Many city dwellers look at their 10×10 square patch of lawn with a sense of disappointment. In cities like Chicago, it’s a common sight from back door to garage. Dull as white plastic patio chairs.
A lot of magic can happen in the smallest of urban plots. It just takes a little imagination and purposeful planning. It’s important to think of your yard as an outdoor living room. It could be creatively paved, have a teak table with an umbrella and lounge chairs. Along with furnishings, it could have a container garden or raised beds of textured architectural foliage. The purpose is to maximize space that can serve many functions. It could be a relaxing urban oasis. An inviting room to enjoy a warm summer evening with friends. There are endless options.
A garden designer can help you plan and build it.
All kinds of yards are under-utilized. People complain fo lack of park space or urban forests… but this is largely the fault of individuals. As any kid who grew up with a handful of densely grouped trees knows, there is more magic and mystery in that 8×8 area then in every toy in the store.
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