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Turn your front yard into a reflection of the love you have for your home and neighborhood.
We all have a pretty good idea of what we want to have in our backyards. A patio for dining and entertaining. Beautiful gardens. A pool. But when it comes to the front yard, we’re not as clear.
At first glance, front yard landscape design can feel a little restrictive — however, the possibilities for creating a beautiful and relaxing front yard are plentiful. The trick is to strike a balance between practicality and aesthetics.
To give you a head start in creating an inviting new outdoor space for your home, our landscape designers have put together this checklist to help make the transformation easier.
Knowing why you are looking to upgrade your yard is the important first step in what we call our “purpose-driven design process.” Because when we know what it is you’re looking for, we can create award-winning spaces in a way that is refreshing and collaborative.
In our experience, here are a few reasons why people want to transform their front yards.
How you answer these questions will dictate the kind of improvements you make, the materials you’ll use and the features you add.
This is where the fun begins! Once you know why you want to transform your front yard, it’s time to start designing it. At Vandenberg, the first step is to meet with you and get to know you better.
Then we start planning out your vision on paper, helping you prioritize features, choose appropriate materials and incorporate meaningful details. Here are a few questions to ask yourself when planning your own front yard transformation:
It’s not always easy to envision what the space will look like, so we create 3D digital models of the completed design. This lets you try it on for size and see exactly what it’ll look like before any construction begins.
Imagine driving up a stunning driveway, exiting your vehicle and walking past vibrant gardens towards the entrance of the place you call home. By transforming your front yard, this dream can be your reality. There are numerous features and enhancements you can add to your front yard, including the following:
As you can see, by investing in your front yard, you can create a visually appealing outdoor space that stands out in the neighbourhood and welcomes you home after a busy day.
At Vandenberg, we believe there’s nothing quite like a grand entrance! With proper planning and knowing your “why”, you can create the stunning front yard you’re after — whether that means a sweeping cobblestone driveway, a quiet nook to watch the world go by or a show-stopping garden full of gorgeous plants.
Whatever you decide, the goal is to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere and make your front yard an interesting and beautiful jewel in your neighourhood. If you’d like some ideas on how to transform your front yard, schedule a consultation and speak with one of our designers. There’s no obligation and we’re happy to share ideas to help your landscape reach its full potential.
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Following these guidelines can help increase your home’s value.