A 1940's bungalow was renovated and transformed for a small family. This is a small space - 800 sqft (2 bed, 2 bath) full of charm and character. Custom and vintage furnishings, art, and accessories give the space character and a layered and lived-in vibe. This is a small space so there are several clever storage solutions throughout. Vinyl wood flooring layered with wool and natural fiber rugs. Wall sconces and industrial pendants add to the farmhouse aesthetic. A simple and modern space for a fairly minimalist family. Located in Costa Mesa, California. Photos: Ryan Garvin

An herb spiral is a way to grow herbs that takes up less space and provides various types of planting conditions. Photo by: Amy Whitworth
This is an example of a small eclectic landscaping in Portland.

Brent A. Riechers
Photo of a small contemporary full sun rooftop vegetable garden landscape in Chicago.

Frasier Meadows is home to a very active retirement community in Boulder, Colorado. The front yard area comes alive in late spring and early summer with a carpet of aromatic wooly thyme in full bloom.

Brent A. Riechers
Inspiration for a small contemporary full sun rooftop vegetable garden landscape in Chicago.

Custom made cedar planter boxes located at the end of an outdoor kitchen. These are for growing culinary herbs. The patio is made from Belgard Mega Arbel concrete pavers. Designed and built by Botanica Atlanta.

Crafty herbs planted in mason jars make a cute green accent in the kitchen window. Blackstock Photography
Enclosed kitchen - mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

A downtown setting that meets the needs of the avid green thumb. The lounge set is made from the same material as a trampoline for maximum durability. The vertical planter on the stained slat wall allows for the owner to grow their own herbs and vegetables while living in the concrete jungle.

Brent A. Riechers
Inspiration for a small contemporary full sun rooftop vegetable garden landscape in Chicago.

Brent A. Riechers
Photo of a small contemporary full sun rooftop vegetable garden landscape in Chicago.

Summer herbs hung to dry | Lore Patterson
This is an example of a mid-sized rustic landscaping in Seattle.

Peppers and tomatoes are underplanted with zinnias in this beautiful vegetable garden. Learn how to grow easy vegetables that look great on your patio from the book "Easy Container Combos: Vegetables & Flowers." See a free, 24 page sample of the book at www.pamela-crawford.com. in the 'Books' section. Pamela Crawford designed and photographed the planter. Pamela designs landscapes throughout Palm Beach County, FL, including Boca Raton, Delray Beach, the town of Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, and Wellington.

Patio vegetable garden - small cottage backyard gravel patio vegetable garden idea in Bridgeport with no cover

Inspiration for a large farmhouse full sun backyard gravel vegetable garden landscape in San Francisco for summer.

This is an example of a mediterranean vegetable garden landscape in Orange County.

Growing lettuces and fresh basil in a window box mounted on the front deck railing. Photo by Steve Masley
Example of an eclectic deck design in San Francisco

Example of a mid-sized trendy l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen design in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Becky Cunningham
Example of a small country backyard home design design in New Orleans with an awning