Garden blank canvas!
Hi, we have done lots of work inside and now turning to the garden. It's about 150' long and 50' wide, and east facing.
I don't want to make any expensive mistakes like putting patio or shed in the wrong place but we really need to get the shed done ASAP as we have no garage. We also really struggle with having no shade in the summer for the kids to play in. I've attached one design someone did for us but the shed is extremely narrow
the grass for the kids, just a sail over the patio.
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Comments (1)Very blank canvas indeed! ¯_(ツ)_/¯...See Moreamanda1000000
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8 years agoYou're welcome, I hadn't noticed that was a veg patch!
Would this work any better? The shed would be shielded with trees either side and then add plants in front re view from patio. I've included gravel in front for a change in texture and maybe a fountain type water feature as a focal point? Patio is still raised and with the pergola and some potted plants to "shield" play area and add some height that side. I'm assuming swing etc will be down that end but the kids would also still play on the grass by the house, Again you could put down some soft play material with a sail for some cover in the play area and leave the grass under the trees.amanda1000000 thanked minnie101
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8 years agowhere abouts do you want the shed?
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8 years agoRight I'm not sure if you will be able to see all the writing on this but I sketched it out this morning taking all the ideas we've had from everyone and am quite excited about it. What do you think?
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