The Evolution of Sustainable Backyard Design
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Peter Close
Feb 6, 2024, 11:59:14 AM2/6/24
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Just read a fascinating article about the evolution of sustainable backyard design and wanted to share key takeaways. As climate change propels people to be more eco-conscious, landscape architects are integrating innovative green features into outdoor spaces.
Beyond grass lawns, designers are now creating meadow gardens filled with native wildflowers, ornamental grasses, and zones tailored to help local pollinators thrive. These biodiverse gardens require less water, maintenance and chemicals compared to conventional turf grass.
Smart irrigation systems with weather-based controllers, moisture sensors and micro-drip lines for trees and plants are also reducing outdoor water usage substantially. Special absorbent gels and water reservoirs under patios even capture rainfall for reuse!
For hardscaping, permeable pavers, gravel and native stone enable stormwater to be absorbed back into the earth instead of causing runoff issues. Using local and reclaimed materials gives landscapes unique character too.
The article notes how once-standard backyard elements like large lawns and chlorinated pools have fallen out of vogue as eco-friendly features grow. It will be interesting to see what sustainable elements become mainstream over the next decade as we collectively aim to reduce our environmental footprint at home. Even small changes add up!
What sustainable backyard design elements appeal most to you? https://artechlandscaping.com/backyard-design-landscape-thornhill/
Smart irrigation systems with weather-based controllers, moisture sensors and micro-drip lines for trees and plants are also reducing outdoor water usage substantially. Special absorbent gels and water reservoirs under patios even capture rainfall for reuse!
For hardscaping, permeable pavers, gravel and native stone enable stormwater to be absorbed back into the earth instead of causing runoff issues. Using local and reclaimed materials gives landscapes unique character too.
The article notes how once-standard backyard elements like large lawns and chlorinated pools have fallen out of vogue as eco-friendly features grow. It will be interesting to see what sustainable elements become mainstream over the next decade as we collectively aim to reduce our environmental footprint at home. Even small changes add up!
What sustainable backyard design elements appeal most to you? https://artechlandscaping.com/backyard-design-landscape-thornhill/
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