'By creating steel screen walls adorned with climbing vines, you can fashion a private yet verdant enclosure for your outdoor shower. 'It provides a refreshing respite after exercising or a long day, and it's an excellent solution for keeping children clean. 'For ultimate relaxation and relief, consider installing a simple outdoor shower,' suggests Amy Hovis. (Image credit: Eden Garden Design/Greg Thomas)
BACKYARD WATERFALL DESIGN INSTALL
We often install steel perforated screen walls with climbing vines, serving the dual purpose of providing both screening and shade.' 6. 'By incorporating simple, steel cable pergolas adorned with fast-growing vines, we can create ample shade while also fashioning an enchanting outdoor room. When towering trees are not a viable option, pergolas can prove to be invaluable.
'Undoubtedly, shade plays a pivotal role in bringing the temperature down significantly. She says: 'In the scorching Texas heat, the key to crafting an inviting garden or backyard lies in creating a space that remains pleasantly cool and comfortable. Since they are triangular in shape, it’s best to install two of them running in opposite directions to help maximize the amount of shade you will have under them.'Īustin-based landscape designer Amy Hovis is also a fan of pergolas. She continues: 'Shade sails are a lower cost option for shade than a pergola. 'A lot of our clients are installing pergolas on their rooftops, terraces, or backyards that come with retractable awnings such as an Infinity Canopy,' says Amber Freda. Shade ideas for a patio or backyard can come in a number of different forms, including everything from a bespoke pergola to parasols and sail shades. One of the easiest and most instant ways to make your backyard feel cooler is to put up some overhead shade. Stretching 20 feet long and 5 feet deep it can accommodate up to 10 people and a bounty of plants on its rooftop, which help keep temperatures down.' 5. Throw some shade 'The grotto, or cabana, provides shelter from the summer heat and northerly winds that blow along the pacific ocean. 'When designing Boulder House, I began by creating destinations, with each area taking advantage of changing climatic conditions evident throughout the year. Consider each aspect, strengths and weaknesses, and plan accordingly. Speaking about the project, Anthony Wyer, Founder and Creative Director, Wyer & Co, says: 'In design, it is important to first understand the climatic conditions of the garden. This will serve to give you a relaxing connection to nature that's tranquil, calming and cooling.įinally, take inspiration from the image above, by Wyer & Co, and surround the area with cool-toned plants. To cool your backyard down, choose limewash or light hues to on exterior walls, and carry that through to your outdoor furniture.Īnother way to make the space feel cooler is to choose natural materials, like wood and terracotta for your furniture and flooring. 'The soothing sound of flowing water not only has a calming effect but also serves as a vital source of hydration for birds, butterflies, and beneficial insects.'ĭark colors like black and grey absorb heat and will only serve to make your outdoor space feel warmer. She comments: 'Water features are a true oasis in any outdoor setting, imbuing a sense of coolness and serenity. Marci explains: 'The sound of running water from a fountain, which vary in price and can easily be purchased at your local hardware store, mimics a shady creek or breezy beach and tricks your mind into thinking it's cooler than it really is.'Īnd Amy Hovis, principal, Eden Garden Design, says a water feature is not only cooling but is also good for attracting wildlife. Whether it's a built-in feature for a sleek aesthetic (as above), or a simple water fountain, the cooling effect will be present. 'A more affordable and space-saving way to create the sense of cooler temps is to install a water feature.'
'Not everyone has the budget or space to install a swimming pool or build a pergola to cool off during the dog days of summer,' says Marci Bonner, an associate at Richardson & Associates Landscape Architecture. When a plunge pool is not an option, a pretty water feature will also help to dial down the hot feels. (Image credit: Brad Ramsey Interiors/Jack Gardner)
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