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5 DESIGN FEATURES FOR A
RUSTIC LANDSCAPE By GoldGlo Landscapes
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natural looking landscape automatically invites relaxation and an opportunity for what the Nordic people call “forest bathing” – immersion in nature that soothes the soul and makes for a more inviting outdoor living space. When adding to your landscape design this year, be sure to look into some of the features that make outdoor life special. Here’s why landscapers near me suggest these five landscape design features for creating a rustic backyard look in Mechanicsburg and Camp Hill, PA.
NATURALISTIC WATERFALL
Since not everyone has a natural moving body of water in their backyard, landscapers have become skilled at building naturalistic waterfalls. These closed-loop water systems can send water down an area of rapids or a full drop down into a pool or pond, then send the water back to the top. They can be as “wild” as you want, featuring natural boulders and stone slabs; and infinitely customizable with a simple placement or repositioning of a stone.The outstanding sounds and visuals created will turn your outdoor living space into a wonderland.
FIRE PIT
There are few landscape features that are more timeless and appealing than a fire pit. These simple structures can bring back powerful memories of sitting around the campfire with loved ones, experiencing what the natural world has to offer. Though modern fire pits can be designed to use natural gas as fuel, the rustic wood-fired fire pit retains an incredible amount of charm. Let this gorgeous masonry structure sit in a secluded area of your landscape so the sounds of the crackling fire can create a beautiful ambience as well as comforting warmth even on the chilliest nights. 20
Central Keystone Living // SPRING 2022
