HARDSCAPES & DESIGN
MICROSPACES: Designing for Clients with Smaller Lots
Check out these ideas landscape pros can share with clients who are looking to spice up smaller spaces with hardscapes and plant life.
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utdoor living spaces are becoming grander and multifunctional—with multiple rooms, intricate designs, bigger furniture and accessory features. While multiroom, multifunctional spaces are perfect for suburban areas with ample square footage, what about clients who don’t have that kind of land?
Microspaces Developers in recent years have created smaller, more walkable neighborhoods, which are great for physical activity and visiting neighbors but not so much for yard size. The way these developments are structured cuts down on the size
of private backyards—not to mention urban areas where there’s more brick than grass. Regardless, residents in these areas still crave outdoor living spaces and can use the help of a professional to optimize the land they have available. Fully functional microspaces and hybrid spaces are now dominant forms of renovation for smaller, single-family homes without an abundant yard. Microspaces are a great way to maximize smaller outdoor areas and reap the benefits of spending time outside, no matter the surface area. Thoughtful and compact design can include a variety of different project styles and use multiple materials to create a cohesive, modern area. Here are a few ideas
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Vertical gardens add more visual interest to a space.
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