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Decking, dining and bar area, daybeds, patio, soft seating & trampoline
– Landscaping Cambridge
Decking, dining and bar area, daybeds, patio, soft seating, and trampoline. Something for all the family! delivered by Landscaping Cambridge.
First and foremost, our clients were looking for a much more exciting outdoor space than the bland grass and paved, walled garden of their newbuild property. So, together with our landscape designer they drew up their dream garden and our expert team prepared to make this a reality.
Firstly, the Landscaping Cambridge team began by carefully clearing the area of lawn and paving, removing the waste from site and marking out the area.
Our team installed a sunken trampoline for the children, therefore they needed to excavate a pit and build a retaining wall to accommodate this.
Also, they constructed a raised decking area and positioned it to lead from both sets of patio doors. Our clients ultimately chose the Dino-decking Classic Range in Ash, to achieve this smart modern appearance. This composite decking is both durable and slip resistant. In other words, it has a grooved finish on one side and a natural wood texture on the other.
Also, it is low maintenance and does not require staining etc. every year. A treated timber subframe holds the decking and our team attached this with hidden fixings and facia boards, for a very neat finish. Above all, this provided the perfect setting for a large outdoor table and bench seating. This is ideal for alfresco dining, with a striking modern pyramid flame patio heater, positioned by the dining area.
Subsequently, to complete the area between the decking and the garage, our expert team laid porcelain paving in Erebor beige, to accommodate the bar and bench. These were constructed of dense concrete blocks on a concrete foundation, topped with porcelain tiles and finished with stone cladding.
Likewise, the team attractively laid two further areas of matching porcelain paving, at an angle to the perimeter wall. Similarly, this provides a relaxing seating area, plus a base for a stunning daybed with canopy, to enjoy the garden in comfort.
Further, we laid staggered steppingstone slabs in the lawn leading from the decking to the paved areas, therefore drawing your eye across the garden. Similarly, porcelain paving reflects the light, and is fairly stain resistant. In this pale colour, the garden appears lighter and larger.
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Patio, Dining and Bar area
In the same vein, the wall behind the soft seating area was clad with tanalised treated timber battens, with gaps left between the battens for aesthetic purposes. Ultimately, this area breakes up the continuous wall of the garden. In addition, to further enhance the wall area, our team erected an artificial green wall behind the daybeds, and also fixed it to the brick work, giving all year-round interest and colour.
Moreover, young trees were planted along the wall to provide more privacy for the family. We also prepared flowerbeds around the base of the trees with fresh topsoil and soil improver. To finish, a metal edging defined the border and the lawn. We also spread decorative bark chippings around the planting to give a smart finish. The chippings helped retain moisture, and help suppress weeds. The remaining area was similarly prepared, levelled, and laid with turf.
Patio, Dining and Bar area Cambridge
To conclude, we installed down lighting, as the final touch. We placed this behind the soft seating and the sun bed area, and also at the base of the trees. Subsequently, this totally transforms this stylish garden in the evenings, making the area come alive. The illumination of the trees against the brick walls provides a beautiful backdrop for the new features.
Above all, this really is an inviting outdoor space for the whole family and friends, it is definitely a garden to be proud of!
If you would like a more exciting outdoor space, then contact the Landscaping Cambridge team today.
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