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How to: Modern Planter Bench

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Two in One. Adding additional seating and some greenery are two basic objectives for a stylish outdoor space. We found this great solution that combines both in one piece via Sunset magazine's website.
 
 

They used two large ceramic pots to act as legs, and built a wood top that rests right over them. We love the simple concept and could see lots of ways to customize it to any space. Click here to see the step-by-step instructions. Has anyone ever made something like this, or has something similar in their outdoor space?


UPDATE: AT:LA reader Jessika sent us a picture (click here to view) of her version that she made! She says that "It was SIMPLE. I used $1.29 Walmart carwash buckets, handles removed and completely painted, and then simple pine, sanded and stained (to match my frame). I added a few trivets for some additional style. IT is a WONDERFUL, sturdy bench. I put succulents in there, that way I could not have to water them too often (the buckets don't have holes b/c they're on carpeting and I didn't want to deal with mud).It's a great project, and took me only a couple of hours." (thanks Jessika!)
Image via Sunset Magazine

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No, haven't made this or something similar before, but I just sent this to my bf because he's been talking about building a bench for our backyard and this is PERFECT!!

posted by kim.desiretoinspire on June 25th 2007 at 9:31am
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Really nice!!!

posted by oceandreamer56 on June 25th 2007 at 9:41am
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This is nice! (How about an indoor version?)

My only caveat: they have to emphasize the need for two very STURDY pots. Imagine the whole bench crashing down if the pots can't take the weight.

posted by meltendo on June 25th 2007 at 6:20pm
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Love the bench idea, but maybe with different plants? Looks a little dangerous to me with those spiky plants.

posted by robyn on June 26th 2007 at 3:11am
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I recently did this indoors-- a bench at the foot of my bed. It's GREAT! Just make sure you choose buckets with no holes on the bottom or have some sort of plan for where the water will go when you water.

posted by Lawdesigner on June 26th 2007 at 9:23am
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Phormium dangerous? Nah, they're like a collection of long, leathery seatbelts. You'd have to try pretty hard to hurt yourself. :)

GREAT plant choice, I'd say.

posted by kellylc on June 26th 2007 at 11:53am
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