There are plenty of ways you can get the most out of a small outside space if you’re creative enough. You can even create zones for dining, entertaining, meditating, and more. The trick is to keep things fluid. You could consider using portable items so you can repurpose the space for different functions. There are also landscaping ideas you can try that will change the perspective and create a welcoming atmosphere. Here are five clever ways to create zones in a small yard.
Change the perspective with paving
Paving is a cost-effective way to separate areas of your garden but it can also help to change the overall perspective. Making sure you do it correctly is important, so checking out this post from Standard Tile may be able to help with any decisions you are making, alternatively, you can go into a local home improvement store and ask for their expertise. You could lay paving slabs diagonally to create a garden path which will make the space appear bigger. You can get creative and use different colored paving stones, pebbles, chips, or even recycled tiling. Here are a few more tips on how to lay a garden path.
Brighten up the space in the evening
The best way to create a welcoming environment is with Landscape Lighting, especially if you want to use your yard for entertaining in the evening. You could look into getting some solar powered fairy lights that will charge during the day and turn on automatically when the sun goes down. You could use these to outline a zone such as one corner of your patio for entertaining.
Consider vertical screens or trellises
If your space is limited, always look for vertical options. You could separate zones using portable screens or trellises. Decorate trellises and fencing with gorgeous flowering vines to create a sensory space. Use outdoor wall space for shelves for pots, or add a few hanging baskets. Try using recycled mason jars to make miniature hanging baskets. These also work well as lanterns. You could even create a miniature container garden with herbs, flowers, and even vegetables. This way you can make the most of the space but still add plenty of greenery.
Think of clever storage ideas
As well as using the vertical space, get creative with a few more garden storage ideas. You could use portable boxes and hollow benches that will double up as seating. You can move these out of the way when you’re not using them. You can store small items inside these out of the way, such as garden equipment, accessories for your table, blankets, and more. You can also take inspiration from these she shed ideas and build custom sheds in your backyard. This way, you could be extra sure of the safety of your belongings.
Add portable accessories
Try upcycling a few items for eco-friendly home ideas. You could repurpose many different items as small planters and use these to outline different zones. If you want to create a temporary zone for entertaining in the evening you could make a portable bar from a second-hand trolley. You could wheel this in and out of your kitchen and fill the shelves with bottles, glasses, and accessories. This way you can transform your yard into a totally different space during the night. Think of a few fun and creative ways to make the most of your outdoor space this summer.