People have very different views on their gardens. Some enjoy spending time maintaining them and making sure they look amazing. Others just take care of the routine jobs. Whatever your views on the space, you should be making the most of it. One way you can do this is by turning it into a green room. Coffey Architects can help with this. We are one of the top names for residential architecture London has, so we know just how valuable gardens can be.

Not just a garden

When you think about gardens you should keep in mind they are far more than just separate pieces of external space. They are actually part of your property. You should use them to connect inside with outside. Ideally there should be some connection between the two so there is a seamless transition.

What to think about with green rooms?

There are a number of things you should think about when you are designing residential landscaping. Some of the most important ones include:

Layout

Even a tiny space can become a wonderful green room with the right layout and design. You can make the most of all the room you have by looking at things like creating different levels or placing features in the right places.

Views

Some properties benefit from really amazing views. When they do, you should make the most of them, letting people who spend time in the garden enjoy them. Don’t hide them away by building tall fences that nobody can see over. If you do need tall barriers, try to raise up a section of the garden so people can be above them.

Textures

One of the best things you can do to make a garden feel special is combine textures. There are plenty of options, from types of stone to timbers and even greenery and furnishings. You can even have water features and open space. You can pick and choose things to create really interesting texture combinations.

Think about the weather

Another great thing you can do is design the garden so that it changes with the weather. You’ll get the most use from the space when it is warm and sunny but that doesn’t mean it should look bad when it is raining or snowing. Try to opt for a design where the weather will change the space but still make it look amazing.

Make it immersive

Immersion can be very important for ensuring people have a great experience when they spend time in a garden. You can choose designs that make it feel like people are transported to a completely different place. For example you could design a more tropical setting, a beach, a meadow, or any kind of comforting location.

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In urban areas it is more important than ever to make the most of every bit of external space you have. You can do just that with the right designs. You can even adapt the space inside your property that connects with the gardens. Things like large sliding doors can connect them and take designs to the next level.

Coffey Architects would love to help people with their residential landscaping and making changes to their properties. Our goal is to help them get the spaces they dream of. We can offer some really creative solutions and explore all kinds of ideas.

So, if you want to work with one of the best providers of residential architecture London has, talk to us. We are a team you can trust with any kind of project.