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The Best in Principled Design

The Best in Principled Design

Our first challenge with this project was the clients’ wish to have the swimming pool as close to the house as possible. Because of that proximity, we wanted to delineate the pool space, as we didn’t want it to feel that when folks walked out of the back entrance, they were almost in the pool! […]

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Think Spring!

Think Spring!

Think Spring! Here are some inspirational photos and commentary to get you focused on the warm weather ahead. Planting in what we call “Drifts” creates dramatic pockets of color. We also like using large quantities of the same plant to create these pockets. Repetition is also a great way to strengthen the theme of your […]

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Green Island defines…

Green Island defines…

Green Island defines this space with the addition of a 10 x 10 ft. Pavilion with outdoor couches and fire pit below. These glazed planters pull in the burgundy tones of the mahogany stained cathedral ceiling.   “It is all in the details.” –GID greenislanddesign.com

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Spring has sprung early this year!

Spring has sprung early this year!

Spring has sprung early this year! Here, our client is already able to get out there and enjoy sinking plenty of putts on his custom-designed course. Want to take full advantage of the entire outdoor season? We can make that happen — let’s plan together, ASAP! greenislanddesign.com

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You’ll never want to leave!

You’ll never want to leave!

You’ll never want to leave! Poolscapes transform your pool setting into an extension of your home. With a kitchen/bar, fireplace, water features, lighting, and natural landscaping elements, you’ll add beauty and functionality – and make your pool everyone’s favorite destination by creating an inviting environment for you, your family, and friends. Get inspiration for more […]

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Green Island Design pulls off…

Green Island Design pulls off…

Green Island Design pulls off this highly technical and pretty incredible gunite infinity pool with circular spill over Spa. Pool was built on top of a matrix of helicals and grade beams to support the pool during high tide. Building a pool this high out of the ground is quite challenging, but necessary to achieve […]

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Show your family…

Show your family…

Show your family just how much you love them this Valentine’s Day by arranging for a complimentary, in-home Design Consultation! “Changing Property… Into Paradise”: greenislanddesign.com

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