You’ve just moved into your beautiful new home, with top of the range features and sleek finishes, and it’s time to add your own style to what can sometimes be a very blank canvas. If you’ve moved in spring or summer, why not start with the garden?
Tackling the garden can feel quite daunting, but treating it like a long-term project can help you reach your goal in stages. Let the excitement of a new start and fresh beginnings reflect in your creativity as you make your garden your own.
Whatever look you’re going for, here are some tips to help you add character and create your own oasis.
Lighting
We all want our homes to look their best, but it can be tricky to know where to start when re-designing your garden. Once you’ve decided on a layout, start illuminating your space with different light features.
Festoon lights are ideal for adding an ambient glow to any outdoor space. Hang them across your fencing or fix them to the patio corners to create an al-fresco dining area.
Carve out paths with lighting along the edges to make for a warm and serene setting, with the added advantage of visibility.
Antique Features
Don’t be put off by the focus on functionality in your new build home. Treat this as the best way to put your stamp on your property. Although a modern interior might cause you to steer towards the same style in your garden, incorporating antique features will add a unique charm to your outdoor space.
Not only do vintage and antique pieces lend themselves to a more sustainable garden, but sourcing older and one-of-a-kind features is an enjoyable pastime. Spend a Sunday afternoon wandering through antique fairs for terracotta pots or handmade decorative jars to add to your garden décor.
Add Levels
New build gardens often start out as empty plots with no shape or obvious appeal. To aid in you quest to add character to your garden, create dimension by installing raised beds.
Choose to fill your planters with luscious evergreen plants to maintain colour and fullness all year round, or if you’re particularly green-fingered, plant a small vegetable patch to kickstart you own ‘outdoor kitchen’.
Raised beds can be a pricey investment when hiring a landscaper. If you’re up to the challenge of building them yourself, you can choose from wood, concrete or longer sticks to form your foundations.
Space for Outdoor Entertainment
Enjoy the garden you have worked hard on by creating a welcoming space for friends and family to socialise, relax and dine in.
To make this area comfortable during the day, you need some relief from the direct sun. Simple shade sails or camo netting can block the heat without blocking the breeze. These options are easy to put up over a patio or seating area and keep the space cool. Many homeowners use online shops like sunny-garden-market.com to find durable covers that fit their specific garden layout. Having proper shade makes the garden much more usable during hot summer afternoons.
By selecting outdoor furniture that mirrors the style of your interior, you can create a cohesive living space that flows from the inside out. When designing your outdoor area, choosing pavers that complement your garden’s aesthetic can enhance the overall look and feel of the space.
Try not to be overwhelmed at the prospect of making your garden your own. Find inspiration in the small things such as colour, texture and lifestyle to help you add character and personal touches to your new outdoor space.