Need help with decked area

7 years ago

last modified: 7 years ago

Had to lay this deck to cover an unsightly concrete raft that is linked to the stone garage. The reinforced concrete couldn't be broken up and has connections for the Beam vacuum and water well embedded in it. The low stone wall is to define the edge and 'fix' it to the garage. Don't really know how to create something visually interesting without spending a fortune. Any ideas? PS We probably won't use it to actually sit on as we have others areas around the garden where we can eat, drink and chill out. Many Thanks

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Gerard Kennedy
7 years ago
Maybe add potted plants or potted veg garden/herb garden?

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Lorraine Bull
7 years ago
As you've got the Abbey Road sign, why not make it a music corner? Perhaps a Beatles inspired / Sixties monochrome scheme. You could get a musical notes design printed on an outdoor canvas for the wall, or a sail & hang over to create shade. Perhaps some instrument outlines on the wall. Planting could be black & white with pops of colour. A decorative white chair & outdoor rug would look inviting. Or you could even paint boards b&w stripes like the zebra crossing!
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Charlotte Garland
7 years ago
I also think it would be a great idea to put some pretty plants on the deck. Perhaps a couple of large ones which would eliminate the "emptiness". It could be a good idea to use it as a barbecue cooking area in the summer!

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