Whether you are thinking about completely redesigning your backyard, simply making a few changes or have just purchased a new home with no livable back area there are many factors to consider. In order to get the most out of your yard, think of it as an extension of your home; you are in fact planning and designing an outside room.
Here are some questions to consider:
What is your lifestyle? Do you envision a backyard where you can easily entertain family and friends or more of a quiet oasis for a cup of coffee or before dinner glass of wine?
Who else is going to be using the garden? Young children, pets, teenagers and their friends?
Do you have a theme in mind? California casual, the splashy colours of an English garden or perhaps more of an Asian influence?
Have you studied your property?
Sunny areas
Shady areas
Views
Wind direction
Water flow and drainage
What details do you want? Pathways, seating areas, a fireplace or BBQ area, water features, lighting, or even a covered area
What materials do you want to incorporate? Subsequently how much maintenance do you want to do?
Finally ……….. What will your budget be?
Remember don’t over design, leave some breathing room. Plants and shrubbery will spread and get bigger and some grass space helps to avoid an overcrowded look.
Feeling a bit overwhelmed? Why not consider hiring a landscaping company. They will have suggestions you might not have thought of plus they know what will grow well in your area.
