Have you ever looked for inspiration on how to enhance your outdoor spaces or simply looked at pictures of outdoor spaces to celebrate the integration of nature into everyday life? Look no further as you can find a good collection of these images, Awesome Landscaping on the Facebook page Art and landscape designan account that regularly shares diverse and engaging content related to the art of landscape design.
It is always interesting to see how a mix of natural elements and human creativity work together harmoniously to create fascinating outdoor spaces. Most of these images only convey one impression when you look at them: calm. Aside from that, these photos are a great source of inspiration for professional designers, garden enthusiasts, and homeowners alike, offering endless ideas for transforming ordinary spaces into something more interesting.
01. Green as an important design and shading element in Spain
02. Copenhagen, Denmark
03. Stairway To Heaven – Portland Japanese Garden
Emma, a Garden blogger, and expert who helps busy people convert suburban areas into homesteads, spoke with us and answered some of our questions. For those of you who don’t know, Emma focuses primarily on individuals, teaching them how to grow organic fruits, herbs, and vegetables in their backyards without requiring acres of land or spending hours in the garden.
04. Island of Ischia
05. Like a little paradise
When asked about creating a tranquil outdoor space, Emma suggested “considering these key elements:
- Balance: Mix plant types, textures and colors.
- Focal points: Add eye-catching elements such as water features or sculptures.
- Movement: Running water or swaying plants create a lively atmosphere.
- Accessibility: Make it inviting with clear paths and seating areas.”
06. Amalfi Coast, Italy
07. Japanese landscape
The blogger also shared her favorite projects, including an urban rooftop garden full of native plants, seating, a small water feature, and a residential garden with winding paths, bridges, and hidden places to explore. She integrates biodynamic gardening and permaculture principles to help people grow food in their gardens.
08. Backyard swimming pool in Sheffield, Massachusetts
09. Château de Sannes in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur
With over 15 years of gardening experience in various climates and soil types, Emma holds a Permaculture Design Certificate. Together with more than 4,000 other gardeners and homeowners, she enjoys experimenting in her garden. She contributed to the Mother Earth News Organic Gardening blog and is obsessed with composting.
10. Incredible beauty
11. Hiding House in Shanghai, by Wutopia Lab
She also shared with us that in addition to writing on her blog, recording podcasts, and working, you can also find her cuddling with her dogs, sewing, knitting, and crocheting, and watching Supernatural.
Emma’s mission is to show people how they can make a home in the suburbs and grow more organic food with less work, even if they have a busy work schedule during the week.