The right landscaping can enhance any piece of architecture, whether it is a private home, an estate, a commercial property, or a public place. It can make buildings fit into their surroundings so they feel at home. Plus, it can help with things like traffic flows and site flow. As one of the top names for residential architecture London has, we work hard to get the building and landscape designs perfect.

There are a number of things you need to think about when planning landscaping. The following are some of the most crucial.

Prioritise the users

The best outdoor spaces ensure the users will have a great experience. You want them to enjoy spending time here, even if it is just a few minutes as they walk to their home. To do this you need to have a good idea of what you want to achieve. Are you designing a garden for relaxing or a park for sports? Keep it in mind and focus on making it easy and enjoyable for people to do these things.

Unity

Getting harmony with the design is great for making spaces feel complete. What you want to do is bring all of the elements together so they complement and enhance each other. Think about how to combine different textures, lines, colours, and more.

Using the right lines

Your choice of curving or straight lines can have a big impact on how people perceive and experience a space. Curves encourage movement and make people want to explore. They can also emphasize the natural forms of the site. A straight line on the other hand feels more formal. It gives a stronger sense of order and encourages people to move faster.

Think about scale

You can really improve the feel of an area by getting the scale right. What you need to do is play with elements that can give the feel of scale you want, whether it is an open space or a small private one. You should think about the size of every element you choose, from the building to the plants.

Choose the right colours

Everyone knows that colours represent different emotions and feelings. You can use this to your advantage when you choose aspects of the landscaping, from the stone to the flowers and plants. A blend of natural and synthetic colours can really make a space feel warm and comfortable. Think bright colours if you want the space to have an active feel or neutral colours if you want to promote relaxation.

Talk to us about landscaping for residential architecture in London

Coffey Architects can create some of the most stunning homes in London. At the same time we can help design the outdoor spaces to make these properties even better. Whether you are looking for a quiet private garden, a roof terrace to encourage socialising, or anything else, we can deliver it.

So, if you are thinking about landscaping for a piece of residential architecture, London has no better team to work with. We will make sure the designs are complementary. Contact us today to let us know what you have in mind.