Exterior design encompasses anything outdoors, from backyard to front porch. We want to help you find your perfect vibe with a curated list of different styles to choose from. Redesigning your backyard may include adding or changing a pool, building an outdoor kitchen, building a pergola or outdoor shade structure, or many other things. There's a TON of hardscape materials to choose from nowadays, and many different brands that supply. (Techo Bloc, Cambridge, Nicolock, Zia Tile, Tilebar, the list goes on!) Modern turf detailing is trendy, waterfall countertops have become a must, and sunken firepits are fun. However, achieving harmony in your design can be challenging, and determining your personal style can sometimes be tricky. So here at Stella Lux, we've created a list of some different aesthetics so you can decide which one appeals the most to you.
Boho Chic

Wicker furniture, throw rugs, colorful poufs, iridescent tile in funky patterns; the list goes on.
Boho chic is a more modern and muted play on typical bohemian style.
Faves:
potted palms / succulents
teal or printed pool & wall tile
wicker / rattan furniture
white travertine , or light colored pavers , cooldeck
wood tones
louvred privacy walls
colorful cushions , bean bags, and throw pillows
hammocks / swings
Some Materials We Love:
Aquablu- Tappeto 4 Pool Tile
Aquablu- Tappeto 1 Pool Tile
Lili- Flora Cement Tile
Modern Farmhouse

Wood tones, olive trees, A-frame ceilings and rooflines. All key elements that make up the highly sought after Modern Farmhouse aesthetic.
Faves:
A-Frame rooflines
pavilions
turf-inlay pavers
veneer / natural stone
gravel
bench seating
hydrangeas , boxwoods , perennials
white or exposed brick
statement lighting
stone fireplaces or cement fire pits
Some Materials We Love:
Aquablu- Giada Glossy Pool Tile (Olive Green)
Zen Garden

Namastè! Besides buddha statues, zen gardens tend to have trickling, serene water features, lots of lush landscaping, and contrasting materials.
Faves:
Bonsai trees
river rock
succulents & natural grasses
wood tones, exposed concrete, dark porcelain pavers
lush landscaping
turf-inlay pavers and stepping stones
pools & spas
outdoor showers & saunas
water features
statues and garden decor
Some Materials We Love:
High Contrast

What's black and white with turf all over? A high contrast contemporary backyard! Stark white pavers with black / dark grey coping creates a visual contrast that is sure to turn heads. Mixing different light and dark materials is the heart of this design aesthetic.
Faves:
light porcelain / limestone pavers
dark color coping
LED lights
louvre walls , lots of texture
dark pool interior / tile
white house siding
dark standing seam metal roofing
modern pergolas
turf-inlay pavers
above ground planters
mondo grass or simple green plants , not too much color
Some Materials We Love:
Mid Century Mod

Faves:
rust tone metal
mondo grass
wood tones
eccentric and irregular shapes
funky tile
cacti / succulents (in desert climate)
statement furniture
orange / yellow accents
Some Materials We Love:
Modern Mediterranean

Faves:
Arched doorways
clay roofing
stucco
blue/white or printed ceramic tile
water features
mixing textures
off white / neutrals
Some Materials We Love:
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French Country Glam

Extravagant planters with layered plants of different sizes. Think: lots of green and white and a refined, timeless look.
Faves:
boxwoods, hydrangeas, lavender
tall privacy hedges
wrought iron or wood furniture
natural stone / wood
round shapes pools
lots of symmetry
water features
exposed beams
over the top accessorizing
Some Materials We Love:
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Tropical Resort

Like being on vacation, except you never have to leave home. Tropical palms, baby blues and muted neutrals create a clean oasis to lay back, soak up the sun and relax.
Faves:
sundecks with built in daybeds
big pools with bajas, ledge loungers
tropical plants and palms
agave
entertainment areas
swim up bars
neutral tones
LED lights
outdoor showers
Some Materials We Love:
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Hamptons Coastal

Warm summer nights, mid July. Hamptons Style is simple. It's chic, it's timeless, it's beachy.
Faves:
classic blue & white
teak furniture
boxwoods / hedges / privacy trees
hydrangeas
gravel
turf-inlay pavers
porcelain pavers
large pools with spas
pergolas, outdoor kitchens and seating areas
modern fireplaces
Some Materials We Love:
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Modern Maximalist

Anything goes. And when we say that, we mean it. Mixed prints, tons of textures. Extremely dramatic. Bits and pieces of every aesthetic thrown together in a bowl to create anything and everything maximalist.
Faves:
decor !!!
unique lighting
throw rugs
throw pillows , poufs, bean bags
printed or bold color tile
string lights
Some Materials We Love:
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Palm Springs

It's Mid Century Modern with a little more color and flare. A colorful, retro inspired desert oasis.
Faves:
pink / white stripes
cactus and agave
palm trees
irregular/ funky shapes
retro flare
bright, neon statement door
statement lighting and furniture
Some Materials We Love:
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Organic Modern

A maximalist's worst nightmare. Cool earth tones, neutrals and organic materials.
Faves:
Linen
wood tones
limestone
exposed brick
lush plants, trees
wooden furniture
clean design
Some Materials We Love:
Daltile - Museo
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