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Garden Inspiration for a Corner House

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A corner house often offers more possibilities than are immediately apparent. The extra space around the house creates opportunities for more greenery, stronger sightlines, and a better connection between different parts of the garden. This results in an outdoor space with more depth, more character, and a greater sense of spaciousness. Good garden inspiration helps you make the most of these qualities.

What makes a corner house different?

A well-designed front yard feels like a natural extension of the home. That’s why materials, plants, and sightlines are chosen to complement the home’s architecture. When all the elements complement each other, the result is a calm and well-maintained appearance. This not only enhances the curb appeal of the entrance but also creates a pleasant transition between the home and the street.

Let Greenery Take Center Stage

A corner house occupies a unique position on the street. The garden often borders the surrounding area on multiple sides, making the outdoor space visible from various angles. This calls for a different approach than with a townhouse. At the same time, this location offers more freedom to naturally integrate greenery, sightlines, and various functions.

Make the most of the space next to your home

Many corner homes have extra space along the side of the house. Yet this area is often used solely for practical purposes, such as a passageway. This is precisely where opportunities lie to create more cohesion in the design. By integrating the side space into the overall garden, you create an outdoor area that flows continuously around the home. This makes the lot feel larger and adds depth to the design.

Create privacy without feeling closed in

Due to its open location, the front yard is often more visible from the street or neighboring homes. That’s why ensuring privacy requires a smart approach. Plantings, hedges, and multi-trunk trees provide shelter without losing the garden’s open character. This creates a pleasant balance between tranquility and a sense of space.

Let your location work to your advantage

A corner lot often benefits from extra light and longer sightlines. This creates possibilities that are lacking in many other homes. By tailoring patios, plantings, and key vantage points to the property’s orientation, you can create a garden that makes the most of its surroundings. This gives you a greater sense of space and helps your outdoor area connect more deeply with the landscape surrounding your home.

Connect your front, side, and backyards

In many corner homes, the outdoor space consists of several distinct areas. A strong design brings these areas together into a cohesive whole. By extending materials, plantings, and sightlines, a logical connection is created between the different spaces. This makes the garden feel larger and creates a more serene overall atmosphere.

Discover the possibilities for your corner house

Great garden inspiration for a corner house starts with the unique qualities of the lot. The extra space, the open location, and the connection to the surroundings offer plenty of opportunities for a special design. BURO Buiten translates these possibilities into an exclusive outdoor space with tranquility, character, and a clear vision. Schedule a brainstorming session or request a quote to discover what’s possible for the garden of your corner house.

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Written by: Peter Bouw

With more than 35 years of experience in landscaping and outdoor living Peter Bouw shares his knowledge, vision and love for the craft in each article. His designs are characterized by tranquility, quality and a strong connection to the natural environment, exactly as the Good Outdoors is meant to be.

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