Sometimes it is very difficult for a creative person to design a particular style when designing his garden plot. What to do if you like landscape design elements belonging to different directions, but you don’t want to choose one at the expense of the other? We offer you a simple way out of the situation. For those who like to destroy the established canons and are ready to experiment, there is a creative fusion style, in the framework of which the most diverse elements can be soldered into a single and colorful design.
How is fusion different from other styles?
This wonderful style is very young. In fact, it is one of the few positive manifestations of globalization. It is no coincidence that the English term fusion, meaning "synthesis", "merging" or "mixing", has the synonym global.
Experts attribute the time of origin of this trend to the 90s. It was during this period that American decorators began to massively introduce elements of oriental style into landscapes and interiors decorated in a classic spirit. Surprisingly, the details, which, it would seem, absolutely should not be combined with each other, looked very organically together.
A mixture of styles is a sign of our time when globalization promotes the unification of cultures of different nations. Mutual enrichment of different directions forms an amazing style - fusion
When is the best time to use this style?
If you want to introduce modern trends in the tradition of historical or ethnic gardens, you just have to choose a landscape design in fusion style. It can simultaneously and quite harmoniously combine elements of high-tech and classic Japanese style, Mediterranean motifs and details inherent in a modern garden. It turns out that individual fragments of the conceptual and formal landscape are quite compatible.
In the combination and mixing of eras and directions, one can create one's own creative style. It will combine the ideas of the owner of this particular site and the embodiment of their designer. The result of the work will be a manifestation of the individual qualities of a very specific person who is not used to closing his needs within the framework of established canons. Please note that everything done without regard to the external dictatorship preserves the indescribable coziness and comfort inherent in an inhabited, living place created with love.
The country style, which has been carefully reproduced throughout the site, very effectively complements the metal panel made using the laser cutting technique
Do not think that it is enough to collect a lot of different-sized items in one place and this will be fusion. This is not true. As in all other design directions without exception, this should also include an artistic taste that allows one to see something in common in seemingly completely different elements. If harmony is found, then glass or plastic can fit into the eastern landscape, and a carved arbor made of modern metal will be appropriate in baroque.
Immersed in the creative process
There are many possibilities to achieve the desired effect, combining different colors and textures. But it is worth examining in more detail the main features of the landscape style of fusion.
To create a unique alliance of modern and traditional styles, it is simply enough to effectively combine natural materials with artificial ones. Just imagine how innovative materials can revitalize mossy traditions. There are completely new opportunities. It is possible, for example, to make a bright color accent, to combine various textures in an absolutely incredible way.
Birches look very organically against the background of a metal panel that creates the illusion of perspective. All elements are in perfect harmony.
All this will allow traditional architectural forms to sparkle in a new way. There are many artificial materials that are used to decorate modern garden plots. Let's talk about those that are used more often than others.
Spectacular glass elements
Glass is a material that is always appropriate. It is he who will come to the site a special charm, makes it unusual and attractive. Original glass is made of glass:
- butterfly feeders;
- stained glass screens, partitions;
- unusual garden lights;
- drinking bowls for birds;
- unearthly flowers;
- magical sculptural groups;
- glass granules adorning the banks of a stream;
- fountains.
You can use ready-made glass forms. With the help of bottles, for example, retaining walls made of concrete, fences for terraces, arbors and other buildings are decorated. Glass garden sculpture can be of gigantic size, and very miniature, outwardly fragile. Large glass elements look spectacular in combination with water.
It may well be that this section will end in just two or three meters, but this amazing glass screen makes it endless
Durable and strong concrete
If concrete is planned to be used as a decorative element, it is polished and painted. In this form, this rather coarse material is almost unrecognizable. However, concrete also has other qualities that should not be forgotten. Among them, for example, strength, reliability, long life.
A very unusual use for glass bottles soldered into concrete was found by a designer who invented and made this spectacular waterfall a reality
No wonder concrete is used for the construction of retaining walls, in the construction of pools, the creation of sculptures and fountains. Often they make garden benches on concrete supports, not to mention the various sites, paths and recreation areas. The use of concrete in the construction of the summer kitchen makes this utility room truly fundamental and expands its functions.
Absolutely irreplaceable metal
It is metal that is considered the most common artificial material that is used in garden plots, creating fusion. What they just don’t do from metal! In this case, metal of various types is used: forged, cast, welded and sheet. On its basis create:
- small architectural forms;
- amazingly beautiful decorative partitions;
- fully functional sundial;
- original drinking bowls for birds.
Wonderful decorative figures are made of metal, which are mounted on trees and installed at the entrance to the house. Often they serve as a stand for flower pots. Thanks to the laser cutting capabilities, metal small architectural forms acquire special openwork and airiness. The use of Corten steel allows you to translate the most daring design fantasies into reality.
New technologies give us the opportunity to take a fresh look at the prospects for the use of metal in the garden. Modern metal - the thinnest, but very durable lace
Plastic - a hit of design refinements
Plastic is used in transparent and colored versions. The fusion style is as if created for this universal material. Of plastic make:
- bright decorative panels;
- charming sculptures;
- bird feeders;
- flower pots.
We have already talked about how plastic bottles in the form of bottles can be used in many ways.
Together with the backlight, plastic elements on the surface of the pond and next to it create an evening tale that captivates, fascinates, gives miracles
Sculptural forms of plants
The presence of garden sculptures, original furniture and giving a special sculptural form to plants - all these spectacular techniques are used to decorate the site in the spirit of fusion. Plants of a certain form can be placed throughout the garden to repeatedly embody the author's intention.
Your garden should give you and people close to you joy, a good mood. All means are good for this, of which the creation of such sculptural groups is the most pleasant
Often trees and shrubs are given a special shape with their curly haircut. Hedgerow and topiary sculptures transform the site, give it an original look. The garden designed in this way acquires special expressiveness and scale.
Set bright color accents
Bright colors are characteristic of fusion. You can safely use them if you want to emphasize a separate detail, highlight it, make it more visible, catchy. You can create color accents with the help of garden furniture and even colorful pillows scattered in the recreation area.
If what you created on your site does not have an exact name, do not be discouraged. This is definitely fusion: you are undoubtedly in trend
The lining of the pool or fountain can create a color accent, attracting attention paving paths and even the roof of the gazebo. Particular attention should be paid to the selection of flowering plants on flower beds. Well-marked artificial details allow you to connect the garden plants and other elements of its design into a single composition.
Flowers in themselves are perceived as something bright and positive. This is where natural elements can be supplemented with artificial ones to correctly place accents
Various water bodies
Waterfalls and fountains that create coolness or envelop the nearest space from them with a mist of water spray are in special demand. Thanks to them, the garden gains the necessary dynamics. Not for nothing is flowing water included in the list of spectacles that I want to watch endlessly.
Waterfalls with flat water jets have been in great demand lately. They can flow from the walls, fall directly from the roofs of all kinds of awnings, even flow from countertops. Sculptural groups can be an element of fountains, pools, and artificial ponds.
An unusual waterfall from a countertop is a designer find that can decorate any garden, regardless of the style in which it was originally created
Spectacular light design
Creating light scenes is the key to fusion style. The illuminated water jets of fountains and waterfalls look much more attractive. Properly lit plant sculptures become especially mysterious and mysterious.
Another element that will always be “to the court” is the backlight. She will decorate any design delights, make them play brighter, more positively
The unusually lit recreation area will never be empty. The appearance of the evening garden can be unrecognizably transformed with the help of modern achievements. The most popular are programmable lighting, fiber optics. Particular attention in the design of the site is paid to the combination of components with different textures.
Using all or some of the above techniques will make your garden especially expressive. Walking on it will give you real pleasure.
