How to create a minimalistic and relaxing garden for all the family

Many minimalist gardens may sound plain and boring. Others, they appear extremely elegant and full of mysterious symbols. In fact, in the spirit of concise, minimalist gardens can be just as comfortable and perfect as usual. Consider a style as a whole, taking for example the Australian gardens.



Minimalist gardening is an example of how you can use the space at its best. Followers of modern trends in interior design use a limited palette of architectural materials and plants, combined with bold but simple lines.

Professionally designed gardens in the style of classic minimalism can be out of reach for most homeowners, but you can create a garden with his own hands, by following our advice.



Minimalism in the garden starts with boundaries. Because minimalist design is really limiting, especially in the use of color. Selection of fences, whether walls, fences or hedges are very important for creating a successful garden scheme. Ultimately, a properly arranged minimalist garden creates a sense of extraordinary calm and comfort everyone who is in it.



This style is especially popular, as a rule, neutral colors because they soothe. Unpainted galvanized metal panels are used here almost since the Foundation of the style. Natural bumps on the surface of various materials to create textures and shadows, which are also decorative elements. A wall of limestone blocks is probably the best solution for a simple minimalist garden. Suitable wooden fence, only made in a very simple style.



Look at the picture above. The size of the wall and its smooth surface allows it to act as a movie screen or a place for projecting garden lighting. Planted close to the walls climbing plants will create a dramatic contrast with the sobriety.



If you do not want to use natural colors for the walls, keep in mind that the blocks can be plastered and painted in other neutral colors. You can choose pastel or bright trendy acid colours. Now, for example, in the fashion of bright lemon, bright coral, lime, fuchsia and others. But remember: it is important to achieve a clean, simple look. If you use too many bright accents, the garden will look and feel fussy. A great option is to paint in bright colors small horizontal or vertical surface. They emphasize the design, not creating large patches of color.



Australian minimalist patio paving is traditionally made of wood. But not like it usually is in European cottages, and with its slightly futuristic charm. Around a patio are often performed in a strictly geometric planting and organized the same color. Together they in the evenings, play a show in the spirit of minimalism. By the way, the role of the backlight is perfect and garland, but one color — yellow or, better, purple.



Usually the basis of traditional garden design is a herb. It will be a great cover in simple minimalist gardens. Overdo the lawn area is simply impossible. Grass can be perfectly cropped and of the meadow. In fact, it's just that you make using the shape and beautiful decorative elements.

In the Australian minimalism, which goes back to the perfectionism that is sometimes used even artificial turf to create the absolute order on the site. Other similar material — gravel (pebbles, expanded clay), which closes the black ground where it is needed, and makes the garden more presentable.



The key to creating this minimalist garden is the proper selection of plants, the appearance of which should also be minimalistic. Plants help to soften the geometry of style, bring a sense of comfort and feeling of freshness.

Australian minimalist garden created in the first place, for public areas, patio, veranda, group dining near the fireplace. So the plants are secondary, they only help to make the space outside the house more enjoyable.



Try to limit the number to in the garden was no more than three types of plants, if necessary, repeated in different parts. This will not only look good but will also facilitate the care of plantings. Evergreen plants are decorative year-round and their greens stylish looks against the minimalistic design.



Using rigorous color scheme, you retain the harmony between man-made design and nature, thereby creating a balanced and peaceful garden.



If you want to add water elements, they, too, should engender a sense of calm and not burst of emotion. Well look here, the illuminated fountains.



A minimalist garden needs to have a strong line and a clear purpose, beautifully executed and detailed image. It's not easy, because there is no room for errors or poor performance — all in the mind.



But if you manage to create such a masterpiece of a home, eventually you will get a garden that does not require constant care and allowing the whole family to relax in his arms at almost any time of the year.



 

Source: www.7dach.ru

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