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Outdoor Shrubs Small Patio, Porch, Deck Side Yard Design Photos and Ideas

The simple wood exterior can be customized based on the owner's wishes.
Located in Aarhus, Denmark, Villa R is a minimalist, serene structure clad in zinc panels. "The objective was to create a house that brings the forest inside through large glass panels—and create an ever-changing seasonal backdrop for the interior living spaces," stated the architecture firm, C.F. Møller, of the 3,200-square-foot abode.
Outside, a triangular saltwater pool overlooks breathtaking views.
The outdoors are part of the cohesive design, embracing the vegetation, sites, and sunlight.
A young Finnish designer bypasses building permits by creating an affordable tiny home under 100 square feet.
While Falck built most of the tiny home himself, he hired a local carpenter to build the window frame and door.
"The border between inside and outside fades because of the perpetuation of the washed concrete flooring, reminiscent of cannon bases. Just like the shutters of the old barn, the sliding facades of the expansion offer the opportunity to seal off the guest complex entirely," explains Vanhoutte.
Planters have been placed around the pleats to create pockets of sky gardens on the perimeter of the building, with some featuring steps that lead to other outdoor terraces.