Does a professionally landscaped garden add value to your home?

This is a question we are always asked frequently and the answer every time is yes it does.  

When considering moving homes, the garden often plays a significant role in the decision-making process.  If a well-designed and landscaped outdoor living space or garden appeals to you, you're not alone.  Such spaces can not only add value to your home, but also significantly enhance your quality of life.

Your garden is the wrapping for the biggest investment most people ever make and architects stand by the fact that it is the landscape that informs any building.

What is Outdoor Living Space?

The term "outdoor living space" refers to any area outside that acts as an extension of the indoor living environment.  This can include everything from simple patios to elaborate gardens that serve as outdoor kitchens, dining areas, or relaxation zones.  An effectively utilised garden can transform daily life by providing a venue for:

• Children’s play areas
• Outdoor kitchens
• Dining and relaxation spaces
• Social gathering spots
• Outdoor cinemas
• Exercise areas
• Home offices
• Spa or hot tub areas
• Peaceful retreats for reading or meditation

Planning your Outdoor Living Space

Designing the perfect outdoor living space involves more than just selecting plants and patio furniture.  It requires thoughtful consideration of your lifestyle needs and how each element will function within the space.  Alongside garden designers and Landscape Architects, landscape gardeners are skilled in creating functional and beautiful outdoor environments tailored to personal specifications and budgets. 

They take into account:

• The activities you plan to enjoy outdoors
• The need for practical features like storage or utility areas
• Overcoming common challenges such as privacy issues, road noise, and safety concerns
• Overcoming level changes and drainage
• Working to your budget not against it

Professional landscapers can navigate these challenges, turning potential negatives into well-designed features of your garden.

Do you need Planning Permission?

Not all outdoor enhancements require planning permission, but it's crucial to comply with local building regulations.  A professional landscaper understands these regulations well and can advise you on any necessary permissions.  This precaution ensures that your new outdoor space is not only beautiful, but also legally compliant.

Cost Considerations

The cost of developing an outdoor living space varies widely depending on the scope and scale of your project.  Landscapers can work with your budget to suggest materials and designs that maximise your investment without compromising on quality or aesthetics or breaking the bank.  Unlike what you might see on TV makeover shows, real-life garden renovations need to be planned with a realistic budget in mind.

A Note of Caution

A beautifully designed garden can significantly enhance your property's value and your enjoyment of it.  However, poor design or workmanship can detract from both.  It's essential to choose landscaping professionals who use high-quality materials and whose expertise ensures that the space is not only attractive, but also safe, well built, robust and durable.

When planning changes to your garden with the intent to sell your property in the future, consider balancing your personal tastes with designs that will also appeal to potential buyers. Choose versatile design elements that can easily be personalised with different accessories or planting to appeal to a wide range of tastes.

Well-designed and professionally executed outdoor living spaces do add value to properties and improve the quality of lifestyle.  Just as you would with an indoor renovation, investing in professional landscape design and construction for your garden ensures a lasting and beneficial enhancement to your home.

If you are looking to transform your garden into a unique outdoor living space? Contact us today.