It's spring in LA and that means that gardens, outdoor entertaining and gardening are about to go into full swing. We've got a vegetable garden growing and plans for some outdoor seating so that we're geared up for summer. The dwarf meyer lemon has blossoms, the roses are bursting. Jump below for inspiration from LA House Tours to get your outdoor space ready for summer:
Top Row:
• Jeffrey and Joseph's Garage Sale Chic
• A modern outdoor space from last year's Dwell on Design Eastside Home Tours
• Kelly Van Patter's Poolside Succulents
• Sherry and Miguel's Marvimon House (and Woolly Pocket starters!)
• Sharon Montrose's Backyard Retreat
Bottom Row:
• Stephanie and Bob's SilverRidge Sanctuary
• Victoria and Han's Indoor Outdoor California Bungalow
• Kristen and Mike's Mid Century On a Budget
• Gary's Outdoor Space
(Images: Jeffrey Eyser, Abby Stone, Gregory Han, Beth Ziegler, Sharon Montrose, Gregory Han, Gregory Han, Kristen James, Gary Ward)
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I love these yards. No icky lawns to mow and waste tons of water.
I agree with leehou. These outdoor spaces just don't inspire.
Funny, one of the photos made an idea for MY backyard click into place. Inspiration is a mysterious thing!
Yeah, I really like these yards.
Umm, if you have a kidney shaped pool... I don't see why you need "apartment therapy".
I like pic 8, the rest, not very inspirational IMO.