Gentle slope or steep slope, small or large spaces, wooded or undeveloped areas, rectangular, square or multi-level garden… All gardens are different and cannot be laid out in the same way. However, there are different ways to successfully decorate a garden, regardless of its configuration.
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Do you want to redo a garden from A to Z while respecting its initial configuration and without calling on a landscaper? Find out what are the few points to respect to organize your future exterior as well as possible, to succeed in its layout and to decorate it in an original way while respecting your budget, your personal tastes and your needs. You will soon be able to take full advantage of your garden and contemplate it with happiness every day.
How to compartmentalize an exterior?
Did you know ? A compartmentalized garden is an easy garden to decorate! So, before starting any development, do not hesitate to think about a logical compartmentalization, or even to draw some drafts of development plans.
Here are some examples of spaces you can plan for during this step:
- dining area (terrace with table, chairs and barbecue, for example);
- relaxation area (garden furniture slightly set back from the dining area);
- wooded areas;
- vegetable garden (why not consider installing a greenhouse?);
- pool area or ornamental pond;
- fitted corner for animals (to be adapted for dogscats or birds, as needed);
- purely decorative spaces to be filled;
- etc
This step allows you to imagine each of the spaces in the garden and think about them according to the configuration of the land. Once each parcel is well defined, it is much easier to start a shopping list.
How to choose the right garden furniture?
The choice of garden furniture is an essential step in the development of an exterior. Before selecting a garden tablegarden chairs, a parasol, an above-ground swimming pool or any other item of outdoor furniture…
Remember to define a few criteria that will help you make the right choices: acceptable size for each element, comfort, style, color and materials. Well-defined selection criteria ensure purchases in line with your needs and the general harmony of your outdoor facilities.
Three decorative ideas for any type of garden
The neophytes of the decoration will be happy to be able to rely on already delimited and very represented styles to decorate their own garden, such as English, French, Japanese or Zen, Mediterranean styles, etc.
Here are also three decorative ideas that can help you develop the empty spaces in your garden! The first is particularly suitable for small spaces, since it consists of adding ornamental plants all around the garden.
If the garden to be developed is very spacious, it may be interesting to divide it up using decorative gravel, synthetic grass or even sand.
Finally, opt for decorative objects that are resistant to bad weather to bring a touch of originality to your garden, such as sculptures in wood float or structures in iron forge.
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