One of the best things about a well-made garden room is that it can bring a new dimension to your garden. Not just improving the aesthetic by adding to its features, but by allowing you to see the existing features from a different angle. But to do this well requires preparation and forethought. So, what should you be looking at?
Five Tips for Maximising the Aesthetic Value of Your Garden Room
Consider your garden room placement
Many people simply place their garden rooms where they have a space on their property. And that kind of makes sense. It’s easy, less groundwork is required, and you’re not going to ruin any of your existing features. But that might not prove to be the most convenient or appealing option for you in the longer term. Most people want to be able to gain easy access to their garden rooms. So, you might want to install it near an existing path or where you can place paving. And a garden room will be more enjoyable to use if it can benefit from natural light. But not somewhere that you’re going to struggle with glare. You will also want to consider privacy when you choose your location.
Think about the size of your garden room
A 3D planner can help you to work out the finish and functionality of your garden room. But it doesn’t always help you to visualise what the building will look like in situ. By planning out the size of your garden room – perhaps using markers or string – you will gain a better idea of the actual proportions of the structure. And how that will impact the visuals of your garden. This will give you a chance to plan around the space.
Choose the right garden room design
Garden rooms come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and materials. This means that you should be able to find a design that complements your current aesthetic. Retro, modern, naturalistic. You may favour a minimalist, cubist look, like the Coverdale. Or a characterful pitched-roof design, like the Wensleydale. Either way, you’ll need to consider both the types of windows and doors you wish to be incorporated into the design. And, importantly, where they are placed, to best frame the view.
Look at your garden planting
For some people, the garden room IS a garden feature. They want to look at it and enjoy it as a separate article. For others, the aim is to blend their garden room into their landscape with carefully planned planting. Some even take steps to incorporate a living wall or roof (this must be done carefully to avoid compromising the integrity of your structure). Neither way is right or wrong. It comes down to personal choice. But whichever is true of you, it’s important to keep these things in mind when considering your overall design. That way, you’ll be able to both choose a position that will appeal to your aesthetic. And incorporate windows and doors to reveal the best planting features of your garden.
Make the most of water features
Whether it’s a wildlife pond or an ultra-modern fountain, water can add a whole new aspect to a garden. It’s beautiful, relaxing, and aesthetically appealing. So, if you have one, you need to make the most of it. That means that if you’re installing a garden room, and you’re going to be using it on a regular basis, placing it so that you can see and hear your water feature is a really good idea.
A garden room can add value, function, and aesthetic appeal to your home. It maximises the available space. And, whatever you use it for, it can enhance your home. But if you’re going to get the maximum personal value from your investment, you need to think about how your garden room is going to impact your garden aesthetic. And what you can do to use your existing garden features to enhance your new garden room installation.
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