Landscaping is like art - it demands a lot of creativity. You can make any design depending on your needs and preferences. The appearance of the front yard can contribute a lot to the interior décor and offer some sort of balance and tranquility. However, to make this a success, there are fundamentals of landscaping that must be adhered to.
Space
This will solely depend on the needs of the client. Do you want a large lawn for children to play around? Are you looking forward to an outdoor entertainment joint for summer nights? Always remember that the space available will determine the elements that you will introduce into the landscape design. While at it, consider your capability to maintain the area. Note that the size of the garden and the choice of materials will determine the kind of maintenance and care required.
Color
Color is an important aspect of landscaping. It gives life to the landscape. You must select the color tones wisely. In as much as color adds beauty to the design, it also gives a calming effect to the eyes. The palette of the entire garden should marry with the rest of the décor. From plants to furniture, they should complement each other. Bright colors such as yellow, red and orange seem to make objects to appear close to you. Dark colors add depth to the landscape.
Theme
Having a consistent theme to implement in the landscape design makes it easier for guests to pick the details of the garden in a short instance. You can go with any theme; after all, it is your garden and it should represent your style. Employ all the inspirations you have gotten from the Internet and from your travels worldwide, but ensure they create a meaningful design.
Balance
Mostly, landscape designs follow a certain line. There must be a balance between the various parts of the landscape. Concerning balance, there are two outcomes namely asymmetrical and symmetrical. Pathways are some of the aspects used to create a balanced effect in the landscape.
Line
Plants and other features should be arranged to form horizontal and vertical lines. It creates a visual appeal to the observers. Straight pathways tend to be directive while curvy walkways are gentle and flowing.
Focus
A centerpiece, which can be a statue, tree or any other décor element in the landscape can be used as the focus of the garden. You can plan the rest of the design around this object, to make it stand out from the other elements. Use good lighting and decorative aspects to accentuate the object of interest.
The above principles are common to any landscape design. If all of them are incorporated in the landscape, it will make a beautiful garden. As an exterior designer, it will not hurt to teach the clients the importance of each of the fundamentals of landscaping. It is for your advantage, since they will not bombard you with questions, when you are advising them on the best design for their landscape.
There are many more things that you could teach your clients about landscaping. The more open you are with them, the more they will refer others to you. You can also learn a lot of things from them.
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