In many cases, deciding on what you want your garden to be like is initially
the hardest, but then the easiest part of the process. It is translating that vision into a reality that takes the bulk of the time: working out how parts of a garden can sit together, how planting interest throughout the year can be sustained, deciding on hard landscaping materials that will work in all weather conditions. Your garden is an extension of your home and it should provide
a place for you to enjoy life to the full. When thinking about
any changes that you may make to the yard, it is important to
consider how you propose to use the space, not just now but in
the future.
the hardest, but then the easiest part of the process. It is translating that vision into a reality that takes the bulk of the time: working out how parts of a garden can sit together, how planting interest throughout the year can be sustained, deciding on hard landscaping materials that will work in all weather conditions. Your garden is an extension of your home and it should provide
a place for you to enjoy life to the full. When thinking about
any changes that you may make to the yard, it is important to
consider how you propose to use the space, not just now but in
the future.
Whether your garden is big or small, doing any type of upgrade can be fairly simple, as long as you stick to a clear plan. By simply figuring out your essentials, utilizing all your space, drawing out your plans, and sticking to a consistent style, you can come up with a clear and easy garden plan that will satisfy all your outdoor needs.
A garden (particularly a smaller garden) is a great excuse to let your imagination run wild, and to experiment with different looks. This carefully planned out space has a great little walkway, raised vegetable beds, and a bocce ball court.
View your garden as an extension of your character as well as of your home: if it does not reflect your lifestyle, you will not feel comfortable in it. Ask yourself what you want to use your garden for. Will it be a plantsman’s laboratory or an extra playroom for the children.
Incorporate hardscaping as well as landscaping into your garden. Make room for people as well as plants — otherwise your garden won't be able to be enjoyed properly!
Most successful designers look outside their own discipline for other influences to help develop their concepts and push the boundaries of design, so seek inspiration from a variety of sources or select a theme.