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February 2021
When Brown Meets Blue
When the right colors meet, as with this serene house on the Intracoastal Waterway, you know it’s a striking match. House by Dennis Moeller Custom Homes and Aztec Masonry. (Photos by Renee Sauer)
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The outdoor fireplace, with a water view, awaits a warm fire on a chilly evening.
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The handsome veranda is soft on the eyes and cool on the feet.
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The patterned bluestone patio offers a classic surface for outdoor dining.
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A perfect stepping stone pathway gives us a peek at the front yard.
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The rich texture of the stone is achieved by mixing the “rise” of the Shawnee Mountain Ledgestone, ranging from 1 to 6 inches in height.
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A bluestone inlay breaks up the expansive concrete driveway, lending an impactful touch to the home’s entrance.
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The front steps and matching porch border are separated by the warm tones of the brown fieldstone risers.
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The stepping stones are complemented by the deep green of baby mondo grass and the earthtones in the decorative river rock.
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The 1-2″ river pebbles provide good drainage and serve as an attractive alternative to mulch. They also work well in areas that are otherwise difficult to mow or weed.
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The 1-2″ river pebbles provide good drainage and serve as an attractive alternative to mulch. They also work well in areas that are otherwise difficult to mow or weed.
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We are grateful to the homeowners for letting us share in their good taste and excellent color selection.