Craftsman Landscape by North Vancouver Pools & Spas Houston Landscapes
Stone is one of the predominant materials used for house exteriors today. Whether your home’s style is colonial, traditional or contemporary, stone lends a timelessness and an organic connection to the earth. But stone homes in the U.S. have historically had an austere look, sitting atop the landscape with little or no connection to their foundation plantings, let alone their gardens. Let’s look at ways to make your stone home feel at home in your landscape.
Consider how to design a purposeful landscape.
While foundation plantings of green boxwood and hollies may be the norm in suburbia, Houzzers want and deserve something more. What works for your neighbor’s home may not work for yours. To make your home feel truly at home in your landscape, begin by taking an objective look at its style, siding, coloration and textures.
Add boulders.
It may at first seem counterintuitive to add more stone to a landscape that surrounds a house of stone, but doing so can ground the home in a meaningful way by visually pulling it forward into the space. Make sure to match the scale of the boulders to the scale of the house. Undersize boulders can look like an afterthought, or worse yet, a weekend DIY project gone awry.
Consider an entry gate or fence.
What better place to set the tone for your home than at its entrance? By doing so thoughtfully, you can pull your home’s color, texture and style forward in smaller doses to encourage curiosity, exploration and the sense that your home is a special place. I realize that not all of us have the space or homeowner’s association approval to do such things, but if possible, make that connection by adding an appropriate gate or fence using the same stone.
Rethink your sidewalk.
As unimaginative as they are, concrete sidewalks seem to be the norm in many corners of suburbia. A unique sidewalk, however, can give your entry a sense of anticipation and a homogeneous feeling.
Consider garden sculpture.
Thoughtfully placed garden sculpture can create a sense of journey and anticipation when visitors arrive. Several pieces used in conjunction can create rhythm to further build anticipation.
Purchase new patio furniture.
Perhaps that old metal mesh patio table and chairs worked with your previous house, but now they look tired and out of place at your current home. It may be time to recycle and upgrade.
At North Eastern Group Realty, we are prepared to assist our clients with their significant Fort Wayne real estate decisions. Our corporate commitment is to provide real knowledge, proven experience and professional, quality service. To search all Fort Wayne homes for sale or find a Fort Wayne REALTOR®, visit our website at NorthEasternGroup.com.
North Eastern Group Realty is Fort Wayne’s largest independent real estate company located at 10808 La Cabreah Lane, Fort Wayne, IN 46845.
[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Other by Allison Park Paint & Wall Coverings PPG Pittsburgh Paints[/caption] Blue Paisley was chosen for the 2015 Color of the Year by PPG Pittsburgh Paints because of its vibrance and global, bohemian vibe. It’s meant to invoke positivity and possibility — things we tend to crave during chaotic and uncertain...
[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="287"] Transitional Family Room by Paterson Interior Designers & Decorators id 810 design group[/caption] Transitional Family Room by Paterson Interior Designers & Decorators id 810 design group The dining room is usually the first thing to go when shrinking a space plan down to the modern compact size so often seen in...