Here’s a selection of 20 trends of landscaping plans. Simplicity and clean styles return to fashion after many years. In 1947, the architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe launched a leitmotiv that became famous afterwards and which applies very well to current trends ‘’Less is more’’.
Gone are the days of fashionable gardens with a thousand colours, we now prefer large beds of a single colour. The same goes for mixed foliage, with a preference for harmoniously arranged shades of green.
White and black are very popular to keep the layout simple. Sober colours are also popular for flooring materials.
Its versatility in terms of colours and finishes, its wide variety of shapes and sizes and its lofty appearance are greatly appreciated. As much as it was used to give a rural character to a landscaping project, nowadays we choose natural stone to create beautiful modern gardens.
Composite materials are very much enjoyed. The current trend is to minimize the required maintenance for your layout, therefore these materials are perfectly suited for this purpose.
Self-skidding steel, marketed under the name COR-TEN, among others, is gradually making its way into landscape design in Quebec. Its plain, rough brown appearance and its versatility in terms of its use are perfectly in line with current trends.
Requiring little care and available in a variety of shapes and heights, ornamental grasses are currently very popular both in clumps and in rows.
The combination of materials, such as wood and concrete or natural stone and steel, makes it possible to create unique styles for each layout.
People are increasingly taking advantage of their outdoor spaces and enjoy designing custom-made spaces dedicated to the activities that are meaningful to them. Whether it’s a ping-pong zone or a reading space, the uniqueness of each living area is highly valued.
In the past, a simple BBQ was enough for grill lovers. Nowaday, it’s possible to have all the facilities of a complete kitchen integrated into a living area. This allows, among other things, to avoid having to go back and forth in the house and to fully enjoy the moments outside.
For several years now, the choice of outdoor living room furniture has been continuously expanding. This is very typical of people’s desire to enjoy the outdoors increasingly while recreating the comfort of an indoor room. For an aperitif or sunbathing, the outdoor living room is the right place to be.
Whether it’s the traditional wood fireplace for those who love its genuineness, or the practical urban variant with gas, the fireplace is a must for a complete landscaping plan. This special corner allows you to enjoy your landscaping at night, providing warmth and light to your guests.
Garden sheds are becoming increasingly popular as they allow you to enjoy your outdoors longer and more comfortably. They are often combined with other elements in the layout to enhance their use: outdoor kitchen, pool, outdoor bar, outdoor living room, etc.
Whether it’s a special bench, distinctive lighting fixtures or special structures, the trend is to look for uniqueness in certain key design elements, a bit like a signature. Nothing is more deceiving than a row of neighbours who all have the same lamp post purchased from a big-box retailer!
As mentioned in the introduction, the trend is towards a clean and functional style. So why would you have a rounded pool that is difficult to integrate when you can opt for a rectangular shape that is much simpler, more practical and functional.
Swimming pools and spas are both functional and aesthetic. By opting for an infinite (infinity) pool or spa (with overflow) and carefully choosing the interior colour of your pool, you will create a beautiful, perfectly flat surface that will reflect the landscape.
The current trend in a landscaping plan is to add nothing without following the main idea. Every element in place must have its reason to be present.
For many years, the form language used in design was mainly organic, but that time is over! Straight lines now prevail. Angles and reflections are also very trendy.
Why design for one or two seasons? There are four distinct seasons, and it is possible to enhance every one of them! Whether it’s to get a functional aspect, to give it a winter vocation or an aesthetic vibe who’ll allow its appreciation throughout the different seasons, it’s essential to think about the integration of the changing seasons in your planning.
If you intend to enjoy your outdoors at all times, it is essential to integrate lighting into it. Lights will allow you to enjoy your investment in the evening when you have more time, but also to enjoy the exterior design from the inside of your home, all year long! In short, even if new trends appear year after year, a well thought-out landscaping plan developed in partnership with a professional will last over time.
