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Planter bench
Thomas J. Story

Modern planter bench

Instead of legs, this 10-foot-long bench sits on a pair of oversize ceramic pots. This makes it easier to build and more appealing than your average bench.

For the final touch, plant something stunning (we chose New Zealand flax).

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