Contemporary Patio Design Ideas with a Water Feature
FormLA Landscaping
Hedges of Catalina Cherry, a shrub that thrives in Pasadena's hot, dry summers lines the left side of this patio. Its (edible!) cherries draw birds in autumn, while its blooms do the same in spring. It makes a great exchange for an all too ubiquitous ficus hedge.
Merrifield Garden Center
Stone slabs then mortared stone on concrete form a staircase within boulder walls. Together they terrace a significant slope.
Design and installation by Merrifield Garden Center. Photo: Wayne Boyland.
Cascade Outdoor Design
Small spaces can provide big challenges. These homeowners wanted to include a lot in their tiny backyard! There were also numerous city restrictions to comply with, and elevations to contend with. The design includes several seating areas, a fire feature that can be seen from the home's front entry, a water wall, and retractable screens.
This was a "design only" project. Installation was coordinated by the homeowner and completed by others.
Photos copyright Cascade Outdoor Design, LLC
Greener Living Solutions Inc
Custom waterfeature in wall with Acid stain finish, provides screening from a neighbor as well as reduces traffic sounds. Chartreuse colored bamboo in rusted steel planters screens the neighboring house.
Contemporary Patio Design Ideas with a Water Feature
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