If your design dreams are big but your yard isn’t, you may think a landscaping company isn’t for you. But landscapers aren’t just for homeowners with acres of property under their feet! At Great Goats, we’re experienced at tackling the design and usability challenges that small spaces present. Here are some of our favorite landscape design ideas for small spaces.
Make a Statement
It may seem counter-intuitive, but incorporating one eye-catching feature actually makes a small space seem larger than one that is filled with lots of little decorations, statues, and tchotchkes. Give your small space a feeling of grandeur with a vertical recirculating fountain, a custom pergola, or a built-in brick oven.
Think Vertically
Installing hooks under the eaves for hanging planters instantly doubles your gardening space and frees up precious patio room for a grill and seating. Or consider a “living wall,” which uses a sturdy fence or wall to support succulents or other low-water plants.
Pick a Palette
We love color, but in a small space too many hues can look busy, which visually shrinks your space. Green plantings with natural wood or stone structures are an obvious pairing, making your patio into a calming, zen-style retreat. But monochromatic doesn’t have to mean boring. Add pops of color through outdoor textiles or container flowers, which are easy to replant as the seasons change.
Build in Extra Seating
Expand the usability of a small space by incorporating some low-profile seating along the edge of the patio or deck. By installing benches or a retaining wall, you’ll save square feet that would otherwise be taken up by bulky patio furniture. (Bonus: benches on a deck can double as storage boxes!)
The bottom line: No matter how many acres or inches you’re working with, we can help you create the backyard of your dreams! Call us today for a consultation.
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