From the June/July 2019 Issue
Lay of the Land – Fire Pit
FIRE PIT | Ample seating around the fire pit allows for lingering conversation on chilly evenings. Plantings — including a weeping Norway spruce, a dwarf blue shag pine, a Mountain […]
From the October/November 2018 Issue
Always in Season
A roaring fire invites family members to cozy up and watch a movie, often one by Walt Disney, a lifelong inspiration to homeowner and architect Dan D’Agostino.
From the October/November 2018 Issue
Urban Aerie
A fire pit and cozy faux fur throw extend use of the rooftop porch into cooler weather.
From the June/July 2018 Issue
Inner Strength-Backyard
A spiral staircase connects the main living areas with the pool deck. The backyard features an assortment of amenities, including a swimming pool, hot tub, fire pit and dining space.
From the June/July 2017 Issue
Summertime Strong – Fire Feature
Plantings soften the hardscape of the pool area. The fire pit has a 3-inch-thick cap cut from a single slab of bluestone. Custom cushions on the hand-tooled semicircular granite sofa […]
From the June/July 2017 Issue
Summertime Strong – Pergola
A pergola offers a bit of shade on sunny days. A fire pit offers a bit of warmth on chilly nights.
From the June/July 2017 Issue
Summertime Strong – Pool at Night
The relaxing backyard space features a pool with curved edges, a bar area and seating under a pergola. A large stone acts as the “table” surrounded by a stone bench […]
From the June/July 2017 Issue
Summertime Strong – Porch
Cushiony chairs and a fire feature make the back porch a cozy place to gather.