Create a Garden Room for your Pacific Northwest Yard

Transform your outdoor space into a multi-functional retreat by creating a garden room. This concept allows you to design an outdoor area that feels like an additional room in your home, tailored to your specific needs and interests. Here’s how to create your own garden room:

 

1. Define the Space

   – Establish the boundaries of your garden room using hedges, trellises, or low stone walls. You can also create different levels with terraces or raised beds to give the area a distinct and inviting feel.

 

2. Incorporate Seating

   – Make your garden room comfortable and inviting by adding seating options like a weatherproof couch, hammock, or Adirondack chairs. Consider including a small fire pit or outdoor heater to extend the usability of the space into cooler months.

 

3. Create a Focal Point

   – Add a central feature to your garden room, such as a water element like a small pond or modern fountain for a calming effect. Alternatively, a sculpture or a large, colorful planter can serve as a striking focal point that draws attention.

 

4. Use Multi-Functional Planting

   – Select plants that offer both visual appeal and practical benefits. For example, a row of lavender can provide color and fragrance while attracting pollinators. Edible plants, like herbs or dwarf fruit trees, add practicality to the beauty.

 

5. Include Lighting

   – Enhance the ambiance of your garden room with a mix of lighting options, such as string lights, solar-powered lanterns, and strategically placed spotlights. This will create a cozy atmosphere and allow you to enjoy the space after dark.

 

6. Add Personal Touches

   – Personalize your garden room by incorporating elements that reflect your personality or hobbies. If you love art, hang outdoor-safe artwork or create a mosaic stepping stone path. If you enjoy yoga, include a flat, open space with a weather-resistant mat or platform.

 

7. Provide Shade

   – Ensure comfort in your garden room by installing a pergola, shade sail, or large umbrella. Planting fast-growing vines like wisteria or grapevines can add natural shade and enhance the space’s beauty over time.

 

8. Plan for Privacy

   – Create a secluded retreat by using tall grasses, bamboo, or lattice panels with climbing plants to screen the area from neighbors.

Your garden room can serve as a peaceful retreat, a dining area, or a place for entertaining guests, all while enhancing the overall aesthetic and functionality of your landscape. With thoughtful design, your garden room will become a cherished part of your outdoor living space.

Need help  planning a garden room? Call Levy’s Lawns and Landscaping at (360) 876-6567