Garden designs that are easier and more popular than lawns are on the rise lately🌿

When it comes to garden design consultations,
lawns have long been a popular choice.

A garden with greenery
is certainly pleasant,
and it also gives the space a softer look🏡

However, lately,
"Lawns seem like a lot of work to maintain"
is a sentiment I hear much more often.

Even when talking to clients on-site as an exterior design salesperson,
more people are choosing garden designs
other than lawns than ever before🌱

The reason is simple.

Appearance is important, but
people want to make daily maintenance easier.

This way of thinking
has become quite realistic😊

■ Lawns are beautiful, but they also require effort✂️

A lawn garden
has a wonderful atmosphere
when it is well-maintained.

It can be a place for children to play, and
it makes the whole garden look brighter☀️

However, a lawn
is not finished once it is planted.

Watering, mowing, and weeding.

Depending on the season,
fertilizing and top-dressing are also necessary.

Growth is fast, especially in the summer, so
frequent maintenance is required💦

For families busy with work or raising children,
it can feel more demanding than they had imagined.

That is why, lately,
more people are choosing gardens that
"look beautiful but are easy to maintain."

■ Artificial turf is popular🟢

For those who want to keep the look of a lawn
but make maintenance easier,
artificial turf is a popular choice.

It requires no watering or mowing,
and its appeal is that it looks green all year round🌿

It is often used for spaces where children play, or
in gardens in front of the living room.

However, for artificial turf,
how you choose and install it is important.

If you choose something too cheap,
it may look unnatural,
or you might find it deteriorates quickly.

Also, if the base is poor,
it can cause puddles and uneven surfaces.

For artificial turf,
the base preparation is actually more important
than the product itself👍

■ Gravel + weed control fabric is also a practical option🪨

For those who want to make maintenance easier,
the combination of gravel and weed control fabric
is also popular.

It helps with weed control,
and the costs are relatively easy to keep down.

It is a great fit
for areas around buildings or
spaces where you don't walk very often😊

However, if you cover the main part of the garden
entirely with gravel,
it can sometimes feel a bit cold.

Also, if you have small children,
they might throw the stones,
or it might be painful if they fall down💦

Gravel is convenient, but
it is important to choose the right location for it.

You can achieve a good balance by
using it in areas meant for display versus areas
where you want to make management easier.

■ Tiles and concrete are also increasing🏠

Recently,
more households are choosing to make
part of their garden tile or concrete.

The benefits are that it is easy to place tables and chairs,
and it is easy to clean.

It is also easy to use for barbecues, pools,
and as a laundry drying space🍽️

However, if you cover the entire area with hard materials,
it might lose some of its garden-like feel.

It tends to hold heat in the summer, so
you also need to consider sun exposure☀️

I recommend
combining artificial turf, gravel, tiles, and plants
in a balanced way.

It is easier to achieve a good look and functionality
if you don't use just one material for everything✨

■ Adding a little greenery creates a great atmosphere🌳

Even in a garden you want to keep low-maintenance,
you don't have to eliminate greenery entirely.

In fact,
just adding a little bit of planting
can significantly change the impression of your garden.

If you only use artificial turf or tiles,
it can sometimes look a bit monotonous.

By adding a few shrubs, a focal tree,
or some ground cover,
you can create a natural atmosphere🌿

The key is
not to plant too much.

Keep the amount manageable,
and place them only where they will be most effective.

Even just doing this
makes the whole garden look more stylish😊

■ Summary🌱

Lawns are attractive,
but they require a lot of effort to keep looking nice.

Recently,
gardens that use artificial turf, gravel, weed-control sheets,
tiles, or concrete
to make maintenance easier are on the rise.

What's important
is not just choosing low-maintenance materials.

Where will you play?

Where will you walk?

What do you want to show off?

It's about combining materials
to suit how you use the space🏡

You can create a stylish garden
that is easier to maintain than a lawn.

Creating a garden you can maintain without stress
will ultimately lead to a highly satisfying exterior space✨