Functionality
Determine the purpose of your garden and what you hope to achieve with it. Are you looking to create a tranquil retreat, a functional space for outdoor activities, or a habitat for wildlife? Consider your preferences, lifestyle, and practical requirements when designing the layout and selecting plants and features.
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Activity zone
Deliberately designating areas for different functions, such as dining, lounging, play, or gardening, ensures that the garden accommodates diverse user needs and activities.
Circulation
Thoughtfully planning pathways, access points, and flow patterns enhances usability and accessibility, facilitating comfortable navigation and seamless transitions between garden areas.
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Service zone
Allocating space for practical needs like tool storage, composting facilities, outdoor kitchen equipment, or utility access points ensures that functional elements are integrated seamlessly into the design without detracting from aesthetics.
Flexible area
Designing with adaptability in mind allows the garden to evolve over time, accommodating changing needs, seasons, or preferences through versatile layouts, modular furniture, and multipurpose spaces that offer flexibility for diverse activities and gatherings.
![Image by Sonnie Hiles](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_69414e4164614e75376d67~mv2_d_3181_4772_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_280,h_420,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Image%20by%20Sonnie%20Hiles.jpg)