Luxurious Ways to Transform Your Garden

The year is winding down. Consequently, most of us will be spending less time out in the garden. But this isn’t an excuse to relax: for the committed gardener, wintertime represents an opportunity to get ahead of the work for the coming year, and to save energy in the long run.

Now is a great time to do a little groundwork. Whatever sort of luxury feature you’re looking to incorporate into your outdoor living space, it’s best to plan ahead.

Outdoor dining

Alfresco is a word we associate readily with comfort and relaxation. Dining during summer is almost always more enjoyable if you’re out in the open air. If you want to really ramp up the luxury, then you might invest in extra eye-catching features like custom made pergolas and retractable roofing.

Lighting matters too, especially if you’re going to be dining late into the evening. A few choice lamps, and a selection of plush cushions, will help to create the ambience you’re looking for.

As far as the furniture is concerned, it pays to opt for luxury. Teak and wrought iron can create an unmistakable aura of opulence.

Water features

A water feature is a way to dial up the luxury of engaging the senses of sight and sound. A waterfall might cascade into a koi pond or a cascading water wall can set the tone. You can accentuate the effect with the help of the right lighting and positioning within the overall landscape.

Hot tub

Few devices scream luxury quite like an outdoor hot tub. They’re excellent on summer days, but they work just as well on cold winter nights, too – provided that you have somewhere warm to wrap up and dry off after you step out of the tub.

For best results, build the tub into the surrounding landscape, or build a pergola to keep the elements out. Don’t forget about setting the mood with music. An outdoor sound system is a must.

Finishing touches

It’s all in the fine details when it comes to designing your outdoor living space and privacy is one of them. Fence panels are going to be visible wherever you are in the garden, so make sure they’re up to scratch.

Accent pieces like outdoor rugs, throw-pillows, curtains and statement planters will make going outside feel as cosy as being indoors.