Small Country Brown Garden Design Ideas

Summer planting within a raised bed. Recessed area for set in bench.
Small country backyard partial sun garden in Sussex with with raised garden bed and brick pavers for summer.

Taking inspiration from his Industrial Design & Technology degree studies and a real passion for 19th and early 20th century industrial architecture on brownfield sites, Tristen brought Brownfield Beauty to life. Perceived as a centrepiece of a large external courtyard of a redeveloped industrial building converted into luxury apartments, Brownfield Beauty is a place for residents to meet, socialise and relax. In Tristen’s design the industrial and rustic – four large Venetian blind style screens, reclaimed brick seats and tumble down brick walls – contrast dramatically with a relaxed planting theme and mock ‘rill’ feature emitting relaxing running water sounds. The screens, along with large ornamental trees, provide a sense of safety and seclusion too for residents. A relaxed planting theme consists of grasses and ferns to create bold statements and structure throughout the year and the colour palette is mainly pastel and muted shades to harmonise with the tones of the garden’s industrial materials, with some dashes of colour to draw the eye with plants such as Digitalis, Echinacea and Kniphofia. As a communal area, a key feature is that planting is architectural and features structural evergreen plants ensuring areas of interest all year.

Clôture équestre en acacia séparant le massif de la pelouse.
Design ideas for a small country garden in Nice.

Small country garden in Other with natural stone pavers.

Contemporary country stone façade designed for Casale degli Archi, where brick arches, natural materials and expansive glass surfaces create a refined balance between traditional Italian rural architecture and modern design. The landscaped garden, warm stone textures and seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces enhance the timeless elegance of the residence, creating a sophisticated atmosphere immersed in nature and inspired by Mediterranean country living.

Des plantes en pots entourent l'espace repas
This is an example of a small country backyard full sun xeriscape for spring in Marseille with with rock feature, gravel and a metal fence.

S Hall
Design ideas for a small country backyard full sun garden in Other with a garden path and gravel.

Design ideas for a small country partial sun garden for summer in Other with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Recycled timber green wall, Photography by Andy Jones
This is an example of a small country courtyard partial sun xeriscape for spring in Newcastle - Maitland with a vertical garden and concrete pavers.

wildigarten
Inspiration for a small country backyard garden in Other.

We often see side gardens and forget about them. They’re unloved and underutilised just because they can be a bit small and dark. This particular side garden could be seen from inside the client’s home. It was time to give it some love and much needed revitalising. Karl carried out the initial site survey understanding this space needed a redesign but also needed to be mindful of the ongoing damp. The clients changed the window as a preventative measure. Taking a look at the rest of the garden it’s filled with ferns and many other beautiful plants. From here Karl decided to continue this very organic theme in the side garden. Avoiding interrupting the damp course there would need to be a stepped arrangement. These steps would also allow access to the water butts at the top. The client uses these to sustainably water the rest of the garden. Karl kept the materials pallet simple and natural choosing French oak sleepers paired with natural York stones stepping stones, gravel and planting. This scheme can then be left alone to grow and be admired from inside the home. Adding more detail to the sleepers by hand using chisels, routers and sanders gave them an incredibly rustic aesthetic. In these pictures this the French Oak sleepers have been treated with Owatrol Textrol oil with a Honey tint to give them a warmer richer colour.

A young couple in West London wanted their petite garden transformed into a beautiful and functional space. A large wooden bike shed dominated their garden making the overall composition feel smaller. We created layers and focal points to offer intriguing perspectives and add depth to the garden. Inspired by the grape vines spreading across the brick wall boundaries, our design took on a Mediterranean theme.

A small and awkwardly shaped new build garden is transformed with angular raised beds for easy maintenance, a cantilevered oak bench, slate water feature, planting through gravel, natural stone patio and raised seating area with gazebo and stone steps.

Image by Gary Winter
Design ideas for a small and australian native country backyard partial sun garden for spring in Melbourne with gravel.

This is an example of a small country backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Other with gravel.

Small country backyard garden in Christchurch with with outdoor playset and river rock.

view from the living room
Design ideas for a small country courtyard shaded garden in Melbourne.

GreenBird Gardening Ltd
Inspiration for a small country courtyard partial sun garden for fall in Other with natural stone pavers.

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