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“I have this horrible transformer right in the front yard. It looks awful! I get upset every time I see it.”
If you see an eyesore when you are outside, it can really reduce your enjoyment of your outdoor living space. Nosy neighbors can do the same thing. Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping can design landscape features to improve your view and your privacy.
Evergreen trees make wonderful screens. Because they are thick at the bottom and taper up, these trees block the view at ground level. As they mature, the trees spread and become a solid hedge that completely blocks the view of something unpleasant. The hedge also blocks the view from the property on the other side, giving you more privacy.
The Green Giant Arborvitae is an example of a great tree for this purpose. It grows rapidly and is somewhat deer resistant. A strong pyramid growth habit makes a very thick screening hedge. The mature height is 20-30 feet, and the width is 10-15 feet.
Shade trees do not block the view from ground level, but their foliage blocks the view well from raised structures such as raised decks or balconies. Most shade trees are deciduous, so do not block the view during the winter. You will need to decide if that will work for you, depending on the view you want to be screened and how much you are outside during the winter.
Another way of screening unsightly views and improving privacy is to build a structure. These structures can be a variety of materials, shapes, and sizes. We have used metal, wood, metal & wood, stucco, stone, and brick in the past. Here are some of the structures we have built in the past.
A fence can be made of wood, stone, brick, metal, or some combination. As Robert Frost said, “Good fences make good neighbors.” Not only does a fence block a bad view, but it also gives you more security and privacy.
Walls can be freestanding or part of a covered outdoor living area. The wall can be made from practically any construction material. Depending on the function, the wall can hold large screen televisions, waterfalls, or practically anything you want to hang on it.
If you spend a lot of time outdoors, a great screen is a fireplace. In addition to looking nice, it can provide heat on chilly nights. You can even cook with it. You can use gas or burn wood, depending on your preference.
Structures do not have to have just one function. You can combine a wall with a fire feature, for example, to block a view and provide a backdrop. The wall also funnels the warmth from the fire back toward the people sitting around it, so they stay warmer. Walls and plants can alternate, creating a centerpiece in the yard that happens to block an unsightly view.
If you are not pleased with the view from your outdoor landscape, Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping can help design a better view. Our Blue Crew will install it right the first time. Soon, you will be able to enjoy your landscape without unsightly views to trouble you. Contact us now to schedule a consultation.
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