While every home has a specific taste and style, most backyards rarely reflect the home. While the interiors are usually spick and span, the exteriors are usually an eye sore. As you look through your terrace doors or window, does the landscaping in your backyard make you cringe? We, there is a way to make your outdoor living space as inviting as your indoors.
In this fast paced world where we are faced with all kinds of challenges every day, it is important to have a soothing and relaxing place to go to. Imagine coming home from a tiring day at work and sitting out in your backyard to the soothing sounds of water flowing in the fountains. While you are sitting out here, your eyes are enjoying the beautiful scenery of greenery, flowers and exquisite garden statues. This instantly relaxes you and changes your mood.
Water fountains
If you have a backyard or a large garden and you do not know how to bring life into this space, why don’t you opt to install a water fountain in the garden? Or better still; add a few garden statues that reflect your personality. These exterior décor aesthetics will do a lot to soothe and stir the senses. Installing these aesthetics is very easy, straightforward and economical. Take advantage of your outdoor space by installing these unique and beautiful pieces of décor.
When you decide to install a water fountain, you have to take into consideration the size of your garden. You do not want to have a fountain in a small space. If you have a small backyard, look for a small fountain or better yet, opt to have only garden statues which come incorporated with little fountains.
Make sure there is no contact between water and the electricity. When using electrical cords, make sure they are buried and install the switch out of a child’s reach. You can also opt to have solar powered fountains that will save you on electricity costs.
Install statues
Garden statues are another great addition to your outdoors. Place them in strategic corners of the garden. Remember to install statues that are a reflection of your personality and inspire you. Take time to shop around and you will get statues that will bring out the best features of your garden.
One can choose from a wide range of statues that include; wild animals, flower pots and garden lights. Garden statues add to the aura of a peaceful sanctuary by complimenting the water fountains, greenery and beautiful flora in your garden. Décor items in your exterior add an aesthetic appeal and create a feeling of luxurious relaxation.
Add a few garden statues that reflect your personality. These exterior décor aesthetics which are very straightforward, economical and easy to install will do a lot to soothe and stir the senses. Take advantage of your outdoor space by installing these unique and beautiful features.
A garden statue can also serve as a bird feeder and come in different designs and materials. For example a terracotta bowl statue can be used for decoration and bird feeder.
Plant exotic plants
Most homes are separated by grey walls or the all too common green fence. I for sure do want to look at stones or the neighbours backyards when I sit out in my backyard – I am sure you do not want to either. So here is an idea – plant lush layers of exotic plants that are pleasant to look at and plant towering shade trees to line the walls of your backyard.
Shrubs, flowers and grass provide a colourful and relaxing environment. Remember, light affects the impact of flower colours outdoors, as you will notice when you take a stroll in the evening. When siting any plant, check whether it needs full sunlight, tolerates shade or does well away from direct sunlight. Leaf variegation is mostly pronounced in good light, as shade stimulates more greencolouration. To add a personal touch to your backyard, why not create a garden where you can plant herbs and basic kitchen ingredients.
Terrace the furniture
The outside impression of your home is synonymous with the first impression you make of your home. When guests walk into your home, they should be mesmerized by the beauty of your exterior. Wherever it is that you live, be it a flat, apartment, estate or a bungalow, the first thing people see when they come to your home is the entrance. It may be hard to create a beautiful entrance to your home if you live in a block of flats, but if you live in a private space, you have the responsibility of making your exterior beautiful.
Take the time to brighten up your outdoors with inviting and invigorating furnishings specially made for the exteriors. You will want to entertain in this space all year round. Every one of us has a patio or a terrace in our homes, and judging by many homes, when looking for décor and furnishing for your home, one rarely thinks about the exterior.
Style and taste
When choosing terrace furniture there are various things that you need to take into consideration. The options are endless when it comes to choosing outdoor furniture as the variety is almost the same as indoor furniture.
By the way, your style and taste is the foremost important thing when choosing your furniture. You want furniture that is a reflection of you and also refreshing. Consider the surface of your outdoor space. If you have terrace stones, you will be able to choose from metal or wrought iron furniture. Invest in furniture and furnishings that are weather proof.
If a quiet and relaxing getaway located merely steps from your back door seems like something you would enjoy, then creating a relaxing oasis in your garden will be a delight.
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