How We Design Timeless Outdoor Spaces For Any Climate
Key Takeaways: Great outdoor design isn’t about copying what works somewhere else. It’s about designing a yard that works where you live. — Climate shapes performance. Materials, shade, drainage, and comfort depend on local conditions. — Your property matters. Slope, sun, views, and layout should guide the design. — Lifestyle comes first. The best yards are designed around how you actually use them. DESIGNING FOR ALL CLIMATES You […]
Luxury Patio Covers That Change How You Use Your Yard
Key Takeaways: A well-designed patio cover sets the tone for how a yard is used and enjoyed throughout the year. — Design for use, not just looks. A patio cover should support shade, comfort, and flexibility in everyday living. — Material choices shape the mood. Wood, metal, or a combination can dramatically change how a space feels. — Plan for […]
How To Design A Luxury Backyard Design Without A Pool
Key Takeaways: A luxury backyard like this works when the design focuses on experience rather than square footage. — Design for discovery. Layered zones and partial views make small spaces feel larger and more engaging. — Use level changes strategically. Sunken seating and elevation shifts add depth and visual interest. — Combine fire and water. These elements create atmosphere without overwhelming the space. — Let […]
Designing Luxury Backyards for Wellness: Saunas, Cold Plunges, and Spas That Get Used Daily
Key Takeaways: A wellness-focused yard works best when recovery and relaxation are built into the design from the start. — Design for daily use. Wellness features should be easy to access and naturally part of everyday routines. — Integrate, don’t add on. Saunas, spas, and cold plunges feel most elevated when they’re prioritized as part of the overall design, not just added […]
How to Add Color to Your Exterior Without Regretting It
Key Takeaways: Adding color outdoors does not mean abandoning a timeless or luxurious look. When it is used intentionally, color can elevate the entire space. — Start with nature. Blues and greens feel timeless because they already exist in water, plants, and the surrounding environment. — Use color strategically. Outdoor spaces have fewer layers than interiors, so placement matters […]
6 Yards With Luxury Fire Features And Resort Vibes
Key Takeaways: A fire feature can change the whole feel of an outdoor space, but it looks different in every yard. In these projects, fire becomes part of the architecture of the space, sometimes subtle, sometimes bold, always intentional. — Fire as the focal point. In several of these yards, the fire feature is the moment your eye lands […]
This Is What A Luxury Yard Looks Like In 2026
Key Takeaways: A luxury yard in 2026 works when the design focuses on how the space feels, not just how big or over the top it is. Here is how we think about it when we design these kinds of outdoor spaces. — Start with discovery. Pools, water features, and sculptural elements are great places […]
How We Designed A Yard That Looks Like It’s Floating
Key Takeaways: We’re walking through how we created an organic-modern yard surrounded by water, and how each area, from the spa to the entertaining zones, was designed to be used. Keep reading to find out: – How water wraps around the entire space to create movement, reflection, and a “floating” effect – How stone and boulders became a focal point, from […]
Tennessee Backyard Transformation You Can Enjoy All Year
Key Takeaways: A Tennessee backyard like this works when the design takes advantage of the natural landscape. See how we designed a four-season-friendly yard for our client’s in Tennessee. — Let the view lead. Sightlines are everything. The goal is to pull your eye through the yard and back to the rolling hills, so the landscape is the focus. […]
A Luxury Yard Is Possible Anywhere
Key Takeaways: Your location doesn’t limit what’s possible for your yard. – Your location doesn’t determine what’s possible. Whether you’re in a warm climate, a four-season region, the desert, or the tropics, great design is customized to your lifestyle and your property. – We’ve designed yards across the country, and around the world. From Costa Rica and Europe to New Jersey, Tennessee, Florida, and Las Vegas, […]