Landscaping of a private house or how to build your own Neverland

You have invested a lot of effort and money in the construction of a luxury country house. Everything in it is thought out to the smallest detail: the sophistication of the interior, the practicality and convenience of all rooms, the grandiose facade. Do you think this is the end of the work? No! Like any diamond, your home needs a decent setting. The site on which it is located should not lag behind the main structure. Our topic today is the improvement of the territory of a private house. How to decorate the territory and the garden so that all ill-wishers choke with envy, and you and your loved ones enjoy a truly magnificent landscape?

A beautiful garden is a visiting card of the owners of a country house

We plan the landscape design of the courtyard of a private house (photo examples)

Don't trust smart guys who think beauty and practicality are two different things. If you take enough time to design landscape of a private house, you will be able to achieve an excellent result and take into account the wishes of the entire family.

First, make a list of these very wishes, this is the first stage of work. You will have to interview all household members, fill in the boxes for your pets and sketch out the points with which you would like to please your guests. Only at first glance it seems that it is impossible to satisfy all these requests. If your site around the house occupies at least 6-8 acres, believe me, everything will work out.

Check out the finished landscape design projects before taking up your pencil.It is not difficult to find on the network not only photos of beautiful estates, but also numerous videos from professional companies engaged in the design of the local area.

Working together with children will bring you a lot of joy

What else is important for drawing up a plan for a summer cottage:

Do not seek global investment in the landscape. The simplest ideas are sometimes the best solution for a small yard. The exception is, of course, areas with castles. Here, whatever one may say, if you are the owner of such a treasure, you will have to keep your brand, no matter how much it costs.

And another tip: before planning the flower beds and gazebos, outline the location of communications on your project. This is an important point because all of these networks require periodic maintenance and repair. You will not be pleased with the idea of ​​taking apart the gazebo to clean drainage well... Think about these situations in advance.

So, what should be noted on the site plan:

Here are some sample projects:

Site arrangement: stylist tips

Landscaping is a creative business. There are many original stylistic solutions that will completely transform the usual courtyard area of ​​a country house.

To begin with, all styles can be divided into two conditional directions:

Choose the direction you like best and take action. Here is a far from complete list of possible landscape styles in the yard layout with their characteristic features:

Style and photo	Requirements	Character traits
Landscape style	Min area - 12 ares Plants: boxwood, elderberry, thuja, jasmine Flowers - tulips, daffodils, roses, crocuses Garden furniture: wood	This image belongs to the eco-direction and presupposes the preservation of natural naturalness in the landscape. Strict forms and clear lines are inapplicable here. All design should organically merge with nature. A well thought out landscaping plan is important for a landscape style. Flowers are planted not in flower beds, but in open areas, meadows. Primroses and summer plants are placed in groups. Blooming compositions are framed by a neat lawn. If space permits, a pond with water lilies and lilies is arranged. Such registration of the site near the house will require constant care.
Regular classic	Min area - 15 ares Plants: thuja, lilac, wild grapes Flowers - roses, begonias, salvias Garden furniture: forged metal	Fans of strict orderliness will really like such a plan for the improvement of the territory. It involves the use of strict symmetrical shapes. All trees and shrubs must be trimmed. The flowerbeds near the house are like soldiers on parade, even and perfectly decorated. Gazebos and other light structures in the garden are made in a classic style, preferably with columns in the decoration. All paths and flower beds are decorated with natural stone. Flowers in flower beds should match the style: no daisies. The garden is decorated with decorative vases and statues, fountains.
The vastness of Scandinavia	Min area - 20 ares Plants: wild grapes, thuja, hedge plants Flowers - heather, other wildflowers Garden furniture: natural stone and wood	This style is for lovers of open space and space. The courtyard design should include hedges, natural Moorish lawn and heather thickets. Naturally shaped bodies of water are encouraged. The main thing is maximum openness and preservation of the natural forms of the landscape.
Country	Min area - 9 ares Plants: fruit trees, shrubs, lilacs Flowers - medicinal herbs, marigolds, nasturtiums Garden furniture: rough wood	The simple and casual style of the country house and yard is one of the most popular with country estate owners. No strict rules are needed here. The only requirement is as many naturally vibrant colors and natural materials as possible. The plot in the village can be safely planted with cherries, apple trees and plums. In the original garden beds, flowering medicinal herbs are planted that do not require special care. Wicker fences, decorative carts and wells, animal figurines are welcome.
Modern	Min area - 20 ares Plants: hedge bushes, lawn grass Flowers - not welcome Garden furniture: metal products	In this version of the layout, landscaping is not the most important thing. More attention is paid to compositions that combine paths, platforms and plants. Characterized by the presence of rounded lines and decorative ornaments repeating this shape. When deciding how to plan your yard in this style, dance away from home. All tracks must go to him.
Japanese garden	Min area - 8 ares Plants: maple, wild grapes, cherries Flowers - peonies, cereals, irises Garden furniture: bamboo products	This philosophical style predisposes to solitude and serenity. The main elements are stones of different shapes and colors. All compositions must have harmony. For decoration, a bamboo fence, stone lanterns, screens and bizarre natural driftwood are installed in the yard. In this style, water in any form must be present, be it a pond or a stream.
Minimalism	Min area - 3 ares Plants: conifers, willow, birch, lawn grass Flowers - not welcome Garden furniture: stone and wood	This design is characterized by a minimal amount of detail. Everything should be subject to strict symmetry. All elements must match the material and color of the private house. Mirrors, spherical shapes and plastic products are used for decoration.
High tech	Min area - 4 ares Plants: conifers, cypresses, willows, boxwood lawn grass Flowers - not welcome Garden furniture: metal	Ideal for those who do not often find time for gardening. The garden decor uses polycarbonate, metal and plastic. Colored gravel or tinted wood chips are used to create color compositions. Plants are placed in modern flowerpots. All bushes and trees are given a strict geometric shape. Particular attention is paid to lighting. You can use solar-powered LED designs. Abstract objects are used for decoration.
Mediterranean	Min area - 6 ares Plants: conifers and citrus fruits, thuja, palms Flowers - any Garden furniture: rattan	Setting up a Mediterranean resort on a backyard in a village is not an easy task. Plants of the subtropics can be planted in pots and brought into a home greenhouse in cold weather. This design looks attractive in areas with natural irregularities. For decoration, bright colors, sea pebbles, antique tableware are used. Without fail, to maintain the marine theme, you will need a reservoir.
Charm of Provence	Min area - 8 ares Plants: fruit trees, ornamental shrubs Flowers - any Garden furniture: vine, wood	The romantic sophistication of Provence enchants at first sight. Light negligence in the design of gazebos and flower beds, the use of antiques in combination with bright flower beds and cozy textiles in the recreation area - all this is beyond competition. Paths and platforms should be paved with natural stone. Hand-made crafts are used to decorate the garden.

This is not a complete list of possible styles and trends. Choose what you like best. The easiest way is if the local area is located in the forest - leave everything as it is and enjoy the natural beauty of nature.

Fences and sidewalk paths in the courtyard of a private house (photo examples)

In the design of the courtyard, paths, platforms and fences are of great importance. Using simple techniques, you can turn them into real masterpieces, which in themselves will become a decoration of the landscape.

Here are some paving ideas:

Such paths need to be looked after, from time to time cut the grass and remove weeds

This option is not for those who like to run barefoot.

Experimenting with the patterns and color of stones and paving stones, you can create with your own hands a real work of art that will last for more than a decade

Such bright paths will be inexpensive, but they will look, as they say, one hundred percent!

Such paving stones in the courtyard of a private house will look natural and original.

Photo paving slabs on tracks:

Different colors of paving stones can be used to create unique patterns

Covering for the yard near the house can be made from the same materials as the tracks. In the set, all this will look stylish and organic.

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Fencing is also an important part of landscape design. A gray slate fence can ruin the whole experience of your efforts, so pay due attention to your private house fence design. Photo examples of original solutions:

Wood is the most common material for making a covered fence in a private house.

Such fence can be painted in bright colors or preserve the structure of the wood, highlighting it with varnish or stain. If the house is wooden, then the fence around the house should be wooden. If small fences in decoration yard - they can also be made from wood.

You can use not a board, but branches for a low wattle fence

Profiled sheet is an easy-to-use and durable material. Fence out of it you can also decorate so that it is not a boring monotonous canvas. Natural stone and forged elements are used for decoration.

A lace ornament made of metal will attract attention and make an ordinary fence a unique product

Brick fences can also be decorated with natural stone and forging, combined with wood.

The use of decorative bricks in fences looks good. It can be used to create real mosaic patterns

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Green hedges - one of the most successful options for a country estate. They are pleasing to the eye and at the same time reliably hide your local area from strangers. A regular mesh is used as a support. For the hedge, climbing perennials, such as maiden grapes or lemongrass, are planted.

You can also plant flowering vines, then they will delight you with abundant flowering all season

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Landscaping and landscaping: basic principles

Landscaping of the site requires compliance with some rules. You cannot plant trees and flowers near the house at random. This will not only spoil the look of the garden, it will give the yard a chaotic and untidy look. Poor planting can adversely affect plant development. Some will overlap others, preventing them from fully developing, blooming and bearing fruit.

Landscaping is subject to certain laws. This is not a guest of course, in each case, many variables should be taken into account: the illumination of the site, the climate, the direction of the winds, the specifics of the soil. It is necessary to select plants that will grow well in such conditions.

Landscaping can be vertical or horizontal. Before carrying out planting activities, a detailed plan should be drawn up, taking into account how trees and shrubs will grow in the future.

Making a plan with your own hands is not difficult - study the features of the plants that you plan to plant and mark the planting sites on the project. Sketch in dotted lines what size the bushes and trees will be when grown up. Distribute horizontal landscaping objects over the area - flower beds, lawns, rose gardens. They should not fall into the shade of trees. Vertical gardening can be used for gazebos, fences, arches, walls of houses.

Gallery of arches

In addition to planting plants directly in the ground, you can use pots and hanging pots. This option is especially suitable if you are going to accommodate exotic guests on the local area: palm trees or olive trees.

If you do not know how to plant greenery on a small area, use vertical flower beds. Almost any flowers can be placed in them.

Hanging containers with greenery look good on fences and walls of a private house

Photo examples of different techniques for landscaping a site:

Original flower beds in the courtyard of a private house (photo examples)

Flower bed design - fun challenge for flower lovers. A self-made composition will become the hallmark of home owners. Flower beds can be of very different shapes. When deciding how to equip a flower bed, it is absolutely not necessary to limit yourself to strict geometric shapes. It is better if the plantings have smooth rounded lines, so they naturally fit into the landscape.

When planning a flower garden, take into account the relief features of the site. Be aware that not all plants do well in damp lowlands. It may be better to install in such a place alpine slide.

The place directly in front of the house is the most advantageous for planting flowers. They will be in sight all the time

Another good place is at the entrance to the site

Beautiful flowering plants should certainly be located in the recreation area.

When the place for the flower garden has been determined and drawn on the main plan, it is time to decide what to plant. HIn order for the flower bed to please you for a long time, from early spring to late autumn, you will have to work hard. Should be planted plants by seasons. Examine which flowers are budding at what time. In early spring - tulips and crocuses, in early summer - asters, begonias and marigolds, closer to autumn - dahlias and chrysanthemums. Do not forget about perennials, they are unpretentious and will bloom all summer under favorable conditions.

When planting plants for landscaping a site, consider their size. The tallest ones should be placed in the background. For a colorful flower bed, it is important to correctly combine colors, avoiding motley disorder. The brightest elements are usually placed in the center, and a neutral background at the edges.

Photo examples of how to beautifully plant flowers in the yard:

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Beautiful gardens and courtyards: photo examples of garden furniture

When improving your garden and vegetable garden, do not forget that everything should be harmonious. Garden houses, gazebos, flower beds in the garden of a private house should be combined in the ornaments and design of the path. Photo examples of such compositions include the original yard furniture and garden.

Furniture can be made by hand. For work, they use commercial wood or scrap material. The main thing is that the product is comfortable and fits well into the overall landscape.

In garden design for private houses, logs and tree cuts are often used.Real craftsmen create compositions without using nails and screws

A simple option for a private courtyard and garden - hemp furniture

Mediterranean style garden design with rattan furniture

Beautiful private Provence-style gardens can't do without wicker furniture. A cozy rocking chair will really appeal to all household members

Wrought iron furniture will also fit perfectly into the landscape of the site. To make it comfortable to sit on, use soft pillows and rugs

In many photos of the garden on a private plot, you will see a swing. They can be so beautiful and comfortable that not only children, but also the older generation will like them

If the task is how to equip the territory without extra costs, use the materials at hand. For the manufacture of furniture, you can use pallets, car tires and cable reels. Photo samples of such products:

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Outbuildings in a private house: photos and recommendations

A country plot is not only a garden. To have a good time in the country, you need different buildings in the yard.Sheds in the yard, gazebos, small bodies of waterhand-made - all this should be an organic part of the landscape. The house and yard with outbuildings should look like one whole.

How to build a courtyard so that there is enough space for a recreation area, a parking lot and a reservoir? Let's look at the features of different courtyard structures.

Photos of the best gazebos in the courtyard of a private house

It's easy to build in a private house do-it-yourself gazebo... The main thing is that the architecture of this light building is combined with the architecture of the main building. Plot style selection should be supported in the gazebo. For country style, it is logical to choose rough wood and natural finishing materials. Hi-tech involves the use of modern building materials, glass and metal. The Mediterranean style offers the use of a lightweight structure with climbing plants.

Courtyard design for a private house with a gazebo in Mediterranean style

Gazebo in Russian style

Japanese style gazebo

High-tech gazebo

Gazebo in Provence style

A few tips for placing a gazebo:

If you do not know how to equip the gazebo inside, think about how to use it. If this is a place to relax on hot days, light sofas will be required. For friendly and family feasts, you need to set up a table under a canopy and, possibly, brazier or barbecue.

If the gazebo is rarely needed, you may be limited to a collapsible design. The price of such products is low, the canopy is easily disassembled, and when assembled takes up a minimum of space

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The first impression is very important: the gate to the courtyard of a private house

Wicket or gate don't have to look huge. Their size should be selected in proportion to the main fence. There must be a small area in front of the gate, from which the path leads directly to the house. The minimum door width is 70 centimeters. It is already not worth doing, it will be difficult to squeeze through such doors with shopping bags.

If the wicket is installed on an internal fence, it can be quite small, even symbolic

What materials are used for beautiful gate and wickets? Wood is one of the most common materials. If you use a thread in the design, you can get a very attractive design.

If you do not have skills in carving, use ready-made overlays that can be found on sale

Forged gates and wickets look very attractive.Metallic lace looks expensive and sophisticated.

The cost of such a product is quite high, but the term of use is practically unlimited.

Plastic gates are very lightweight. Usually this material is fixed on a metal frame and decorated with overhead forged decorations.

Photos of the original gate:

Pond and pool in the courtyard of a private house

Even a small area will be completely transformed if you place a reservoir on it. A neat pond with a fountain and goldfish will not only delight the eye, but will also change the microclimate in the garden for the better. Plants that need frequent watering will feel great around it.

You can plant water lilies or water hyacinths and lilies in the pond

Making a pond with your own hands is not difficult, you can even do without major concrete work. For a small pool, it is enough to dig a hole of the desired shape and size and lay a waterproofing membrane on its bottom. To prevent the reservoir from turning into a foul-smelling green puddle, you will need to install special pumps with filters.

Pond lighting is an important element of landscape design. Flashlights reflecting in the water or LED strip laid on the bottom - any option will look gorgeous at night

Fountains of different shapes will also decorate the site. Modern manufacturers offer backlit fountains that light up in the evening and are powered by a solar battery

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Making the yard of a private house with your own hands: photo gallery

So, the design of the courtyard of a private house involves a competent combination of arbors and awnings in the courtyard with landscaping and decorative elements. Landscaping is a fascinating experience. You can bring to life the most daring ideas and projects, show your imagination. Even in the smallest area of ​​the village courtyard, ambitious plans can be realized. See how to refine a plot near a house using the example of a photo of our users:

A vegetable garden in a village is not just a garden bed. Thoughtful shape and fit will turn it into a summer cottage decoration

We decorate the yard with lamps and lanterns. In the evening, your guests will be amazed by the amazing landscape

The interior of the gazebo is an important part of the design of the local area

A neat lawn in front of the house is a characteristic feature of modern courtyards

A beautiful and cozy courtyard with a patio - a place for relaxation

Registration of the local area of ​​a private house in the Russian style

An example of how to arrange a plot near a house in a country stele

Beautiful idea for decorating a gazebo with natural wood

How to improve the area with paving slabs: paving patterns

Yard decor: how to decorate it with garden sculpture

Simple and beautiful: natural landscape on the site of a country house

Low fences around the courtyard are easy to do with your own hands

Video: landscaping and landscaping of the site. How to lay a rolling lawn

Conclusion

Summing up, it should be said that the most ordinary rural yards can be transformed with the help of thoughtful landscape design. Feel free to experiment and don't forget to share your successes in the comments!

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