Oh I am so in love with bridges too...This might just be the ultimate patio to me.

If you're a big lover of natural wood, here's a modern approach. 2-inch wood paneled boxes can contain your planting beds, add warmth and also have somewhat of a furniture look. The only real drawback is upkeep; you'll probably have to restain and reseal the wood twice a year. Next: More photos of retaining walls

porcelain wood tile on planters

Don't want this

reling

Plants behind comfortable view

wall overhang

I like the sea through railing, and the planter on the front porch.

Modern boxes blend indoor with out

Gefäß

raised planter boxes

planter boxes - opposing joints

Wood Plant box

glass exterior railing

Wall for tree/etc in yard

Garden boxes

nice idea for planter boxes

the look, but not having to restain & reseal 2x year

MACETAS BALCON

planter box

planter siding

love the view