A sleek patio with a glass-roof canopy and small downlights shelters a long floating concrete bench lit by an LED strip, accented with two cobalt pillows. Light travertine tiles surround a narrow reflecting pool containing three translucent glass spheres. Large rusted Corten steel planters hold small maple trees, while a smooth plaster wall and vertical cedar slats create a clean, contemporary backdrop.

Contemporary Patio with Corten Planters and Glass Canopy

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A contemporary patio pairs a glass canopy and recessed lights with a floating concrete bench edged in warm LED. Travertine paving frames a slim reflecting pool punctuated by translucent glass spheres. Corten planters with sculptural maple trees anchor a smooth plaster wall and slatted cedar screen. Cream stone, gray concrete, rust tones, black metal, and cobalt pillows set a calm, minimalist mood.

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warm cream travertine rusted orange-brown Corten cool gray concrete deep cobalt blue cushions black metal accents

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