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Courtyard With Modern Metal Gate

This modern entry courtyard by Project Groundwork welcomes visitors with a 300-pound metal gate that's set in a 5-foot concrete wall surrounding the space. Bluestone pavers and with crushed gravel form a sitting area for the outdoor wood furniture. In addition, a tall cedar fence provides an additional layer of privacy.

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Photo: Coreen Schmidt Photography. From: Project Groundwork.

Modern Seattle Courtyard with Steel Gate

A self-latching steel gate creates an eye-catching entrance to this modern courtyard. The 300-pound gate spans the space between the 60-inch tall concrete wall. The gate, which was custom fabricated by Dennis Schleder, matches the modern rustic style of the planter box and courtyard within.

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Photo: Coreen Schmidt Photography. From: Project Groundwork.

Metal Gate in Modern Courtyard

A custom-fabricated metal gate separates the front yard from the modern courtyard. The designer knew the gate had to be interesting enough to stand up to the 5-foot-tall concrete walls on either side, so they designed a self-latching gate. The gate, fabricated by Dennis Schleder, weighs 300 pounds.

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Photo: Coreen Schmidt Photography. From: Project Groundwork.

Modern Seattle Courtyard with Metal Planter and Concrete Wall

A metal planter displays the house number just outside this modern courtyard. Drought-resistant plants fill the rustic container, which accents the contemporary concrete wall that separates the patio from the street.

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Photo: Coreen Schmidt Photography. From: Project Groundwork.

Modern Courtyard with Stone Pavers, Seating and Cedar Fencing

Bluestone paving with pebble accents, crushed granite and cedar fencing work together to transform what was previously an RV parking space into a modern courtyard. The lines of the furniture mimic the lines of the cedar fencing.

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