Brigid Arnott
With clever design, so much can be achieved in a small space. While your decisions (and vision board) may be limited by the size of your yard, it’s not all bad news – because of their size, small gardens are usually delightfully low maintenance and budget friendly.
Plus, whether you are working with a bijou balcony, a city courtyard or a tiny terrace, small spaces can benefit from feeling like intimate outdoor rooms (reading nook, anyone?), and are the ideal spaces to try out ground-breaking ideas – like the innovative Airgarden that’s perfect for urban gardeners who want to save on their weekly shop.
Need some inspiration for your own compact and creative oasis? Keep reading for our top tips.
Outdoor flooring packs a punch
Start at ground level and revamp your space by covering old, worn-out tiling or decking with a contemporary design. The DIY stone decking tile trend is as an easy way to revamp a space that won’t break the budget, and they are simple to lay yourself. There’s no need to remove old tiles first either as they can be laid on top, clicked together and then grouted.
An unexpected edible element
Transform your balcony or backyard into a mini edible oasis by growing your own herbs and vegetables. Using a vertical aeroponics system like the Australian owned and made Airgarden means you can make the best use of space – you can grow 30 different plants at once, from herbs to fruits to veggies and leafy greens, in less than one square metre of space.
The stylish Airgarden system will grow your veggies twice as fast as traditional gardening, too, without using any herbicides or pesticides. Plus, it’s virtually fail-proof – no green thumb, soil or heavy lifting required, and just 10 minutes of gardening each week. Growing your own means fresh produce whenever you need it.
Choose flexible furniture
Spend time finding the right garden furniture to fit your space. You’ll want to steer clear of clutter and look for pieces that can be stacked easily or have multiple uses. You can use outdoor furniture to create a cosy nook on a balcony or courtyard that serves as a peaceful and serene retreat. Adding a small water feature, such as a tabletop fountain, will introduce calming sounds and create the perfect space where you can relax, meditate, or enjoy a cup of tea.
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