One thing we absolutely LOVE about landscape design is that there is no limit to what is possible. Sometimes we feel like we are in the business of making dreams a reality! So let’s take a little garden stroll to look at some design elements that can modernise your backyard.
There is often space that gets neglected in a garden, even in small gardens, and clever design is one way to change that. The use of different textures and materials adds interest and can make your garden an extension of your indoor living area, particularly with doors that open right up. The image below shows a clever use of grass as “carpet”, as well as a combination of decking and pavers to create entertaining areas.
Adding ornaments, or a special sculpture can help add a little pizzazz and help keep a simple space from looking boring. Such a focal point also serves to slow the eye down, so it doesn’t take in the whole garden too quickly.
There is often space that gets neglected in a garden, even in small gardens, and clever design is one way to change that. The use of different textures and materials adds interest and can make your garden an extension of your indoor living area, particularly with doors that open right up. The image below shows a clever use of grass as “carpet”, as well as a combination of decking and pavers to create entertaining areas.
Adding ornaments, or a special sculpture can help add a little pizzazz and help keep a simple space from looking boring. Such a focal point also serves to slow the eye down, so it doesn’t take in the whole garden too quickly.
Contemporary art enhances and enlivens any space, and you’ll notice that a quality piece of art can totally change the mood and atmosphere of a garden. You can see below how the curved shape of this moon gate fits harmoniously in landscapes of all kinds and makes entering the garden a memorable event.
Sculptures or artwork can also bring special meaning to your garden. We find that some of our clients enjoy using sculptures that they’ve brought back from a favourite holiday destination to be incorporated in their garden design, adding a personal touch.
The key to all stunning gardens in modern landscape design is great planting that is chosen, arranged and settled well. One way of doing this is by keeping palettes minimal, which provides an overall restrained and architectural look, as shown in the below image.
The key to all stunning gardens in modern landscape design is great planting that is chosen, arranged and settled well. One way of doing this is by keeping palettes minimal, which provides an overall restrained and architectural look, as shown in the below image.
Your choice of plants, colours, artwork, and water feature styles really does stretch as far as your
imagination can take it. If you’re not worn out by our little garden stroll, perhaps you’d like to take a look at some of our recent projects for some further inspiration on how you could modernise your own space using landscape design. Or you could just take a moment to enjoy this outdoor shower.
For more inspirational makeover ideas for your outdoor space, call
the team at Valley Garden Landscapes on 02 9548 6024. We’re happy to
help!
