What can I do in this outdoor space to hide utility boxes/cables/etc?



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We are in the process of completely redoing our backyard. One wall that I'm having trouble with is where all the utilities come into the house. I have seen a few ideas to hide these things, but they have to be able to read our electric meter. Any suggestions?? There will be a small section of a fence to the left - at the corner - to block off the trashcans, etc. If we move it over to hide these utilities too, it's really blocking a lot of area off, and looks strange. Some sort of decoration-like piece or something..? We're trying to keep it a tropical theme, if that helps.

This is the area that I feel needs to be hidden. =) However, they have to be able to read our meter.

This is the whole wall, so you get an idea of how much space there is to work with. There will be a small section of a fence to the left - at the corner - to block off the trash cans, etc.

This has been my solution - at least for now. I still want to paint the utility boxes, etc, but just have not been able to just yet. Thanks for all the input!!!

This is how it looks now, after painting. I still put the pretty palms in front, but they don't block the meter. It looks so much better!
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Carole on May 26, 2015
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