More than three-quarters of us are planning a backyard project according to Adbri Masonry’s annual Great Australian Backyard Survey, and to find inspiration we’re drawing on garden styles in some of the most popular destinations for Aussie travellers.
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Here’s a quick how-to for three styles: Japanese Zen, Balinese Villa and Hamptons.
Japanese Zen Garden: Having a place to disconnect and unwind is valuable for both your home and mental health. A Zen garden creates a private retreat in your yard using a low maintenance design that encourages relaxation through ambient water features, deep greenery and low maintenance plants, gravels, stepping-stones and feature rocks.
Keep your design simple and opt for a coloured stone as a base component. Rocks of various shapes and sizes will add depth and different layers to the scene but avoid straight lines or symmetrical patterns.
Balinese Villa Garden: Think landscaped gardens with lush tropical natives, private plunge pools and paved communal areas for relaxation and dining. Homeowners can turn their backyard into their own Bali inspired private oasis with a variety of elements – from tropical plantation, water features, pools, ornaments and a Bali hut. Greenery plays a major role in the Bali garden, so foliage and plenty of leafy plants are essential: try agave plants cordylines, crotons and frangipanis.
If you require new garden walls or planter boxes, consider the Natural Impressions Duostone wall blocks from Adbri Masonry. The faces are pressed with a modern rock finish designed to replicate the appeal of natural stone. Black lava is traditionally used in villas, so try to incorporate that bold and robust look in your design. Finish the look with a water feature or for an Aussie alternative with no running costs, opt for a feature fire pit instead.
Hamptons: With the growing trend of outdoor living and alfresco entertaining, it’s no surprise that the Hamptons style is one of the biggest trends in 2018. With land sizes shrinking, acres of manicured lawns that we typically associate with Hamptons may not be possible, but homeowners can re-create the look with a laidback Australian twist to suit their outdoor space.
The Hamptons look is all about structured details and layers, so whether it is a small courtyard, pool area or an alfresco room, add life and colour with greenery. Buxus balls can allow you to create different heights and levels in your garden. For classic flowers, think hydrangeas, orchids and gardenias.
The perfect place to admire your lawn, appreciate your garden and enjoy refreshing iced tea is from a modern coastal courtyard with a touch of Hamptons.
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