Lighted pathways

Another clever way to use light is to illuminate your pathways. These also help with that curb appeal as your home is going to be beautifully lit. You also get the practical benefit of your garden being more accessible after sunset.

Green patio

Some patios can appear quite lifeless and drab. A great way for you to remedy that is by having greenery on either side of your patio entrance. This makes it much more inviting and gives your home a warmer feel. It’s better than having a naked and cold patio.

Low walls

Having different areas or levels in your garden can help to make it look special and unique. A great way to do that is with a low wall. These can be an essential part of your landscape plan and allow you to have clean lines and well defined sections.

Flower beds

We’ve just talked there about how having well defined spaces can give your backyard a fantastic look and another way to do that is with flower beds. You’ll be able to perfectly curate each one to your needs.

Shade

If you live in a particularly hot area then you’ll probably want some shade. You can do this by installing a structure that is going to block off the sun or perhaps you can plant a shade tree and have protection under its leaves.

Ornaments, Sculptures and Statues

Another way to add to your landscape architecture is with a piece of garden art. You’ll be able to pick up many pieces from your local garden center or perhaps you’ll be looking for something bespoke. Either way, they can be great talking points of your garden design.

Boulders

A landscape architect may also suggest using boulders in your yard. These are great for filling up space but also look great. You can utilize them as a part of your hardscape or place them beautifully in the middle of your backyard.

Wooden deck

When architects talk about landscape design, they will mostly mention the greens such as a shrub or perennials or different forms of hardscape. Involving wood into the color mix can really help the contrast and bring your landscape design to life.