Outdoor living space encourages family gatherings
The new outdoor living area behind this Sewickley home incorporates everything any homeowner would want in their back yard: a refreshing swimming pool, a cozy pool house, and plenty of…
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Restoring a classic with a unique house remodeling project
A 1925-built structure in a historic district of Lakeland, the home of Pam and Larry Norman has been a true labor-of-love house remodeling project. “Renovating this house has definitely kept…
New pavilion creates a cozy outdoor retreat
An eye-catching contemporary fireplace serves as the focal point of this outdoor living space in Mason. The driving factor for the renovation was the original view. “When the homeowners entertained…
Cultivated character shows in home design
Iron gates cast shadows at the start of a 1,000-foot drive and the early morning chill makes the fall colors surrounding a six-acre lot come to life. Owner Jerry Fry…
Adventure calls with a magical tree house
11-year-old Claire Elko and her brother, 9-year-old Jared, have a private escape they can visit whenever they desire. Tucked into a hillside overlooking a nature preserve and meandering stream, this…
Heating things up with fire pits
Spending time outdoors doesn’t have to happen only when the sun is shining. Watching the sun go down while lounging by the fire is something that never gets old. Adding…
Outdoor living space offers the wow factor
When you think of an Indy racecar driver, what words come to mind? Adrenaline? Speed? Heat? Homeowner Jason Bell, who races Indy cars in his spare time, wanted his outdoor…
Landscape design is a labor of love
A back yard can be a place of rejuvenation and a thing of beauty, while still serving a function. Upon walking through the welcoming arbor that is at the entrance…
Colorful flower bed ideas
We all want brilliant splashes of color in our flower beds with minimal maintenance. The Browns’ garden features these popular native plants for bursts of seasonal color. The perfect border…
Unique landscape design creates secluded sanctuary
Back in 1988, when Bo and Sukey Brown bought their circa 1942 home in Southwestern Ohio, the back yard was great for the four kids, ages 12, 10, 8, and…
Backyard oasis: Friends welcome here
Step into Barb and Joe Necastro’s Cleveland Heights back yard and you will see green space so expansive, you might forget that you are in the heart of a fairly…
Landscape design leads to refreshing private paradise
Any parent understands just how much children love to play outside. And a big component of parenthood is to provide a safe environment for children to enjoy the great outdoors.…