Remodeling
Discover Your Backyard
Create a cozy retreat that’s a world apart but only steps away.
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Guest House
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To add extra light, Michael chose a gabled roof over its flat predecessor. Now, sunlight pours through arched, Gothic Revival-style windows, and a small one tucked in a bookshelf gives guests a peek at the brilliant hibiscus in his backyard.
Words of Wisdom: Install a tin roof in your backyard retreat. “It’s such a peaceful place to relax when it’s raining,” he says. - Next: Garage Retreat
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