A gazebo is one of the important elements of any cottage. Their designs and shapes are varied. Some choose a gazebo in the Scandinavian style, others - in Russian or Japanese. To make an important and integral structure for your site, you need to familiarize yourself in detail with the basics of constructing such objects.
It all depends on how the gazebo will be used: for a summer picnic with barbecue or for relaxing in a hammock, on a soft sofa with pillows. The shapes and sizes of the structure can also be any. It is possible to use canopies and special barriers from wind and rain. There are many design options: from a wicker house to a massive structure using brick and metal in its creation. And when the gazebo was built by the owner of the dacha himself, it is many times more pleasant and interesting.
The cozy building is an ideal place for outdoor relaxation.
The open-air gazebo is equipped with a wood-burning fireplace.
An excellent option for arranging the yard of a forest house.
Dream house by the sea
The exterior of a house with broken lines and laconic forms always looks exclusive. On the outside, the façade is made of shell, brick or wood; there is panoramic glazing, which not only lets in a lot of sunlight and opens up a beautiful view, but also allows for complete integration with the surrounding landscape.
The photo shows a two-story high-tech cottage with a terrace and a swimming pool, located on the seashore.
The design of a cottage on the seashore assumes the presence of an open terrace with or without a light glass fence. Exterior decoration in light colors will help to further emphasize the elegance and minimalism of a high-tech building. This cottage is perfect for those who appreciate maximum comfort, functionality and privacy.
Peculiarities
Structures in this style look very modern and interesting on the territory of the house, and they can be made from almost any materials that everyone has. The size of the building can be any, since it all depends on the desires and needs of the owner of the house. The main thing for a high-tech style gazebo is that it has right angles and clear lines. The most popular manufacturing materials that are suitable for such a building are glass, metal, polycarbonate and wood.
High-tech is a special style that differs from similar ones in some features:
- Unique and stylish appearance.
- High level of functionality.
- Manufacturability.
- Originality of design.
High-tech buildings are very simple and practical, and are distinguished by the absence of many unnecessary decorative elements. They also have technological forms that make it possible to perceive the structure somewhat differently. To create such gazebos, you can take flights of fancy. High-tech style gazebo projects are made individually for each person, so that the structure matches the mood and taste of the customer. Because of this, the cost can vary greatly, since much depends on the chosen shape, as well as materials.
Gazebos in this style cannot be installed on those summer cottages that have a rustic or classical style, as it will be completely bad taste and inconsistent in appearance. But on the other hand, these structures look unusual if lighting is installed, near a pool or on a flat area, but in the middle of a blooming garden.
The design of the gazebo should follow the following rules:
- Laconic lines and no forged openwork/carving.
- Properly selected and placed lighting.
- The space is clean, preferably there is a free space nearby and no partitions.
- A combination of colors, usually white and black.
Types of structures
By type, all gazebos can be divided into 4 groups:
Open
This type of design is designed to solve two main problems: protection from the scorching sun and rain. They are most suitable for the summer season, indispensable for summer residents who spend 3-4 months (or less) on their 6 acres. Open gazebos can be found in different types and materials - they are made of wood, metal and others. With this type of design, the play of shapes and types can be limited solely by your imagination.
Closed
This structure can be called an intermediate link between an open gazebo and a country house. The walls can be made of wooden lattice or closed completely. If the gazebo has solid solid walls, it can be used not only in summer, but even in winter, if there is a heating system.
"Live" gazebos
Real works of landscape design art. This option does not use standard building materials, but the fact is that real living plants (trees and shrubs) are used to build walls and canopies. In addition, such structures do not require special material investments, however, when “building” such a structure, a remarkable amount of creativity will need to be applied. The result of this will be an original gazebo in a single quantity; another like it will not be found in the whole world.
Gazebos - barbecue
If you like to spend time in a big, cheerful company, and even with the pleasant smell of meat or fish cooking on fire in the fresh air, then this option is for you. Such gazebos consist not only of a dining area, but also a cooking area, where a barbecue, barbecue, cocktail bowl or a whole complex for preparing various dishes can be located. Such a gazebo can be of an open or closed type (with a good smoke exhaust system), there are no special restrictions on the materials, the main thing is that the heating zone does not come into contact with flammable or explosive materials.
Abundance of design solutions
Design projects are not alike. To create a new original image, you can combine individual elements of different styles. Simply adding a modern sunroof to the structure's roof will provide additional shade on hot summer days.
The pergola, with its intricately carved stone pillars, wooden beams and luxurious decorations, reflects the splendor of the classical style. Beautiful winding paths, vine-covered canopies, arches - borrowed from Italian Renaissance gardens.
Classic charm in the intricately carved stone pillars
Swimming pool and SPA area in the backyard Project London Bay Homes
Stunning outdoor seating area
Today, pergolas are built not only from simple stone or wood. Original designs made of vinyl, aluminum and other lightweight materials are quickly gaining popularity. Modern pergolas are a combination of fashion trends with the charm of a traditional form. They are easy to install and maintain.
Cozy corner with fireplace for romantic evenings outdoors
Classic design meets modern minimalism
Wicker bamboo - an element of oriental style in pergola design
Among the many different pergolas, every homeowner can find exactly what will meet his requirements. Even with a basic design, you can easily change its style and mood by choosing unique decor, accessories and lighting.
Textile elements make the structure more comfortable and elegant Idea by design studio Clifford M Scholz Architects
Traditional terrace with beautiful pergola by Elad Gonen & Zeev Beech
Chic Mediterranean style courtyard with a beautiful pergola
A living vine provides shade and decorates the structure
Harmonious architectural combination of pergola and building facade
Successful decoration of a small yard Idea Verdance Fine Garden Design
Artificial rainwater waterfall Design idea Castanes Architects PS
About choosing a style
After completing the construction of a house, one of the first buildings to appear on a personal plot is a gazebo. Although it is a stand-alone structure, design and landscape experts advise choosing a style for it that matches the style of the main structure. A successful combination of buildings creates a favorable impression of the entire site; a vacation in such a place will be truly comfortable and complete.
In addition to choosing a style, the owners will have to decide a few more questions about arranging the gazebo: choose a location, determine the shape and size (including details such as cladding and roofing), and think over the landscape design around the building. Before the design begins, it is determined whether the gazebo will be open, intended for summer recreation, or closed, in which you can spend time in winter
Very often, the gazebo is given the role of the central element of the garden, therefore, no matter which option is chosen, close attention should be paid to the style
Thoughtful proportions of the building fit perfectly into the landscape Source yandex.ru
House in the forest
A house decorated with clapboard, block house or siding with imitation wood looks especially harmonious against the backdrop of a natural landscape. Such exterior design will visually soften the ultra-modern high-tech building and deprive it of some coldness. This will turn the cottage into an integral part of the ecological system, and not its opposite.
The photo shows a high-tech cottage with panoramic glazing and wooden trim, located in the forest.
A building and a personal plot in a high-tech style should have the most natural and non-garish design, complementing the forest space and at the same time highlighting the building against a solid green background.
The design of a fashionable, ultra-modern and dynamic house in the forest often involves panoramic glazing and an open terrace overlooking nature.
Stylish extension of living space
Pergolas are an excellent decoration for a terrace or area next to a pool. However, remember that the structure does not have to cover the entire area. This way you can create a multifunctional and ergonomic space that is both aesthetic and useful.
Modern pergola in the garden from Lencioni Construction
Pergola with built-in fireplace
The sophisticated outdoor fireplace is an eye-catcher. Place outdoor furniture by the fire for the perfect place for evening gatherings. Unlike gazebos with a full roof, pergolas are not able to fully protect from rain or sun. But they give an incomparable feeling of openness. And for those who want to create a more secluded and intimate environment, you can use fabric curtains or even shutters.
Path next to the house under the cover of a pergola
Luxurious swimming pool with original lighting from Suite 102
Shaded terrace with stunning views of the pond and mountains
Ingeniously designed luxury penthouse veranda by Frederick Gibson + Associates Architecture
Balcony-pergola as a continuation of the main building
Pergola intelligently connects the house with the pool
Great contrast of white pillows with dark wood
Country style gazebo
The name of the style is borrowed from the English language, and translated means nothing more than “village”. The style includes many directions, and the gazebo can look completely different, depending on which culture was taken as a model. In suburban areas there are gazebos reminiscent of a Russian hut, an English cottage, a tropical bungalow or an American ranch. The main feature that unites all these various buildings is the recreation of rural comfort. When decorating a gazebo in country style, a variety of techniques are used:
Selection of natural materials. Natural materials are welcome: wood in any form (board, timber, rounded log) and stone. You should avoid using plastic, linoleum and other factory-made products. Glass and chrome elements are used sparingly, but forging and objects made of bronze or old metal will be very appropriate.
A popular option for a relaxing summer holiday in the English style Source domyou.ru
- Selection of furniture
. Furniture is selected on the basis of simplicity and convenience. In a country gazebo, neat wicker and wooden objects, perhaps with forged elements, will look good. - Placement of accents
. Coziness will be created by woolen bedspreads, coarse textile curtains, bright sofa cushions and plants - both fresh flowers and dried compositions. Optional, but highly desirable details will be antique lamps, dishes that match the style and a fireplace. - Choice of environment
. To make relaxation in the open gazebo truly comfortable, decorative shrubs are planted around; it could be lilac, rosehip, viburnum or the more practical barberry and currant. - Using stylistic nuances
. Russian-style gazebos resemble towers and are often built from rounded or untreated logs. A Scandinavian-style gazebo is recognizable by its simplified shape and the use of timber. A gazebo in the Mediterranean (Italian) style is characterized by the use of openwork grilles, which is not very functional, but is undoubtedly beautiful. To recreate the German style, half-timbered fences are built from massive boards fastened crosswise.
Country-style interior Source trizio.ru ?>
How to make a roof easily
There are many types and types of roofs:
- Single-pitched, multi-pitched.
- In the form of a tent.
- By dome type.
- Resembling a sphere.
The roof is mounted separately, and then erected on the frame of the gazebo. If the gazebo is square, a quadrangular base is made according to the size of the building (Fig. 6). The rafters are attached, the base is strengthened. Already in this form, the roof can be erected on your gazebo and secured, then sheathed with boards. The frame can also be covered with metal sheets to protect it from rain.
Roof installation for a gazebo in Scandinavian style.
Pay attention to the climate in your region. If there is snow in winter, then the roof slopes should be made at an acute angle. During construction, the board should be selected from light varieties of wood. It’s good if you saturate it with water-repellent solutions. For better sound insulation, plastic or ondulin roof sheathing is suitable. The base can be covered with plywood and covered with metal tiles on top. This way there will be less noise when it rains. Slate is also suitable from materials that have proven themselves in roof construction.
Proper design of the gazebo roof.
A modern building on a suburban property of a Moscow businessman.
Industrial and loft style
Who is it suitable for?
Industrial style and loft style are intended only for large rooms, but they are often used in small rooms and are very successful. These styles are perfect for people in creative professions who are constantly looking for inspiration and motivation.
- Materials These interior styles are based on a combination of many materials and textures. Brickwork, concrete, wood, plastic and stone are sometimes combined in one room. This sounds, of course, scary, but just look at the photo and everything will become clear.
- Colors In the classic version, the combination of gray, black and white is most common. Moreover, black and gray are predominant. Today's version of reproducing these styles is softer and adapted to everyday life. Bright colors have been added to the color scheme.
The industrial and loft styles were based in former industrial premises, so exposed piping, electrical wiring, and bare finishes are welcome. Textiles and colorful upholstered furniture add warmth and comfort to brutal styles.
High-tech gazebo - we do it ourselves
There are several ways that will help you make a gazebo in this style with your own hands, and they should be considered before starting work:
Usually, the frame is made first, and then sheathed with the material you have chosen. In order to fix the material, the best option would be to use a mechanism called a “nut-screw”. To ensure that all corners are the same size and the connection is rigid, metal corners should be used. It will be better if you choose natural, natural and calm shades
If you want something bright, pay attention to the compatibility of all the colors not only with each other in the design, but also with the surrounding background.. Useful advice! In order to make a beautiful and bright accent, you can buy dark furniture for the gazebo, which will attract attention
Helpful advice! In order to make a beautiful and bright accent, you can buy dark furniture for the gazebo, which will attract attention. In this section we will look at how to make a simple version of a gazebo with your own hands using available materials
In this section we will look at how to make a simple version of a gazebo with your own hands using available materials.
Making the base
In our case, there are two options for making the foundation. 1 – platform, 2 – pile-type foundation on pipes. To make a site, you will need to make your own formwork on a pre-prepared site, and then lay a reinforced mesh and fill it all with concrete. For such a foundation you do not have to spend a lot of time, material and money.
But you can go the other way, mark the locations and drill holes into which you will insert the pipes, but they will need to be treated with an anti-corrosion agent. Such tubes should be inserted vertically and filled with concrete mortar on top.
Frame assembly
When assembling a frame for a high-tech style gazebo, photos of which can be found in the article, you should strengthen the support pillars at the corners of the structure. If you have chosen a concrete platform as the base, then screw metal plates down to the concrete support pillars, and they, in turn, should be installed on anchors to the concrete. After this, the top trim of the installed supports should be completed. In the middle of the gazebo, secure a beam of suitable size on top.
Decor
When the frame is completely ready, you can make the concrete floor more beautiful by using fragments or whole pieces of ceramic tiles. After this, we attach the polycarbonate sheets to the roof of the gazebo. To do this, nail a glazing bead on the inside of the top trim, onto which polycarbonate can be attached using transparent sealant. In order to drain water from the roof, you need to make holes in the timber. The back and side walls should be designed as follows - nail horizontal bars, which are processed and painted, to the rack, and they should be nailed at a distance of 50 mm from each other.
To decorate the ceiling, you should make a sheathing of bars located horizontally and attach it from the inside to the frame of the gazebo. But for a high-tech style gazebo, you can make the walls not only from bars, but from the same polycarbonate, which will be attached to the support posts with self-tapping screws or a press washer.
In addition, when working with polycarbonate there are special nuances that should also be observed:
- When using and transporting the material after purchase, make sure that it is not exposed to cold air.
- When installing, the edges of the material should be sealed with sealant or silicone.
- To eliminate the possibility of damage to the exterior coating, cut polycarbonate sheets with a jigsaw or grinder.
The finished conversation can be decorated with furniture that matches the style. Outside, you can install a small ladder or a path that smoothly goes into the garden. Outside, you can grow bindweed plants along the walls of the gazebo, but there should not be many of them so that the walls are not completely covered with them. And the final design depends only on the wishes of the owner, everything is limited only by imagination. The most important thing is that the gazebo is a pleasant place for a comfortable rest, and also fits harmoniously into the design of the site.
The beginning of construction - the foundation, but first - the project
The essence of building any version of the gazebo is the same. When designing a structure, consider the area in which it will be located, location, dimensions and materials. It is better to order the project if you do not have engineering abilities. The successful outcome of the case depends on the exact drawing and parameters.
Once you have the project in hand, you can begin building the foundation. This foundation must be strong because everything else depends on it. The foundation bears the heaviest load. It must hold the walls and roof, not lean or fall apart.
Tools and materials you will need:
- Poles (wood, metal).
- Shovel.
- Hammer, level.
- Roulette.
- Solution.
- Fittings.
The quality of materials for the base of the gazebo must be high. Even a lightweight structure requires the construction of a foundation. The site needs to be cleared and marked. We take a shovel in our hands and begin to act. It is necessary to remove the top layer of soil. You know exactly what shape the building will have, so you can outline the contours of the object. A quadrangular structure is much easier to make than a hexagonal one. You need to take measurements and dig pegs in the corners, which are covered with tape or rope around the perimeter. After checking the results of the outlines against the level, you need to dig holes for the posts. If the soil on your site is not too unstable and does not give mobility to the structure, piles are dug into the ground to a depth of 60-80 cm. In other cases, especially if the soil freezes in winter, it is better to play it safe and make the depth of the holes over 120 cm. The piles will take over the main load and will affect its correct and uniform distribution.
An unusual design of a gazebo in a Scandinavian style.
The grill inside the gazebo is a nice addition.
A gazebo made from a log tree is a convenient place for family or friendly gatherings in nature.
They use strip foundations, but they are not as reliable as columnar foundations, even if they are filled with concrete. Take care of waterproofing. Concrete blocks or wooden posts also need to be waterproofed. For this you can use:
- Bitumen.
- Waterproof materials.
After you have dug and concreted the piles (they can also be built from brick), a foundation frame is made of wood on top (Fig. 2). It may look like this (Fig. 3). In the second case, the bottom is concreted. First, it is filled with stone (reinforced concrete inclusions are also suitable), and a concrete solution is placed on top.
Wooden foundation frame.
Wooden foundation frame.
If you decide to make a foundation in the form of a small elevation on the surface, you need to dig a ditch (Fig. 4), cover it with boards or iron reinforcement and concrete it or fill it with cement. Before this, you can put stones and unusable bricks on the bottom. After the concrete hardens (it will take 3 days), we remove the boards and get a foundation.
Raised concrete foundation.
Video description
About the intricacies of building a Chinese gazebo in the following video:
- Strong floor
. It is laid out with terrace boards (decking) or natural stone tiles. - Living fire
. An indispensable component of the chalet gazebo; Suitable for both traditional hearth and modern varieties, barbecue or grill. - Discreet decor
. The design welcomes shades of natural wood and stone: brown, white, black and gray. Interspersed with red and terracotta are not prohibited. Walls and doors can be decorated with carvings or polished, varnished or waxed. The interior will be complemented by natural textiles, hunting accessories and simple pottery. - Environment
. The building looks great surrounded by coniferous plants and stones; next to an alpine hill and a slope covered with thick grass.
Chalet-style gazebo - a union of wood and stone Source vizada.ru
The missing element in the open air
A pergola can be made of wood, stone or any artificial material. But its design should stylistically be a continuation of your home and harmonize with the overall atmosphere.
The pergola next to the pool deserves special attention. To change her style, textiles were added to the open design, which brought exotic luxury to the image.
Refreshing and pure white color as an integral element of the Mediterranean style in the interior does not lose its relevance and will always be a good choice in the design of pergolas.
Magnificent pergola with retractable roof from Corradi
The Medieval Charm of Fire Torches Photo by Edmunds Studios Photography
Pergola with Hot Tub Design Idea Fine Decks
Having worked on the design of the pergola, you can give it a unique image. If you are a fan of gardening, a green wicker canopy over your structure will reflect your personality and create a romantic mood.
Fairytale pergola entwined with plants
Walls of a luxury home as support for a structure
Pergola with built-in sprinklers
Pergola on the terrace
Good use of fabric to soften the look
Geometric contrast of the pergola with the facade of the adjacent building Idea Farinelli Construction
White interior in Mediterranean style
Outdoor dining
Gazebos in oriental style, Arabic and Asian (Chinese and Japanese)
Buildings in oriental style are ideal for a comfortable pastime in the lap of nature. They fit organically into the landscape, have light shapes and set the mood for peace and leisurely relaxation with conversations and tea drinking. To decorate a gazebo in the Arabic style, you will need to reproduce the characteristic features of the style, including:
- Design features
. The style originated in a hot climate, so the project provides space, a high ceiling and recognizable pointed or horseshoe-shaped arches. The roof is made multi-level, the ceiling is painted with traditional patterns. - Decor features
. Forged elements with a dense and dense Arabic script pattern would be appropriate.
Gazebo in oriental style Source vizada.ru
Interior features. Luxury is the main principle of the Arabic style. Anything will do to achieve the goal: expensive textiles (including silk and brocade), carpets on elegant sofas, lots of soft pillows, forged candlesticks and floor lanterns. In the design, you can safely use bright, catchy colors: turquoise, lilac, emerald, red.
To decorate a gazebo in an Asian style, the following techniques are used:
- Design a traditional roof
. Authentic Chinese or Japanese roofing is a complex structure, curved and multi-tiered, so you can limit yourself to a simplified pointed roof with a high ceiling. - Choose natural materials for finishing
. Wood carving, varnishing and inlay are widely used in Asian gazebos. The more embellishments and intricate designs, the better for reproducing Chinese style. Japanese gazebos look more restrained and elegant.
Attention to detail is an important part of Japanese style Source pinterest.com
Choose authentic accessories and furniture. Bamboo or rattan furniture and traditional lamps are useful for decoration; the floor is covered with natural fiber mats. For Japanese gazebos, a restrained color scheme is selected, for Chinese buildings - colorful and cheerful.
Classification of structures
The most common gazebos, stylish gazebos, are small structures and are in demand due to their ease of construction.
Great stylish design
Simple designs can be divided into the following categories.
Patio
This is an open large structure and is designed for large areas. The flooring is laid directly on the ground and finished with tiles.
Chic and cozy place to relax
Most often, hunting decoration is used for patios, where a barbecue becomes an attribute.
Terem
The tall stylish gazebo is made in a compact form and has from 4 to 8 corners. Most often, such models can be found on piles (0.5 m from the ground level).
Beautiful modern model made of timber
A comfortable, beautiful staircase will be an excellent attribute for the design. Most often, classic gazebos are built according to exactly this scheme.
Bungalow
This destination is intended for the warm season, essentially a beach option. The operating period is limited to the summer season.
For warm climates
It is rare to see a bungalow with wall enclosures; it is an open, spacious summer structure.
Advice. If you live in a climate where there are temperature changes, but you like this particular model, then it is best to provide a collapsible design.
Stylish model gazebo or hut made of plants
The model is raised 20 cm from the ground level and the main difference is the decoration of the walls with the help of vegetation.
Modern model without vegetation
The owner of a country model needs to carry out constantly modern pruning to ensure that the gazebo looks in keeping with the style.
Pros and cons of style
All design solutions designed to ensure a high quality of life for the owners are among the advantages of private houses in a techno style. The living quarters are spacious and comfortable, with enough space for large furniture and appliances. Despite its undoubted advantages, the style is criticized for the following qualities:
The priority of functionality gives the interior the features of an office or industrial premises. High-tech is not suitable for lovers of cozy decor with an abundance of textiles.
Strict beautySource dom-expert.by
A turnkey project requires serious financial investments. Panoramic windows, futuristic furniture and smart home components are not the most budget-friendly option.
High-tech features create an atmosphere in the living space that is far from familiar. Therefore, the classic techno style is most often diluted with details from other directions. Thus, more diverse and bright colors of minimalism are used for interior decoration. The use of natural materials and unusual forms of modern styles (Scandinavian, loft) allows you to soften the perception of space.
High-tech kitchen with a touch of fusionSource decorateme.com
Good results are obtained with the inclusion of eclectic elements; At the same time, it is important to choose discreet finishes and items united by color or texture. High-tech and avant-garde combine well; for decoration you can use paintings, clocks and lighting fixtures in this style
Gazebo configurations
Depending on the purpose and size of the gazebo, several configurations can be distinguished:
- gazebos consisting only of walls (columns, pillars) and ceilings, used for conversations or for smoking breaks; such gazebos do not even provide for the presence of a table and benches (chairs) in their design;
- gazebos for holding feasts with benches, chairs and tables. They can be either small for 4-6 people or large;
- gazebos that have the right to be called kitchens due to the presence in them of built-in brick or metal devices for preparing pilaf, shish kebab, koktal and other dishes. Also in some cases there are fireplaces and Russian stoves.
Construction of a gazebo in high-tech style
When constructing a building on the site of a country house, the first step will be choosing the base for the gazebo. You can use a special platform or a poured foundation, which will be more reliable and durable. When choosing a foundation, the following actions will be required:
- Marking the area with pegs and rope, where the sticks need to be installed in the places of future supports.
- Clearing the area of plants.
- Treating the surface with a chemical solution to prevent weed germination.
- Removing the top layer of soil.
- Drilling holes for supports.
- Installation of supports with preliminary laying of crushed stone and sand.
- Filling the supports with cement mortar.
After the base has hardened, you can move on to the next stage - building the walls. To do this, you need to select a suitable material by installing a metal profile on the foundation. After this, wall material can be installed on the resulting frame, which can be glass, polycarbonate or wooden boards. Fastening elements - screws, bolts or self-tapping screws. If the structure is metal, then the welded fastening method is used
It is important not to forget that the gazebo must have an entrance and window openings (for a closed type structure)
The final stage of construction is the installation of the roof and installation of roofing material. In this case, you need to follow several rules:
In order to create a sealed and reliable roof, it is necessary to use an insulating layer (waterproofing film). The angle of inclination of the slopes should be such that rainwater and melted snow can easily “flow” from the roof surface without creating additional load on the surface. Sheet metal, tiles or polycarbonate can be used as roofing material
To install them, you need a sheathing made of metal pipes or wood. When purchasing building materials, it is important to make a gap of 20-25%, taking into account scraps, damaged parts, etc. Otherwise, there may not be enough material, and the covering of the same color may not be in stock, as a result of which the roofing covering will have to be completely replaced.
Plants
Choose plants that are best suited to your climate conditions. The frame of this garden can be composed of evergreen conifers: thuja, spruce, pine, yew, fir and numerous creeping forms of junipers. After all, you want to enjoy the greenery in the garden all year round. According to the results of recent studies, a large number of evergreen conifers on a site has a very beneficial effect on the psychological and emotional state of the owners.
Semi-wild cereals will also look great, creating the atmosphere of the home of the Scandinavian tribes. And, most importantly, the dried panicles dusted with snow will delight you with their “winter graphics”. Dwarf and weeping forms of traditional trees will also find a place here.
Hedges will fit organically as green “screens” to separate functional areas. Very often a separate space is allocated for a heather garden. And lawns are made without borders or flower beds.
Gazebo in a marine style
Marine themes are a popular design option for garden buildings. A nautical style gazebo includes the following features:
- Light, open structure with a plank fence and a floor paved with shell rock or tiles. The walls are translucent curtains (for example, organza) and nets. For the roof, soft tiles or natural materials - reed or straw - are suitable.
- Classic “sea” color combinations. Blue and white tones are taken as the basis; they are complemented by red, beige and yellow.
Gazebo in a marine styleSource pergoladiy.com
- Themed furniture. It can be wicker chairs with bright pillows and a light wood table. A hammock is hung in the corner, a rocking chair and a stylish chest trimmed with genuine leather and metal rivets are placed.
- Marine paraphernalia. Suitable elements of marine life include porthole windows, marine navigation instruments (you can get by with a barometer) on the walls, and ropes tied into sea knots.
Marine style is emphasized by the choice of color and accessoriesSource svoyabesedka.ru
Arrangement of a decorative pond
The same stones and moisture-loving plants are used as a frame for a decorative pond.
A necessary attribute of a northern garden is a small waterfall or decorative pond, the surface of which is decorated with graceful beauties of lilies.
If it is not possible to arrange a pond on the site, you can add a touch of the water element to the atmosphere by installing a tall tub of water.
High-tech style in landscape design: main features
A distinctive feature of the style is its practicality and dynamism. Such a garden will appeal to people who value time and do not want to constantly monitor its condition.
The high-tech landscape is characterized by the following qualities:
- simple design;
- conciseness;
- geometricity.
When looking at the site, a feeling of freedom should be created. Gardeners achieve this by creating a space with open lawns.
The garden should be perceived as a single whole, so zoning will be unnecessary. When decorating, avoid flashy objects and do not make colorful flower beds.
Small architectural forms are chosen with a strict appearance; non-standard decorative items fit well into the high-tech space.
What rules must developers follow?
When choosing a gazebo format, you must adhere to rules that can maintain the integrity of the style and the accuracy of its adherence:
- Modern style is a maximum of free space and light, so open, airy and unrestricted designs will be preferable.
- High-tech does not welcome pompous decor; everything in the gazebo should be simple, restrained and laconic.
- There is no color limitation for design, but it is preferable that the design be in monochrome.
- Lighting must match the style, so you need to buy modern lamps and original design lamps with white or warm lighting.
Materials for production
Depending on design preferences, wallet thickness and other considerations, you can choose one of the following materials:
-tree. The most popular material in the construction of gazebos. Pure, natural material in itself can make a room more comfortable and warm;
-metal. Strong and durable material, although in terms of comfort it is much inferior to the first type;
-brick. Quite often in the construction of gazebos you can find brick and other building materials based on clay, sand and cement;
-stone. This material is less common than the first 3, but there is no need to relegate this material to the backyard. A well-made structure or cladding with natural stone will add sophistication in design and at the same time monumentality to the entire building;
-panel blocks. They are more often used in the construction of regular dwellings than gazebos, however, in a continental climate with cold evenings in the spring and autumn seasons they also deserve attention;
-cellular polycarbonate. In the last few years, this material for making gazebos has captured the market of low-budget organizations and private farmsteads. With the use of polycarbonate, the process of making gazebos has become faster and cheaper, which is why this material is so popular.
Landscaping in high-tech style
Despite some strictness, planting vegetables in decorative flower beds is allowed in this style. The main thing is to choose successful combinations; tomatoes, corn, sunflowers, pumpkins or artichokes are most often planted. When thinking about the concept of a high-tech garden, you can create your own options, but avoid bright contrasts and clutter of plants.
Flowers and ornamental plants
The selection is carried out according to the principle of unusualness of plants - interesting colors and shades or texture and shape of foliage. Nasturtiums, ferns, hosts, heather, and rhubarb are popular. Rogersia, meadowsweet, volzhanka, black cohosh, green-flowered plants. Ornamental sunflower, cleome, kniphofia, cosmos, sedum, delphinium and dahlias, as well as various cereals and some sedges.
Vertical gardening
Almost all climbing plants are suitable, but actinidia, virgin grapes, and lemongrass are more often used. By the way, you can plant tall tomatoes, beans or pumpkins on the supports.
Shrubs and trees
They are selected according to a principle similar to flowers and herbs - an interesting shape of foliage and a clear outline of the crown. Cypress and pyramidal spruce, weeping birch, decorative apple tree, chestnut, alder, blue spruce, red barberry and rhododendron will fit into the style. You can plant boxwoods and thujas, then give them the desired shape by topiary.
To ensure that the garden always looks neat, it is better to plant ornamental and fruit trees suitable for the climate.
Plants in a high-tech garden are subordinated to the general ideas of purity, simplicity and manufacturability; to a greater extent, they perform the function of a living engineering structure, and due to minimalism and a certain severity of style, preference is given to open areas and lawns. Therefore, there should not be many flower beds and flower beds. As you can see, the modern high-tech style in landscape design is suitable not only for busy people, but also for those who are not afraid to experiment and strive to live with the times.
