Balance is a principle of all art forms, design, and even landscape design
. It implies a sense of equality. And while there may be just a little more to it, this is how I explain it to make it easier for first timers and do-it-your-selfers to understand.
A garden, landscape, or any form of equal proportions would naturally feel and look balanced. However, most gardens and landscapes are not exact or symmetrical in shape and form. They’re asymmetrical and abstract in form and are often without any natural balance of their own. So landscaping
often relies on other elements to create balance and harmony
through unity.
Many times, a lack of balance is directly related to a lack of repetition. Repeating alike elements such as plants Tropical Effects Landscaping
or rocks throughout the landscape
will help unify different areas to each other. As little as one repeated matching plant group, color, piece of decor, or hardscape
can accomplish this.
A lack of balance is also created by placing too many or all non matching elements throughout a landscape design. This can sometimes seem cluttered and un-kept when it grows in. In the beginning of your design, plan for less, place just a few matching plant groups throughout the garden, and keep decor matching and to a minimum. You can add more later.
So many of the questions that I receive about landscape design deal with the shape of a design . Shape is unique to each design and will ultimately follow all necessary paths and your visions. However, any shape or form can be filled with elements and still be either dull, void, loud, cluttered, and unbalanced. Balance isn’t necessarily dependent on shape. It can be but generally it’s not. So don’t get too hung up on trying to even things out entirely by shape.
Landscape design is an art form and so it deals with "all" the same principles that other art forms use. Repetition, unity, and balance are all principles of art that go hand in hand with each other.
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Architects use repetition in design by making doors, windows, fixtures, trims, etc. the same sizes, shapes, and styles. Imagine how your home would feel if every door, door frame
, window, and fixture were of different sizes, shapes, colors, and types. It would be uncomfortable and chaotic.
And so it’s the same with landscape design.
In order to create balance, appeal, and even comfort in a landscape that is lacking, we need to create some form of consistent repetition. As little as one matching element placed on opposites can create a sense of unity and consistency.
It's easiest and most often created in the softscape (plants
, ornaments, lawn, decor, etc.). However, it should be considered in the hardscape (walks, driveways, necessities, fences, walls, raised beds, boundaries, etc.) of your drawn design plan.
. It implies a sense of equality. And while there may be just a little more to it, this is how I explain it to make it easier for first timers and do-it-your-selfers to understand.A garden, landscape, or any form of equal proportions would naturally feel and look balanced. However, most gardens and landscapes are not exact or symmetrical in shape and form. They’re asymmetrical and abstract in form and are often without any natural balance of their own. So landscaping
often relies on other elements to create balance and harmony through unity.Many times, a lack of balance is directly related to a lack of repetition. Repeating alike elements such as plants Tropical Effects Landscaping
or rocks throughout the landscape will help unify different areas to each other. As little as one repeated matching plant group, color, piece of decor, or hardscape can accomplish this.A lack of balance is also created by placing too many or all non matching elements throughout a landscape design. This can sometimes seem cluttered and un-kept when it grows in. In the beginning of your design, plan for less, place just a few matching plant groups throughout the garden, and keep decor matching and to a minimum. You can add more later.
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So many of the questions that I receive about landscape design deal with the shape of a design . Shape is unique to each design and will ultimately follow all necessary paths and your visions. However, any shape or form can be filled with elements and still be either dull, void, loud, cluttered, and unbalanced. Balance isn’t necessarily dependent on shape. It can be but generally it’s not. So don’t get too hung up on trying to even things out entirely by shape.
Landscape design is an art form and so it deals with "all" the same principles that other art forms use. Repetition, unity, and balance are all principles of art that go hand in hand with each other.
Creating Consistent Repetition
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Architects use repetition in design by making doors, windows, fixtures, trims, etc. the same sizes, shapes, and styles. Imagine how your home would feel if every door, door frame
, window, and fixture were of different sizes, shapes, colors, and types. It would be uncomfortable and chaotic.And so it’s the same with landscape design.
In order to create balance, appeal, and even comfort in a landscape that is lacking, we need to create some form of consistent repetition. As little as one matching element placed on opposites can create a sense of unity and consistency.
It's easiest and most often created in the softscape (plants
, ornaments, lawn, decor, etc.). However, it should be considered in the hardscape (walks, driveways, necessities, fences, walls, raised beds, boundaries, etc.) of your drawn design plan.Tropical Effects Portfolio 1.wmv
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Creating Balance and Harmony in your Landscape
While a house alone may be beautiful, it is the grandeur of trees, the splashes of color from the flowers and the lush green foliage that elevates the experience and creates true natural beauty.
Many people don't realize that one of the key components to a successful landscape is finding the perfect balance between hardscape and softscape. Each element plays a vital role in a landscape project, working harmoniously together to provide an outdoor living space with both vibrancy and depth.
Hardscape can include anything from driveways, patios, walkways, retaining walls, concrete, tile, stone, masonry and more. Softscape, in contrast, includes elements such as planting, irrigation
and low-voltage lighting. Water features can be integrated into a landscape-fountains
, koi ponds and bubbling pots are just a few examples. Additionally, specialty accessories such as fire pits, fireplaces, patio covers, bars, barbecues
, outdoor kitchens and even putting greens can add that custom final touch.While there are a variety of different components to consider when planning a landscape, the most important thing to remember is that the project doesn't have to be hard or stressful, nor does it have to break the bank. The best, most cost-effective landscapes can be both designed and built by just one company.
An extremely well conceived landscape cannot succeed if it is poorly installed, not can a poorly designed landscape by redeemed by good installation procedures. When one talented company handles everything, the quality of the overall project can be controlled and the end result will always look exactly how you envisioned it.
Tropical Effects Landscaping can integrate your ideas and desires with their professional artful vision to create a well-balanced environment that exceeds your expectations and enhances the beauty of your property. Known for creating landscape designs that are unique and spectacular, Tropical Effects Landscaping has over 30 years experience installing both large commercial and residential properties. For a free consultation, you can call them at 714-455-2105. teilandscape.com
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