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317 Kelly & Stone Architects (KS|a) brings bespoke dream homes to life in beautiful coastal and mountain environments. Founded in 2006 and led by long-term colleagues Keith Kelly, AIA, and Tim Stone, AIA, the firm prioritizes innovative yet timeless residential design and the development of lasting, personal relationships with their clients. With dual offices in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and Truckee, California, KS|a principals actively work on every project, creating distinctive homes that reflect their discerning clients' unique lifestyles, stylistic preferences, and aspirations. When KS|a's diverse team of experienced architects and designers take on a project, the client's goals become their mission—whether they're designing a scenic retreat from life's daily stressors or a legacy property that will be passed down for generations. Kelly & Stone Architects - see their work on pages 22-27, Back Cover Keith Kelly, Tim Stone Tahoe, CA/Steamboat Springs, CO 530-214-8896 kellyandstonearchitects.com Land Plus Associates - see their work on pages 177,190-195 Alec Michaelides 445 Pharr Road NE Atlanta, GA 30305 404-238-9595 landplusassociates.com Award-winning landscape architecture firm Land Plus Associates is known for innovative and richly detailed residential site and landscape designs. Founders Kenneth Lemm and Alec Michaelides, joined by Chris Holden and Charlie Sears, enjoy a reputation as one of the leaders in the Southeast. Forging invaluable relationships with prominent architects, interior designers, residential builders, and other construction professionals, Land Plus has curated a team of talented landscape architects to explore site conditions, architectural connections, and client expectations to maximize the potential of every property through unique, custom designs. e Land Plus team offers a hands-on, collaborative approach, seamlessly blending design, management, and execution to create luxurious and enduring outdoor environments. Linda Greenberg Landscape & Design, LLC - see pages 196-201 Linda Greenberg 159 Cooper River Drive Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 704-995-7173 lindagreenberglandscapedesigns.com Gardens have the magical power to connect with and enhance a home by adding spectacular elements like statuaries, water and fire elements, benches, and unique oversized planters. e plant materials offer an array of year-round interest with various colors, textures, forms, and fragrances that create wonderful and relaxing spaces. Since 1996, Linda Greenberg has specialized in creating highly personalized and magnificent gardens for the most discerning clients. Linda Greenberg Landscape & Design is a boutique landscape design firm that offers a full spectrum of services—from concept to completion—to create functional and extraordinarily beautiful garden spaces. After all, the garden is both a reflection and timeless extension of the home's architecture and the client's lifestyle. Littlefield Landscapes - see their work on pages 228-229 Laura Littlefield Kelley North Eastham, MA 02651 774-353-6511 littlefieldlandscapes.com "I was organic before organic became organic!" says Littlefield Landscapes founder Laura Littlefield Kelley, who has been an organic horticulturist since 1992. "ere's something magical about helping plants grow, for they heal us and help us survive." Being a steward of the circle of life is Laura's greatest pleasure and purpose—and each of her outdoor living spaces reflects that mission. rough her full-service land care company, her passion is to amplify the beauty of nature in sustainable, life-giving ways for residential and commercial projects throughout Cape Cod. Blending old theories with new techniques, she specializes in native plant designs and custom stonework, creating timeless spaces for generations to enjoy. Another thing that sets Laura and her work apart is her level of care and connection with her clients; she successfully communicates with them every step of the way to manifest their vision and bring their landscape dreams to life. LORAX Design Group - see pages 4,76-77,85,98,164-165,230-231 Great design leaves a first impression that validates the importance of a place. LORAX Design Group uses their passion for outdoor living and landscape design to create memorable spaces that allow people to fully engage in their surroundings. For them, it's all about embracing innovation to provide an exceptional human-to-outdoor experience. e landscape architecture and planning firm boasts a large and diverse portfolio with comprehensive services that include swimming pool and spa design, land planning and master planning, construction documentation, and graphics and visualization for residential and commercial applications. LORAX's superpower lies in their dynamic, talented team who function in their individual gifts while always pushing the boundaries to redefine the outdoor experience. Kurt Kraisinger PLA, SWD, LEED 8021 Santa Fe Drive #200, Overland Park, KS 66204 913-972-7244 Loraxdesigngroup.com Jenna Bayer Garden Design, Inc - see pages 7,92-93,162-163,177,208-211 Jenna Bayer 1954 Old Middlefield Way, Suite B Mountain View, CA 94043 650-988-9600 13395 SW River Road Hillsboro, OR 97123 503-468-2103 Jennabayergardendesign.com Whether you're looking for an innovative layout for acreage or a small rooftop getaway, Jenna Bayer Garden Design can curate your garden fantasy. Led by owner Jenna Bayer, the team combines the art and science of plants, sustainable practices, and collaborative design to create one-of-a-kind garden spaces. Established in 1994, the firm approaches every project with original ideas that have been developed and honed through the years of experience of their accomplished designers and artists. Each garden they create is designed to captivate all the senses—and their attention to technical, aesthetic, and environmental details is constant. eir services include public and private garden design, swimming pool and spa areas, water features, entertainment areas, outdoor kitchens, sustainable design, horticulture education, historical restoration, sculpture and art placement, lighting, irrigation and drainage, and more. Light Visuals LTD / Neil Parslow Design- see pages 251,292-293 Neil Parslow, MPGCA London, U.K. +44(0)20.8625.3735 lightvisuals.co.uk neilparslowdesign.com Neil Parslow initially trained as an electrician throughout the late 1990s, and soon found that he had a passion for lighting and the outdoors. His focus shifted from interior electrical work to landscape lighting design and installation for gardens both large and small. He spent many years practicing the art of landscape lighting, which led him to form a landscape lighting design consultancy which has completed projects throughout the U.K. and beyond. His work has been featured in numerous publications and he has been the resident writer of leading trade magazines for years. He has also attended the International Landscape Lighting Institute (ILLI) and has since become an active mentor. He holds an NPTC qualification in tree climbing and aerial rescue, which is extremely useful in landscape lighting. Neil is a member of the Professional Garden Consultants Association (PGCA). He is also the founder and lead designer at Light Visuals, a London-based manufacturer of high-quality modular (Circular) landscape and architectural lighting products. KB Custom Pools - see their work on pages 101,128-133 Bo Barnett 12507 Highway 71 Bee Cave, TX 78738 512-268-9990 kbcustompools.com As one of the leading pool builders in Austin, KB Custom Pools' award-winning designs capture clients' dreams and transform them into head-turning realities that stand the test of time. Specializing in custom pools, spas, and landscapes as well as complete outdoor environments, the company is family-owned and operated and serves residential and commercial clients. Utilizing cutting-edge 3-D design, construction practices, and materials, they create custom pools that are beautiful, functional, and that stand superior to any other offering on the market. With 75 years of combined experience, KB Custom Pools has been named one of the top 50 pool builders in the nation for several years in a row. eir ultimate goal is to design and build personalized, unique outdoor living spaces that enhance their clients' lives while upgrading their property.

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