Hello dear forum,
my name is Alex and after quietly following the discussions for some time, I have finally decided to register here. Since my single-family house is already in the shell phase and we plan to move in on April 1, 2020, we are currently thinking about a practical and stylish design for the outdoor area...
our main concern is the positioning of the terrace, which should face more towards the main garden instead of the direction shown in the plan.
The next question is how large the terrace should be. There should also be enough space later for a pool.
Since the house already has clear, simple lines, I want the garden design to be a bit more daring. That means that more playful shapes and softer forms could be integrated here. So far, we have not been satisfied with the proposals from the local landscape designers.
I would really appreciate your tips and suggestions.
Best regards
Alex
my name is Alex and after quietly following the discussions for some time, I have finally decided to register here. Since my single-family house is already in the shell phase and we plan to move in on April 1, 2020, we are currently thinking about a practical and stylish design for the outdoor area...
our main concern is the positioning of the terrace, which should face more towards the main garden instead of the direction shown in the plan.
The next question is how large the terrace should be. There should also be enough space later for a pool.
Since the house already has clear, simple lines, I want the garden design to be a bit more daring. That means that more playful shapes and softer forms could be integrated here. So far, we have not been satisfied with the proposals from the local landscape designers.
I would really appreciate your tips and suggestions.
Best regards
Alex
Well, I understand Alessandro: I once spent an evening at friends’ where at some point I would have preferred frog legs in garlic white wine sauce over grilled food...
But you have to keep in mind that it’s only a relatively short period during the year when you’re exposed to that.
And you can also light up a pond. I find that nicer than blue light from the pool: rather small spotlights in the shallow water.
But you have to keep in mind that it’s only a relatively short period during the year when you’re exposed to that.
And you can also light up a pond. I find that nicer than blue light from the pool: rather small spotlights in the shallow water.
A natural swimming pond doesn’t have to look like a "natural" pond. The key elements are the shore zones used for filtration. It usually looks more like this:
You can see it even better here:
This is more like a "pool-style" design. The important thing is these shore zones, which can be attractively designed and allow you to avoid using chlorine or other chemicals. Personally, I think this fits better into a garden than a bright blue rectangular pool.
Most people probably imagine something more like this when thinking of a natural swimming pond:
In that case, the risk of frogs and other wildlife is definitely higher. I might prefer that style myself, but if someone wants more of a pool, the earlier examples are more suitable. Lighting is also possible! But the essential factor is always the clarifying shore zone, which saves you a lot of maintenance work.
You can see it even better here:
This is more like a "pool-style" design. The important thing is these shore zones, which can be attractively designed and allow you to avoid using chlorine or other chemicals. Personally, I think this fits better into a garden than a bright blue rectangular pool.
Most people probably imagine something more like this when thinking of a natural swimming pond:
In that case, the risk of frogs and other wildlife is definitely higher. I might prefer that style myself, but if someone wants more of a pool, the earlier examples are more suitable. Lighting is also possible! But the essential factor is always the clarifying shore zone, which saves you a lot of maintenance work.
One last thing about the natural pool, then I’ll stop: we have a public swimming pool here that is designed exactly the same way. Someone here was concerned about having any creatures in the pool. But there are no creatures in the swimming area. Maybe a few crickets at the edge and possibly frogs (I can’t say for sure because I was never there at those times, so I didn’t see any).
I just like that there is no chlorine smell.
For those who want to know more: Kauferinger Naturfreibad or Lechtalbad.
I just like that there is no chlorine smell.
For those who want to know more: Kauferinger Naturfreibad or Lechtalbad.
Swimming ponds and natural pools are nice but also have some disadvantages.
We moved away from them as well. For sensitive people, they can be too cold since they are not heated, they cannot be covered, and they require a lot of maintenance, among other issues.
A regular pool can also fit in nicely. It’s really a matter of personal preference.
8 x 4 meters (26 x 13 feet) is a standard pool size. Proper swimming requires a counter-current system. From 12 meters (39 feet) onward, it is no longer necessary.
We moved away from them as well. For sensitive people, they can be too cold since they are not heated, they cannot be covered, and they require a lot of maintenance, among other issues.
A regular pool can also fit in nicely. It’s really a matter of personal preference.
8 x 4 meters (26 x 13 feet) is a standard pool size. Proper swimming requires a counter-current system. From 12 meters (39 feet) onward, it is no longer necessary.
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Alessandro13 Mar 2020 08:39I’ve dug up some photos to better illustrate the garden situation and to show why I would prefer to avoid the south side.
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Alessandro13 Mar 2020 08:43I find natural ponds very attractive visually, but as Rick has already mentioned, they require a lot of maintenance. If they are not regularly cared for, they quickly look shabby and overgrown.