Thursday, January 30, 2014

Steps That A Residential Landscape Designer Follow In The Landscaping Process

By Eliza Mendoza


A residential landscape plan entails arranging of your outdoor environment so as to meet your requirements. The good thing about a well designed landscape is that it is not only functional but also quite attractive. In order for a landscape designer to create a plan that meets your needs he should adhere to the following steps.

The initial step will be developing a plan for your plot. The plan will entail the physical features and boundaries that will impact your design. There are several components that should come with a good plan. They include angles and lines of your property. An important aspect is locating the existing plot features. There are different features in your property that should be recorder. Some of the features include septic tanks, utility lines, drainpipes, shrubs, trees, doors and windows.

The next step involves conducting a site analysis. This is a very involving process and a plenty of time is needed to be able to properly carry out a study on the site and do an environmental features analysis. During this step, the landscaper will observe the direction of the sun in different times of the year to see how it rises on your property. This because the way it affects it at different seasons will determine the kind of a landscape design you are going to have.

Another observation to make is to know the direction of the winter winds. This will help you to know where to install a windbreaker which is very essential for someone who lives in the mountains. Care should be taken to not block the breeze needed in summer from the outdoor living space. Consider also sight and sounds. By walking around your compound you should be able to see different views and any source of noise.

Checking the soil is an important step in site analysis. Land scenery design is greatly influenced by different types of soils. Some soils such as clay require to be chemically or physically amended in order to plant trees or shrubs. A test should be undertaken in order to determine the type of soil you are dealing with. You should also know your topsoils depth.

The third step involves assessing your family needs. This will help you design your property in a way that will bring satisfaction to you and your family. This mean the parking lot for the family and guests should be properly designed. The walks and driveway should have good lighting among other things.

The forth step is locating various areas where different activities will be carried out. In this step, it is important knowing what you family requires. This will be helpful in deciding on the different areas that will be used for different purposes. It is recommended that you should have adequate space for different activities. This step involves dividing your plot into different sectors that will serve different purposes. Some of the areas that are defined in the land scenery include public, family and service utility. Each area should be created according to what your family needs.

The last step is developing the identified areas. Ensure that your landscape design creates an ample space with a good view of the terrace. When creating attractive patios, you can use various materials such as concrete, bricks or treated wood. You can also enhance your outdoor environment look by using container plants. A competent landscape designer should provide good results in your property.




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