DENVER — Living in the heart of the city is exciting but typically doesn't come with a lot of space.
Michael Hupf from Lifescape Colorado, in partnership with Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado, took Denver7 to one of downtown Denver's most pristine high-rise buildings to showcase how you can create a beautiful garden or outdoor living area in a small urban patio space.
Hupf says you can get creative with different design elements. Even in some small spaces, you can put in an outdoor kitchen or grill. A small firepit might even be feasible, as they don't take up too much space.
Since most high-rise patios are well above the ground, Hupf explains you have to think about how the weather is different up high than on the ground. You'll need shade solutions and windbreaks, as Mother Nature's elements can be a bit more harsh higher up.
Hupf explains you can keep your plantings alive in container boxes with the right irrigation. You can use annuals, trees and shrubs to create an element of privacy from neighbors as well.
Watch the video below to see how you can elevate your small outdoor living space.
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