In the wind elegance | SA Garden and Home

Finding calm and comfort in your living space, indoors and outdoors, has become more essential than ever.

Often, having too much in a space can create a sense of intensity instead of providing ease. For many, simplifying their surroundings is the best approach, as embracing an understanding of elegance has become a trend in response to the fast-paced nature of modern life. Consider creating an ambient atmosphere reminiscent of a modern bushveld. That features rolling lawns that blend into grasslands and large trees lining the horizon. This design not only enhances the aesthetic but also creates a safe space for kids to run and play in your yard.

Grass Elegance

Ornamental grasses epitomise elegance and versatility. They effortlessly complement any garden style, from cottage to contemporary gardens. Their diverse forms and colours, combined with heat tolerance, go a long way to enhancing this garden’s allure. Ornamental grasses, the types you find in the veld, add an endless variety of textures and shapes to the garden. When opting for this choice, you need to bring in the natural layers of the grasslands, alternating from short to tall grasses.

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Add variety

Adding variety to the garden is something which factors in the elevation of your garden. Replicate the natural veld setting by mingling perennials like bulbous plants, ground covers and small shrubs. This contributes to the whimsical breeze of your garden as it flows gracefully in the gust of winds.

Sculpting

Gardens have a strong architectural underpinning space where man and nature work together. This helps contribute to a new wave of minimalistic design that creates majestic beauty. Adding different man-made sculptures helps elevate the garden’s uniqueness. From water fountains to man-made bird feeders.

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Unique materials

Having unique materials in the garden can either work alone or together with the garden. Creating a luxe feel. Think of using slate, marble, granite and even concrete to create a stylish, sophisticated space. Not only are they good-looking, but they are also easy to maintain and durable.

Outdoor living

Integrate indoor luxury items in the outdoor space, bringing the same design elements from inside and outdoors. There is no reason to stop design continuity by adding a class once you pass through the patio doors of your house. Go for the natural flowing elements with clean, bold finishes.