Designing Small Gardens Working with a small space does not have to mean you are limited in what you can do with your garden. With a bit of careful planning and creativity, you can still create your dream garden. The basic design principles still apply, Using curves: Adds a sense of movement and makes space feel larger than it actually is. Divide space into ‘rooms’: Form different levels with hard landscaping to create a feeling of more space. Add interest: The more experience that you can add to a garden, the more impressive it will be. Put similar plants, décor and accessories together to create points of interest throughout the garden. Colour: The choice of colour for your garden walls is an easy way to add perception of depth and distance – e.g. using white as a background can give the illusion of space. Glass and mirrors: Makes small gardens feel twice their actual size. Small pools and running water: Bring light, movement and depth into smaller garden spaces. The World of Landscaping at Local Building Supplies is packed with products to inspire your creativity and to assist with any look you want to achieve, whatever space you have to work with. Call in and see for yourself. Our friendly, experienced staff are always on hand to help and advise. |