagined into chic and vibrant dream home in Texas
Mark Ashby Design has transformed a spec house into a custom vibrant dream home with an abundance of personality, located in Austin, Texas. The residence is within walking distance to Austin’s trendy South Congress Avenue, the neighborhood is referred to as Bouldin. The owners of this 2,400 square foot pied-à-terre are University of Texas alums, so […]
Secluded family retreat designed for entertaining on Whidbey Island
This fabulous fieldhouse is part of a secluded family retreat designed by Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, nestled in a meadow on Whidbey Island, Washington. Constructed for family and friends, this structure is used for gathering, entertaining and enjoying outdoor activities. The family wanted a secondary structure on their property for their loved ones to celebrate and relax […]
21 DIY Outdoor Movie Screen Ideas For A Magical Backyard
Have you ever dreamed of movie nights under the stars? To create your own DIY outdoor movie screen, you will need either a sheet or a screen, something to mount it on (wood posts or tripod stand), portable projector (Amazon/eBay for roughly $70-$120), outdoor speakers, and a USB with the movie on it or connect your […]