Photo gallery: arrangement of a summer cottage
There are many ideas for arranging a summer cottage, but each summer resident rethinks them in his own way. They begin work on their summer cottage with a layout, which is especially important for small plots.
Man-made pond and gazebo at the dacha Source liveinternet.ru
As can be seen from this example, even a small area can accommodate a sufficient number of landscape design elements.
A gazebo and a small pond, equipped with your own hands near the house, will create a unique aura and mood. In Chinese Feng Shui philosophy, a naturally irregular shape is believed to be the most appropriate geometry for a water tank. The pond was called the “bright hall” of the natural landscape.
Option for constructing a pond at the dacha Source dekorin.me
The Japanese garden is an interesting design option for a summer cottage. The sophistication of the aesthetics of the natural landscape attracts many summer residents.
Japanese-style decoration with a man-made pond Source pinterest.com
Beautiful flower beds are the pearls of the backyard landscape. They are pleasing to the eye and recreate an atmosphere of peace. It's nice to relax on a bench, in a gazebo, inhaling the aroma of flowers.
Decoration of flower beds Source diz-cafe.com
Flower garden around the bench Source dizayndoma101.com
Option of the original flower garden Source ru.depositphotos.com
The design of the site in a landscape style is suitable for a dacha located in forest areas, near a natural reservoir. Scandinavian landscape design fits into this interpretation.
Arrangement in the style of a natural landscape Source idre-hembygdsforening.se
See also: Catalog of companies that specialize in landscaping work on sites.
The combination of small architectural forms with flower beds looks beautiful. In a small area, you should not oversaturate the territory with an abundance of landscape architecture elements.
Flowerbed combined with columns in antique style Source in.pinterest.com
Flowerbed in combination with MAFs Source bigmobel.access.ly
Among the numerous techniques for arranging a site are arches, pergolas with hanging plants. These are the elements that transform the landscape. The lush beauty of vertically growing plants creates a cool atmosphere in the gazebo for relaxation. Acts as an element dividing the territory into zones and serves as a camouflage for fences.
Ampelous plants in the country Source mx185.com
Climbing roses Source dekormyhome.ru
Over time, items that have gone out of use accumulate in the household. Creative rethinking of their purpose is sometimes realized in interesting landscape design solutions.
An old bicycle that became the basis for an interesting flower bed Source lifehacker.ru
Step-by-step arrangement of a summer cottage with your own hands
The arrangement of the site begins with planning and division into zones. For this purpose, they take a copy of the land plot as a basis and sketch out a plan on it. It is necessary to mark on the diagram the trees growing on the territory.
When distributing zones, it is necessary to take into account:
- Size of territory.
- Relief (take into account all differences).
- Cardinal directions for the purpose of planting plants for their proper development.
- Location of the main water outlet, choice of irrigation system (drip, sprinkling, from a portable hose). Automatic watering is possible, but it is more expensive. Includes wiring system, electronic control.
You need to carefully think through and draw a site plan. Next, they move on to dividing the site into zones.
Traditionally, the following are distinguished:
- relaxation area;
- playground for children;
- utility block;
- areas reserved for gardens and beds;
- water bodies: ponds, streams, fountains;
- objects for relaxation: gazebos, a bench near a flower bed, grottoes, pergolas;
- car parking area.
Layout of the site Source sale-63.ru
It is better to set aside a shady area not far from the house for a recreation area. It is advisable to have a water outlet nearby. Climbing hanging plants are planted around the perimeter of the gazebo.
The vegetable garden is arranged in the southern or southeastern part of the site so that the plants have enough sunlight. It would be rational if a separate water outlet was connected to it.
The utility block is camouflaged with hedges and trellises with climbing plants.
Relaxation zones with a bench are arranged in picturesque places on the site: near flower beds, water bodies, in the shade of trees.
After identifying the zones, they determine where the electrical wiring needs to be laid: to the recreation area, to the playground, to illuminate the pond. It makes sense to use light-accumulating elements to illuminate the rest of the area.
Next, the design style is determined. Regulatory styles are based on strict geometry of forms.
Landscape, on the contrary, are as close as possible to the natural landscape. The use of certain small architectural forms depends on the style.
Landscape stylistics Source supersadovnik.ru
When the territory is divided into zones, decide on the aesthetic design and maintenance system, you need to think about what plants will be planted and where. They are based on the conditions of the climate zone, soil, and personal preferences.
Even in a rather harsh climate, it is now possible to grow plants that were previously characteristic only of temperate, southern latitudes. Thanks to many years of work by breeders, frost-resistant varieties have been developed, for example, of shrub and climbing roses.
What to consider when planning a front garden
The development of any piece of land requires a systematic approach. It is impossible, in a fit of desire, to buy the first plants you like, plant them randomly and expect a satisfying result. When designing a front garden, it is important to take into account at least 3 determining factors. They are a hint as to what and where to plant.
What to consider when selecting plants for the front garden:
- Plant habit. If there is not enough space, the spreading crown of trees and shrubs will take up too much space; branches can reach the window and knock on the glass in a strong wind;
- How much time will be allocated for front garden care. Capricious plant species require more attention, while unpretentious ones are content with minimal care;
- Orientation to the side of the world. Sun-loving plants are planted on the sunny side, and shade-tolerant plants are planted in the shade.
Plants for a shady garden: hostas, ferns, etc.
Material costs are also an important aspect. High-quality planting material is not cheap and it is not always possible to buy everything planned at once. In this case, you can fill the front garden gradually, over several years. Temporarily empty spaces in this case are sown with annual flowers.
Violas of different colors
They don't form a strong root system, so they're easy to get rid of when it's time to plant something more substantial. Seeds collected from annuals are used to create mixed flower beds.
Fencing the site - using the fence as decoration
In summer cottages, especially small ones, as a rule, blind, high fences are not installed. They look bulky, are dissonant with the surrounding natural landscape, block the perspective, and interfere with the ventilation of the space. A picket fence, a low fence made of boards with clearance, or fencing made of various types of metal mesh are more suitable for fencing an area.
Fences are made from scrap materials, for example, sawing logs. The wattle fence will fit organically into the natural style.
Options for original design of fences Source vjazanie-kreativ.ru
Fences made from scrap materials Source domik.e-remontik.ru
Weaving options Source yandex.kz
Hedges, fencing with climbing, hanging flowering plants are not only a beautiful element of arranging a dacha, but also a natural continuation of the landscape. An option for designing hedges includes using the fence as a support for vertical flower beds.
Hedge arch Source vedy.ru
Vertical beds on a fence Source sazhaemsad.ru
Picket fence with climbing roses Source houseadvice.ru
A hedge of trees Source housepic.ru
Topiary
The ancient Japanese art of curly pruning of trees and bushes is rarely used in Russian dachas. Firstly, this is quite labor-intensive work, which many people simply don’t get around to, and secondly, tree figures require larger spaces than the usual 6 or 9 acres.
Most often, Russian topiary involves trimming border bushes.
A good option for such landscaping would be to fill a ready-made frame with plants. It does not require complex care or design skills.
Arrangement of the play area
Children's playgrounds are installed in places that are clearly visible from different points of the site and the house. Thus, the child will be under constant adult supervision. When arranging a site for a play area, you need to follow several rules.
The soil cover in this area should be soft enough to prevent the possibility of injury. A grass carpet or sand bedding is suitable. The installed play equipment is made with a safety margin: the child grows and gains weight. The equipment of the play area depends on the age of the children. Traditionally it includes:
- sandbox;
- mini-pool;
- slides;
- swing;
- sports corner: ladder, hanging rings, parallel bars, crossbar;
- playhouse.
Adult play areas are organized for teenagers. This could be a small tennis court, a playground with a basketball hoop, or a football goal. Additionally, they are equipped with a sports corner.
Children's playground in the country Source realt.onliner.by
Children's playground with a log house Source homegar.ru
Children's playground, sports ground Source 990.md
Arrangement of a summer cottage with corners of relaxation
A favorite place on a summer cottage is a relaxation corner. Design it according to personal preferences.
Forms of arrangement of recreation areas:
- gazebos with barbecue;
- pergolas (open gazebos) covered with climbing plants;
- benches located in picturesque corners of the site;
- specially equipped grottoes;
- open fireplaces with a sofa group around them;
- terraces near the house;
Hanging hammocks and swings are installed in the shade of trees.
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Traditional materials for making gazebos: wood, timber, logs, forging. In construction supermarkets you can purchase dismountable ready-made structures. Having certain skills in construction work, you can do them yourself. Including those made from scrap materials (irregularly shaped wooden logs treated with impregnations).
Pergola covered with climbing plants Source houzz.com
Forged gazebo for evening gatherings Source manintown.ru
Sequencing:
- Determine the location for installation. It is better if it is a shaded area close to the water outlets.
- Draw a sketch of the gazebo to scale, and calculate the material from it.
- Prepare the foundation. Remove the top layer of soil and make a cushion of gravel and sand.
- Before pouring the foundation, load-bearing supporting elements of the structure are installed and concreted.
- Then the foundation is poured with a cement-sand mixture.
- The rafter part of the roof is mounted, then the side, non-supporting elements.
- Install the roof.
Arranging a dacha with an open fireplace Source www.ogorod.ru
Wooden boards with moisture-resistant impregnation and natural stone tiles are often used as flooring. The barbecue (stationary, portable) is installed at such a distance that the heat from it does not spread to the recreation area. Stationary barbecues are installed in large gazebos.
Log design option with barbecue Source pinterest.com
Fireplace near the gazebo Source pinterest.es
Relaxation corner at the dacha in the shade of trees Source homee-garden.com
Lawns
Cozy green meadows are increasingly decorating the summer cottages of even avid gardeners. Usually they are located in the entrance area, so as not to spend a lot of time maintaining a cozy appearance of the territory, or in the recreation area, where they are intended for playing with children or carefree lying in the sun.
According to their intended purpose, lawns can be:
- decorative, intended exclusively for admiring fluffy grass;
- practical, withstanding occasional walking on green surfaces.
According to the installation method, they are distinguished:
- sowing;
- rolled lawns.
Arrangement of external attractiveness of the house
The harmony of the composition of the architectural ensemble of the house and the landscape is achieved by introducing elements of plant design into the design of the facade and terrace of the building.
Design option for the façade of a dacha Source wapand.sayt.im
Terrace with climbing roses in flowerpots Source canfm.club
Plants for landscaping
Conventionally, the entire dacha plot can be divided into several main parts:
- The vernal zone defines the boundaries of the territory. Fences, including hedges, are installed along its perimeter. Tall trees and shrubs are used for these purposes.
- The central or internal part, which is directly adjacent to the house. This is an active zone, where the main small architectural forms, flower beds, and flower beds are located. It should be visible from the windows of the house.
- Separate or intermediate zones: recreation, sports, household. Arrangement of a summer cottage involves highlighting them with the help of landscape design elements: paths, low hedges, mixborders, pergolas, arches with climbing plants.
Bright mixborder Source beautycontraception.ru
Beautiful pergola Source nasha-besedka.ru
They are united into a single composition by the general style of the landscape, repeating, alternating elements: paths duplicating elements of landscape design.
These include:
- Mixborders are flower beds in several levels, running along the paths.
- Hanging structures for hanging plants, dividing the area into zones.
- Rock gardens, bulk flower beds combined with stones and gravel.
- Gabions, metal mesh containers filled with stones. Suitable for forming flower beds in areas with uneven terrain.
- Rutaria, flower beds, the basis of which are the stumps of old trees.
- Flower beds, flowerbeds, ridges. The plants in them should not overlap each other, so low-growing ones are planted around the perimeter, and taller ones in the middle.
- Grass lawns serve as a separating element. At the same time, they create a general background for all parts of the landscape.
Alpine slide for landscaping a summer cottage Source gameasphalt.ru
Bright, unusual rutaria for the garden Source svoimi-rukami-da.ru
Gabion as a means of territory zoning Source datestudio.by
How to decorate a flower bed correctly
In order for a flower garden created by the owner to turn out beautiful and harmonious, it is important to follow the rules of decoration.
Tips for beginners:
- It is advisable to grow perennial shrubs (juniper, thuja) in the front garden that do not require care and lighting. They are placed at a short distance because they grow over time. Annuals are planted in between them.
- Flower beds next to the house should match the walls of the structure in shade.
- It is recommended that there be at least one beautifully flowering plant in the flowerbed.
Recreation area with a high fence Source landscape-project.com
Barbecue in the yard Source pro-remont.org
At the initial stages, it is better to refuse to plant capricious exotic plants: they require close attention, careful care and certain knowledge. For beginners, it is better to choose unpretentious native shrubs and flowers that are resistant to weather conditions.
Popular types of flower beds for arranging a front garden:
- Vertical and multi-tiered.
- Arabesques are oval or round flower beds.
- Border flower beds.
- Rabatki are planted along the path.
- Alpine slides and rockeries (there are stones and boulders).
- Free-form structures.
Large spider made from bottles Source pikabu.ru
Special design techniques are often used: decorating flower beds with gravel, stones, wood. Also, owners often show imagination and use improvised materials (car tires, forged elements, bottles, carts, flower pots). Garden figures, mechanisms and antique utensils emerge from the barn. Designers find a use for even a worn-out shoe.
Crafts for the garden Source eltctricon.ru
Rock gardens and rock gardens are flower beds in which boulders and stones are used. The Alpine slide is traditionally located on a hill. Vegetation native to rocky areas is used. A rockery is a “rock garden” on a flat surface. Boulders play the main role here, and plants are of secondary importance. Such platforms are located in prominent places in the garden plot so that guests can appreciate the design idea.
Decorating a rock garden at home Source sort-vinograd.com
Arabesque is complex patterns and ornaments stylized in the Middle Ages. The complex ornate curves of the flower garden form geometric shapes, ornaments, and winding lines. Arabesques often imitate figures of animals, birds and plants. To make the character look bright and colorful, its contours are framed with several circles of richly colored flowers.
Bright flowerbed in the shape of a butterfly Source newstangle.com
