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I thought it'd be appropriate with the changing of the seasons coming up to talk to you a little bit about landscaping and just how simple it can be. Of course, this isn't for everyone, as not everyone wants to get out there and build something or plan something with their own two hands or eyes, but it is for some of you, and you might not even know it. So, whether you're the type that thinks they'd rather just hire some landscaping contractors to fix up their yard, or if you're the type that is raring to go, both of you just sit down and have a read; you may be surprised at what you find. First off, landscaping doesn't have to be some big overhauling landscaping project where you blow up tree stumps and install swimming pools. Conversely, landscaping also doesn't have to be placing the perfect flower at the perfect angle in the perfect yard so that the ancient god of feng shui is appeased. No, all landscaping is, is making the most of your space so that it is the most pleasing to your eye and needs. That's it. So, let's tackle these three parts (space, aesthetics, need) separately first, and then see how we can bring them all together at the end to make sure you're ready to step out into that yard, or call the contractor, whichever you still find pleasing. Using Your Space As with anything having to do with architecture, design or planning, you have to work within the space you have available to you. This means the water slide for the backyard may be out, but other things you haven't yet considered may be in. For example, making the most of your front yard with a slightly winding footpath that leads from a gazebo to your front door could make your yard feel much larger to walk through. On the other hand, if your yard feels too open, closing it off with islands or planters may make it feel cozier. You can even go so far as to lay down unevenly edged slate stones through which trees and plants can poke through the cracks. Whatever it is about your yard that you want to enhance or detract from, you can do it by paying attention to the space you have available to you. What's more is that there's probably space you don't even know you have available to you. What would happen if you cleaned out the garage you don't park your car in, knocked down the walls and made an open air patio? Or turned it into an outdoor BBQ pit? How about extending the pool wall above ground to create a naturally shielded patio or bringing the wall up into the pool and installing a waterfall? The limitations are only in your mind (and maybe your wallet), so try to picture your space as not just a flat, limited surface, but a living, 4-dimensional plane of existence where your ideas can come to life.
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