Style - Choose products, colours & angles for your front yard landscaping that work well with the style of your home. For example, simple, clean lines with right angles work well with contemporary homes, while an inviting curved pathway nicely compliments a more classic style home.
Proportions - Choose landscape designs based on the shape and size of your home and front yard. For example, if you have a modest sized front yard, it wouldn’t hurt to keep the landscape design features on the smaller side so it doesn't look crowded/busy. On the other hand, if your front yard is spacious, consider keeping the landscape design elements proportional to the space and don’t be afraid to go with bigger features, such as natural boulders or larger trees & raised garden beds.
Focal Point - For most homes, the front entrance is the focal point. Adding a clean & inviting stone walkway / steps to the front door, for example, is a nice way of framing it and making it more attractive. Installing a beautiful raised garden bed is another way to add some interest to your front yard plans. Perhaps you prefer to make your driveway the main focal point? Replacing an old concrete driveway with an interlocking brick / paving stone driveway, creates an eye-catching look that greatly enhances any home’s curb appeal.
