Your Villa Magazine - Riverside -February-April 2023

Top 5 outdoor design trends for 2023 New trends landscape designers are anticipating include more interest in sustainability and expanding the use of multi-purpose outdoor spaces. Supporting sustainability Caring for the environment is an increasing priority for homeowners, especially those who love the outdoors and want to ensure the environment is preserved for future generations to enjoy. “This can mean choosing long-lasting materials for hardscaping, finding products made from recycled materials and/or using permeable pavers to help reduce water runoͿ.µ -oe 5aboine, director of 5esidential +ardscapes at %elgard. Extending indoor spaces &reating outdoor spaces that reÁect your lifestyle and design aesthetic is not only a goal for larger homes and lots, but also for smaller lots needing more privacy. Shade structures like pergolas, shade sails and screen panels oͿer seclusion as well as protection from the heat, helping outdoor spaces become more private and livable, no matter the size. Exploring color and texture Mixing natural materials including wood, stone and plants (as in living walls) with man-made materials like glass and metal creates interesting variety in texture and color that transforms any space into a more attractive environment. Textured pavers are D E S I G N + B U I L D also becoming more popular, such as those that mimic natural stone or textile finishes. Creating multi-purpose spaces 7oday·s backyards fulfill multiple purposes, with =en gardens or labyrinths extending oͿ traditional patios for additional relaxation or meditation areas. Gardening is also resurging, as homeowners are growing herbs, vegetables, fruits and Áowers using raised and vertical gardens, small greenhouses or hot boxes. BrandPointContent.com edited by YourVilla Sta Photo: Belgard 16 | YourVilla Magazine         Licensed # 1066860