When considering your garden's design, it can often feel overwhelming or confusing as to what to include and what to avoid. In this blog post, we will discuss 10 different garden design ideas for your home to inspire your outdoor space.
Incorporating pathways into your garden design is a useful and desirable tool to help create ‘zones’ in your garden. By sectioning off certain areas and adding pathways between them, you can create a dynamic and interesting feel to your space - no matter the size.
Whether you’re passionate about entertaining, have a busy family or simply enjoy relaxing outdoors on a summer evening - patios and decking provide a versatile choice for your garden. By creating a solid area, either ground level or raised, you open up a range of possibilities for your space. Our landscaping team are experts in both patio and decking installation, with a wide range of colours, styles and designs to best suit your personal needs.
Wooden timber framework and features are highly popular choices for garden designs. Archways can be used to separate and define the different areas of your garden, whilst remaining a strong feature piece.
Pergolas and other outdoor structures are also highly desirable, creating extra space to entertain, relax or simply rejuvenate an otherwise empty space.
Adding water to your outdoor space can not only enhance its beauty and aesthetics but also serve as a tranquil retreat from the hustle of everyday life. Water features are available in a range of both modern and traditional styles to suit any space. Ponds are also a great way to breathe life into your garden.
Lighting is an element of garden design that can often get overlooked, however when implemented correctly it can completely transform a space. Use of specialist lighting, for example along pathways or within plant beds, allows you to highlight different areas of your garden. Lighting also benefits from extra safety, security and allows you to spend more time comfortably outdoors on those long summer evenings.
Utilising the vertical element of your garden is a great way to get the most of your space. By incorporating raised planter beds, not only will your plants benefit from better soil quality and drainage, but you will also open up a range of possibilities with the extra space. Adding other elements, such as trellises or hanging baskets is also a great way to create extra features.
Your garden is meant to be enjoyed, and that’s why considering your seating space is so critical to a great garden design. Planning your outdoor space around your seating requirements allows you to make the most of your space, whether that's outdoor sofas, swing seats or bespoke timber benches.
Over recent years the addition of garden cabins, offices or pods has seen a drastic rise. Providing extra valuable space to your garden, whether that's as a work from home haven or a private retreat away from the kids, a purpose built cabin offers a variety of options. Our landscaping and outdoor carpentry team are proficient in creating custom solutions, from the bare essentials to complete luxury, contact our landscaping team today to arrange your consultation.
Adding privacy screens to your garden is a simple yet effective way to increase it’s appeal. Whether it’s to shield you from neighbours or simply to provide a hideaway spot to relax, privacy screens are a dynamic option for any garden space. Ranging from simple timber, to more elaborate panels and designs- the options are endless when it comes to creating that secluded feel.
Flowers, Shrubs and Trees can be likened to ingredients and flavours of a great dish. Each element of your garden should serve a purpose to enhance the look and feel of your space. With bespoke planting plans, you can create a floral paradise, utilising colour and scent to invigorate your space. Combining carefully selected shrubbery and trees is also a great way to maximise your gardens aesthetic, adding dynamic layers and textures to areas which may otherwise feel neglected.
In this post we have discussed some of the main garden design features you may want to consider for your own outdoor space. Ranging from simple additions to grander scale projects, we hope that you now feel confident and inspired to plan your own garden haven. If you are looking for expert garden design and landscaping services across Leicester, Leicestershire or Loughborough - contact our landscaping division today to arrange your free consultation and meeting. Alternatively, book your appointment online.
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