10 Creative Ways to Bring Structure to Your Outdoor Room

10 Creative Ways to Bring Structure to Your Outdoor Room

Get a sense of protection and coziness with living walls, pergolas, planters and more, says Laura Gaskill, a Houzz Contributor.  Gaskill says,  the secrets of a great outdoor room — one that makes you feel instantly relaxed and at home — is the suggestion of a wall, roof or door. Whether made of stone, wood or living greenery, the structure brings a sense of protection to an outdoor space. Here are 10 beautiful ideas for your patio, terrace or deck to spark your imagination. Read and see more: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/48736134?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u1306&utm_medium=email&utm_content=gallery12

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Outdoor Structure Ideas for Patios Using Pergola and Outdoor Fireplace, Schmechtig Landscapes Project on HGTV’s Landscapers Challenge

 

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Barrington, Il., Patio Design, Schmechtig Landscapes – a stone retaining wall and flagstone patio create the best outdoor space to enjoy meals around the fireplace. A fence blocks out street and neighbors views with plants around and above the wall for a secret-garden feel.
 

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Another view of the Barrington, IL., Patio Design, Schmechtig Landscapes

 

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Schmechtig Landscapes HGTV Project for Landscapers Challenge, Pergola, Outdoor Fireplace and Stone Wall around fireplace are features incorporated in this patio design.

 

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How to Use a Trellis in your Outdoor Design Ideas, Schmechtig Landscapes Wilmette, IL. Formal Historic Garden Design with Trellis