Thursday 14 May 2015

Lighten Up - 6 Inspiring Ways to Use Light in Your Garden This Winter - Garden design Sydney

Gardens are places to enjoy for relaxation, escapism and entertainment. What better after a day at work in hectic Sydney than to retreat into your own private paradise?
With winter setting in, the outdoors is becoming a less attractive option with cooler weather and the sun disappearing earlier.
Claim back your backyard and make it a space for all hours and seasons with some clever landscape design choices that incorporate lighting!
Liven up outdoor living spaces

Entertainment areas can be used beyond daylight hours with the installation of effective lighting. Inject life into your outside living space with lighting that will not just make it easier to mingle, eat and drink, but also give the space a sense of warmth and vibrancy. To address the winter’s cold, why not add an outdoor heater or fireplace too?

Show the pathway

Lighting serves a number of functions beyond the aesthetic. Arguably the most important is safety. Lighting provides safe guidance of where to walk, while also highlighting the texture and colour of your chosen paving. 
Set the mood

Lighting can be used to highlight some features, while casting shadows on others, creating a dramatic effect. Colour can also be added to add some fun, while timers, sensors and faders can be utilised to make a dynamic sequences that respond to how you use the space.
Create a sense of depth and space

Change your perception of a garden with strategic lighting. Want to make a feature of some mature trees? Want to make your courtyard seem larger and more dynamic? Sydney Landscape designers have the ability to use lighting to transform a space using lighting, such as this Paddington courtyard.
Bring your features to the forefront
 
Statues and artwork have great pride of place in a garden and give it a narrative while adding sophistication. Why not enjoy these from inside the warmth of your home?
Hardscape and water feature lighting
 
Show off the hardscape elements of your backyard- retaining walls, feature walls, decking and rails, any constructed element of your backyard can be light to serve both functionality and add visual appeal. Water features can also inject interest and energy to your garden.
Tailoring a lighting solution to make the most of your garden isn’t an easy process. Call Valley Garden Landscapes on 02 9548 6024 for more information and advice.

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