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Ross Land StudioAn unused area of lawn has been repurposed as a meditation garden. The meandering path of limestone step stones weaves through a birch grove. The matrix planting of carex grasses is interspersed with flowering natives throughout the season. Fall is spectacular with the blooming of aromatic asters.
Little Miracles Designs - TorontoThe approach to this backyard was to turn the orientation of the design to take attention away from the squareness of the space. A cozy conversation nook was designed with a raised planter behind.
Jyn Meyer PhotographerRustic log style home in McMinnville, Oregon. Situated on a hill landscaping included a raised bed garden and various fruits trees, maples, and oaks.
Inspiration for a rustic back full sun garden for autumn in Portland with a raised bed, gravel and a wood fence.
Inspiration for a rustic back full sun garden for autumn in Portland with a raised bed, gravel and a wood fence.
Plan-it Earth DesignA string of small bioswales manages stormwater from the property higher on the hill, also from the slope of their own backyard. Native plants provide habitat while reducing erosion and slowing the movement of water across the property
Project MasterzInspiration for a small rustic back xeriscape partial sun garden for autumn in Austin with a fire feature and decomposed granite.
Split Rail Fence Co Denver COMedium sized traditional back full sun garden for autumn in Denver with a garden path and gravel.
Michael Aiello Construction, Inc.Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back full sun raised pond for autumn in New York with decking.
The Garden Design StudioThe Garden Design Studio designed all of the water features and hardscape pictured.
This is an example of a medium sized modern back formal full sun garden for autumn in Austin with natural stone paving and a pond.
This is an example of a medium sized modern back formal full sun garden for autumn in Austin with natural stone paving and a pond.
Serge van der Voo Landscapes LLCThis rough millstone granite fountain was placed in a heavily planted pocket to soften its 6' diameter of Mexican pebbles.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back partial sun garden for autumn in Detroit with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back partial sun garden for autumn in Detroit with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Magic Landscaping, Inc.Natural pathway stones wind through the garden. Boulders protrude to add interest and seating, pea gravel creates open space and take the place of lawn.
Magic Landscaping, Inc- New Jersey Landscape Designer & Contractor.
Housetrends MagazineWhen you open the back doors of the home of Nancy and Jeremy Campbell in Granville, you don’t just step out onto a patio. You enter an extension of a modern living space that just happens to be outdoors. Their patio’s unique design and setting provides the comfort and style of indoors while enjoying the natural beauty and fresh air of outdoors.
It all started with a rather desolate back yard. “It was completely blank, there was nothing back there,” Nancy remembers of the patio space of this 1972 split-level house they bought five years ago. With a blank slate to work with, the Campbells knew the key elements of what they wanted for their new outdoor space when they sat down with Travis Ketron of Ketron Custom Builders to design it. “We knew we wanted something covered so we could use it in the rain, and in the winter, and we knew we wanted a stone fireplace,” Nancy recalls.
Travis translated the Campbells’ vision into a design to satisfy outdoor entertaining and relaxing desires in all seasons. The new outdoor space is reminiscent of a vast, rustic great room complete with a stone fireplace, a vaulted ceiling, skylights, and ceiling fans, yet no walls. The space is completely open to the elements without any glass or doors on any of the sides, except from the house. Furnished like a great room, with a built-in music system as well, it’s truly an extension of indoor living and entertaining space, and one that is unaffected by rain. Jeremy comments, “We haven’t had to cover the furniture yet. It would have to be a pretty strong wind to get wet.” Just outside the covered patio is a quartet of outdoor chairs adorned with plush cushions and colorful pillows, positioned perfectly for users to bask in the sun.
In the design process, the fireplace emerged as the anchor of the space and set the stage for the outdoor space both aesthetically and functionally. “We didn’t want it to block the view. Then designing the space with Travis, the fireplace became the center,” remembers Jeremy. Placed directly across from the two sets of French doors leading out from the house, a Rumford fireplace and extended hearth of stone in neutral earth tones is the focal point of this outdoor living room. Seating for entertaining and lounging falls easily into place around it providing optimal viewing of the private, wooded back yard. When temperatures cool off, the fireplace provides ample warmth and a cozy setting to experience the change of seasons. “It’s a great fireplace for the space,” Jeremy says of the unique design of a Rumford style fireplace. “The way you stack the wood in the fireplace is different so as to get more heat. It has a shallower box, burns hotter and puts off more heat. Wood is placed in it vertically, not stacked.” Just in case the fireplace doesn’t provide enough light for late-night soirees, there is additional outdoor lighting mounted from the ceiling to make sure the party always goes on.
Travis brought the idea of the Rumford outdoor fireplace to the Campbells. “I learned about it a few years back from some masons, and I was intrigued by the idea then,” he says. “We like to do stuff that’s out of the norm, and this fireplace fits the space and function very well.” Travis adds, “People want unique things that are designed for them. That’s our style to do that for them.”
The patio also extends out to an uncovered area set up with patio tables for grilling and dining. Gray pavers flow throughout from the covered space to the open-air area. Their continuous flow mimics the feel of flooring that extends from a living room into a dining room inside a home. Also, the earth tone colors throughout the space on the pavers, fireplace and furnishings help the entire space mesh nicely with its natural surroundings.
A little ways off from both the covered and uncovered patio area is a stone fire pit ring. Removed by just the right distance, it provides a separate place for young adults to gather and enjoy the night.
Adirondack chairs and matching tables surround the outdoor fire pit, offering seating for anyone who doesn’t wish to stand and a place to set down ingredients for yummy fireside treats like s’mores.
Padded chairs outside the reach of the pavilion and the nearby umbrella the perfect place to kick back and relax in the sun. The colorful throw pillows and outdoor furniture cushions add some needed color and a touch of personality.
Enjoying the comforts of indoors while being outdoors is exactly what the Campbells are doing now, particularly when lounging on the comfortable wicker furniture that dominate most of the area. “My favorite part of the whole thing is the fireplace,” Nancy says.
Jeremy concludes, “There is no television, it would destroy the ambiance out there. We just enjoy listening to music and watching the fire.”
Ecoscape Environmental DesignA cobalt blue fountain set in black pebbles creates a calming background water sound, perfect for a small space in a busy neighborhood.
Small contemporary back partial sun garden for autumn in Denver with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Small contemporary back partial sun garden for autumn in Denver with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Le jardinetPlace a bench where you can enjoy fragrance and watch butterflies and birds.
Le jardinet
Design ideas for a traditional back garden for autumn in Seattle.
Design ideas for a traditional back garden for autumn in Seattle.
Landscape LogicA complete backyard makeover by Landscape Logic, designed by Tony VItale. This backyard was never used prior to the remodel. Now the backyard is the most used space of the house. It has everything you need to either host a party or just hang out and relax with the family.
Bliss Garden Design, LLCBliss Garden Design
This is an example of a contemporary back garden for autumn in Seattle with a potted garden and gravel.
This is an example of a contemporary back garden for autumn in Seattle with a potted garden and gravel.
GEL: Griffin Enright LandscapeGrass steps are the central element in a layered hilside landscape.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back full sun garden for autumn in Los Angeles with a garden path.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back full sun garden for autumn in Los Angeles with a garden path.
Fair Studio - Email Us Directly: Hello@Fair.StudioTimber tech decking, black concrete steps and a concrete patio allowed for beautiful contrast in the hard-landscaped materials.
This is an example of a medium sized retro back formal partial sun garden for autumn in Los Angeles with a pathway and decking.
This is an example of a medium sized retro back formal partial sun garden for autumn in Los Angeles with a pathway and decking.
Plan-it Earth DesignItea 'Little Henry' plays a starring roll in this residential rain garden with it's astounding fall color. Design by Plan-it Earth Design, Installation and photo by Donna Burdick of D&J Landscape Contractors
Southland VinylInspiration for a medium sized classic back partial sun garden for autumn in Los Angeles with concrete paving.
Back Garden for Autumn Ideas and Designs
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