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Front Yard Landscaping Ideas for Bungalows
Front Yard Landscaping Ideas for Bungalows. Bungalow houses have a very specific style of architecture and are full of character and charm. Thus, it is important when choosing landscaping for the front yard of your bungalow that you carefully align it to the style and scale of of your home. The right landscaping can enhance the features of your...
Bungalow houses have a very specific style of architecture and are full of character and charm. Thus, it is important when choosing landscaping for the front yard of your bungalow that you carefully align it to the style and scale of of your home. The right landscaping can enhance the features of your home and add to its overall curb appeal and value.
Scale
It is essential when landscaping the front yard of a bungalow to choose plants, shrubs and trees that fit the scale of the house, as bungalows are often small houses on small plots of land. Greenery should be trimmed regularly; overgrown plants will quickly overwhelm the house and lot. Keep in mind key architectural features such as custom windows, decorative woodwork and unique front doors. Be sure the landscaping complements these features rather than covers them up.
Lines
When creating flower beds, driveways or walkways, keep in mind that straight lines and hard edges can overwhelm a small bungalow. It is important to keep fences out of the front yard. Curved walkways and natural lines for flowerbeds will create a softness that will convey a natural look. This will showcase the house rather than drawing the eye to the lines.
Color and Contrast
Think about the color of your bungalow when choosing plants. Be sure the plants complement the color of the house and do not blend into the background. You should also consider planting flowers and foliage with complementary colors next to each other. Think about the mood you want your front yard to convey, and choose either warm colors for a stimulating effect or cool colors for a calming effect. Remember to choose plants of differing heights and textures as well.
Seasonality
It is important when choosing plants, shrubs and trees for the front yard of your bungalow to think about what your landscape design will look like in all four seasons. Even if you landscape your yard in the summer, you may want to think ahead to the fall and add trees that will have bright autumn foliage. You may also want to consider including evergreens to add color and texture to your front yard during the winter months.
