In small gardens, focusing on intimacy and attention to detail can expand the perception of space. By incorporating design elements that engage the senses and dividing the garden into different areas, allows a more interesting and inviting experience. The first step to creating a natural space in a garden setting is to find inspiration in nature, where you can borrow design, and recreate these scenes in your own unique way.
In this coastal garden, the dappled sunlight and ocean breeze create a serene atmosphere. A gravel path winds beside a dry stream, which fills with rainwater. It feels like walking through nearby coastal canyons. Lemonade berry bushes grow to form a cozy sanctuary for birds. A charming bird bath adds to the scene. Fragrant sage and yerba buena scent the air, heightened by coastal fog. All of this can be enjoyed from indoors, where the windows act like living pieces of art.
