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Rain Chains: A Genius Alternative to Gutters - Gardenista

an outdoor garden with flowers and plants on the side of a house, next to a walkway

Modern in the Country

Eric and Melinda purchased a 10-acre plot of land in rural Yelm, Washington, with visions of a new home on the range. There would be vineyards, gardens, an orchard, bees and chickens—typical country fodder—but they would showcase their design sensibility with a not-so-typical modern abode. Enlisting Matthew Coates of Coates Design, the outcome is a modern home that, while striking, is still a natural fit in the country location.

Indoor/Outdoor House Design Lopez Island, WA |Natural Modern Architecture Firm

a small tree in front of a house with wooden sidings and wood accents on the roof

14 Modern Homes That Use Rain Chains To Divert Water

14 Modern Homes That Use Rain Chains To Divert Water // Multiple chains hang from this roof and guide water into small garden keeping the plants well watered.

the back porch has a swing set and rock garden area, along with a small cabin in the background

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the walkway is lined with stones and gravel, leading to an outdoor area that has a swing

Summer retreat gets a refreshing modern update on Long Island

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an outdoor covered area with benches and trees in the background, surrounded by green grass

Wooden Pavilions By Lake Flato Create A Farming School In The Texas Landscape - Decor10 Blog

Josey Pavilion by Lake|Flato

a small wooden house sitting next to a tree

14 Modern Homes That Use Rain Chains To Divert Water

14 Modern Homes That Use Rain Chains To Divert Water // A chunky black chain carries rain water into a bed of rock at the front door of this home creating an industrial look as you walk in.

a bench sitting on top of a cement slab next to a stone wall and water feature

35+ Amazing Ideas Adding River Rocks To Your Home Design

River rocks are only lying in the river to be washed, and they can also increase the gorgeous colors for your life. That’s true. River rocks are beautiful natural accents and great natural building and decorating materials that can add to your home design ideas regardless indoors,patio or your backyard. With natural colors and round …

How to make a rain chain

How to make a rain chain | OregonLive.com