Create Your Space is all about showing you how to transform a small space in three stages.
By following our tips and tricks, you'll be able to transform a fairly standard garden
corner like this one into a tranquil space starting with a simple design before showing you an elevated
design and finishing with the ultimate dream space.
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So here we have a beautiful entry-level zone that instantly brings tranquillity to your garden.
Standing pride of place is this water feature that we made from a standard garden pot.
Water still or moving adds tranquil and cooling effects to your garden.
And the sound of moving water not only creates calmness, it can also provide white noise that can dull
down background distractions like traffic noise.
Also, the sunlight playing on the water creates these wonderful, hypnotic patterns.
A delight to look at.
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On the ground here, we've laid out some pebbles.
Rocks, stones, and pebbles have been used in many zen gardens.
As it's believed, the reiki in the stones may assist with mindfulness and meditation.
Sounds like a really tranquil way to do your garden maintenance.
Lastly, at the back, we planted some trees and added some screens
to the fence.
Trees release oxygen, improve air quality, and reduces pollution in the atmosphere.
An increase in oxygen has been thought of to improve mood, clarity, and well-being.
And this beautiful rust colour creates an earthy tone to our space that is quite grounding.
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To elevate this look, consider bringing in some shade.
A gazebo can bring formality and structure to the space and make it feel larger instantly.
By adding a few key pieces of furniture, some sheers and lighting,
our space has become private and provide shelter, the perfect spot to hide away or just sit,
relax, and unwind.
Colour is well-known to affect mood with both green and white, having a calming effect on the senses while
deeper tones are known to create a sense of warmth, reassurance and have a settling effect.
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Finally, we have our dream space, the ultimate tranquil zone that sees our shed
transformed into an outdoor office, completely connected to nature and bursting
with plant life.
This merbau decking has been added onto the front of our shed, and the rich tones in the timber tie
in perfectly with our rust-coloured panels and adds to our warm, reassuring colour palate.
It's said the key to achieving a good work-life balance is separating your work zone from your home and faking
a commute from the office through our tranquil space and back into your home may help you switch off at the
end of a busy workday.
And while you're at work, with a view like this, you'll love coming into the office.
You don't have to convert a shed into a home office.
You could make this a yoga studio, study nook or retreat.
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And there you have it, three different options to create a tranquil space
in your garden.
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