Make the most of your garden with a bespoke summer house
When the winter blues are finally on their way out, there’s nothing better than stepping outside and enjoying clear skies and non-bone-chilling fresh air. And there’s no place better to do that than in the privacy of your garden. Sadly, after months of cold and rain, our once happy green grounds can be somewhat less than inviting. Just like a mouldy old bathroom, from time to time, our gardens need a bit of rejuvenation and there’s no better way to set about such a project than having one thing at the heart of your consideration – me time.
Whether you’re working from home, getting away from the chaos of the city, want somewhere to play with your kids and pets, relaxing in one of these hammocks, or hammock with stand, or just like getting stuck into some gardening, your back yard should be just as alluring as a comfy living room. All too often, gardens get neglected or turn into a bit of a dumping ground, with a rickety shed, rusty BBQ set, a cacophony of mismatched pots and dilapidated children’s toys. One look at such a sad sight and you’ll want to stay indoors no matter the weather.
The ultimate thing to give your garden that glam up it so desperately needs is to get a summer house. This can be just about anything you want – a little pavilion, a gazebo, a sheltered swing, a meditation room, even a bar or man-cave! Giving your garden a purpose for something other than just… being green, will immediately entice you to spend more time in it, plus give it an elegant feature that’ll be the perfect addendum to your main house.
Suppliers like Lugarde give you ample choice of sizes and styles to suit your space and reflect your personality. You can opt for a chic seating area around a fire pit, create a protein-shake filled mini-gym or house all of your tools and supplies to maintain those perfect begonias. If you’re a fan of growing your own fruit or herbs, you could incorporate a greenhouse into the design as well.
When choosing a bespoke design, you should try and picture your garden as a beautiful painting. The ground, accessories and plantlife should compliment your chosen summer house so that the entire space becomes an extension of your new chosen centrepiece. Binge watch some fun gardening shows or have a flip through some home and garden magazines to create a mood board of what might work for you.
Whether you’d like to come up with a design yourself or let the pros present you with some options, you should look to make your garden both beautiful and ergonomic. Not all design features work for all gardens, so you should aim for something that will not only be visually appealing but also make the best use of your space. If you plan on spending a lot of time tending to your plants, make sure you have everything you’ll need at your fingertips, including a place to wash up, to minimise muddy trips back to the house. If you have pets, you should consider how best to arrange your new features so they can’t get too rambunctious or easily escape. If you’re a low maintenance kind of person, then maybe replace your lawn with artificial grass or even some sleek outdoor tiles.
The right choice of colour and lighting makes a big difference here. You could go for sturdy lampshades, romantic fairy lights or cleverly concealed ground lighting – with the right placement and colour tone, your garden will undergo a stunning transformation when it goes dark and be either your perfect place to relax, enjoy an outdoor meal or entertain lots of guests.
Get the inspiration you need to see your garden through a whole new lens of possibilities, rather than something you close the shutters to actively avoid. With the addition of one of these summer houses, your new outdoor haven will be the envy of all your friends and neighbours – not to mention that a well-landscaped garden can significantly raise the value of your house!
