In other words, It was a dream come true, Fitzpatrick says with a laugh.
The pairhes a garden designer; shes an interior designerwere up for an aesthetic challenge they could tackle together.
Scot Eckley
It really feels like an oasis when you look out on a gray Seattle day.
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In the sunken lounge area, Eckley installed a fireplace in the retaining wall.
It’s a calm, neutral palette, Eckley says.
Carve out Relaxation Space
Thearbor Eckley constructedis sturdy enough to support aswinging daybed.
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The couple planted whiteclimbing rosesthat will eventually train up the structure.
A traditional garden stool, oversize pots, and a stone orb complete the area.
That’s how Fitzpatrick and Eckley merged their divergent styles.
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“Im intoEnglish gardensand romantic plantings, Fitzpatrick says.
Scots language is a little more modern.
The steps to the lawn in this couple’s yard reflects their merging of styles.
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Link to Indoors
The best urban backyard, of course, is one you actually use.
Eckley and Fitzpatrickinstalled French doorsfrom their family room to the lounge area, encouraging more outdoor time.
It also allows the green view outside to permeate the indoor space.
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Evoke a Mediterranean Escape
Fitzpatrick chose the teak dining table and chairs for their subtly European look.
The pieces also fold down for storage in the winter.
The couple also opted forwarm-tone gravelfor the dining area.
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Anespaliered apple treeand oversizecontainers holding tomatoesadd dimension against the hedges.
Fitzpatrick selected Benjamin Moore Brewster Gray for the trim on the house.
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