Laying out the garden: planning, ideas and tips for furniture

Maybe you’ve just bought your first home with a garden, or maybe you just want to try something new. To design your green space to match your elegant home, there are a few steps that need to be taken, such as planning and narrowing down the budget.

Losing a thought or two more about the garden will help you avoid stress later. A design concept also helps you visualize what is possible in your garden. For example, keep in mind the area, the budget and the effort you can and want to put into maintaining the garden in the future.

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Easy care garden: instructions, suitable plants and tips

This determines, for example, which flowers and plants you should place in the green area. Decorative elements such as fountains also require maintenance. So before you decide on such design options, think about whether you are actually willing to invest time and effort in the long term.

Otherwise, less maintenance installations that enhance the garden but require less work are worthwhile. These include gravel paths and low-maintenance flower beds, for example. In addition, areas can be paved or gravelled to create patios and other places of relaxation.

Garden design with pool: factors and costs for the cool water

Many people dream of having their own pool in the garden. We tell you in more detail what this means and what options are open to you for the construction. With very simple measures you can already put your own pool in the garden, which however serves much more for relaxation and refreshment on cool summer days and is built less for the purpose of swimming in it.

The first option includes an easy to install and uninstall pool that is placed on the lawn. You can get these from as little as €400, depending on the size, and models up to around €1,500 also exist.

Furthermore, you can of course also fall back on the classic, earth-built variant. However, you will have to do quite a bit of work here, or you should definitely seek expert advice in this case, because a completely finished pool requires earthworks, concrete work and pipes, so that the total sum of all services can quickly amount to 15,000 € and more.

The last option we would like to present to you is the swimming pond. This option is very close to nature and requires less cleaning and chemicals. In a swimming pond and also in natural pools, plankton is responsible for cleaning the water. Nevertheless, swimming ponds and natural pools also require some filtering, after all, it is an artificially created body of water. Which option is the right one depends on your personal preferences.

Buying property with a garden: Home Buying Tips & Definitions

The basic prerequisite for all these things is of course a house or an apartment with a garden. If you haven’t found one yet and don’t know exactly where to start looking, we offer you insights into the different types of houses and tell you how you can find your dream house with a garden.

Perfect companion for the search for the dream house with garden: our A-Z guide to house types!

Plants: Flowers, bushes and trees – Gardening

What is a garden without the right greenery? Simply boring. But beautiful flowers can also be a lot of work. If you’re a real fan of gardening, that’s not a problem, but if you enjoy colourful, bright flowers but really don’t want the work involved, you’ve come to the right place! We’ve gathered together a wide variety of flowers and practical plants that look good and don’t require too much maintenance.

We’ll also give you some inspiration on which plants will add visual interest to your garden.

Low-maintenance greenery: Beautiful garden without much effort with lavender & co.

Some plants don’t need much attention to bloom beautifuly. Favourites like sunflowers and lavender are among them. Not only do they give off a great scent, but they are also very easy to care for. This means that mostly sowing and regular watering are enough to enjoy the plants for several years.

What’s especially great is that some of the flora not only look beautiful and smell pleasant, but are also useful. Lavender, just like mint and rosemary, can be used for cooking. Sunflowers provide you with fresh sunflower seeds:

• Lavender
• Sunflowers
• Mint
• Rosemary
• Amber Trees

The 10 most beautiful garden plants: List with rose, cherry tree & Co.

Unfortunately, the easiest flowers to care for aren’t always the prettiest. As always, it’s a matter of taste and maybe sunflowers are your favorite and you don’t need much else, but your Sleeping Beauty Castle requires a few more tricks of the trade. Still, roses aren’t super difficult to keep in check, though the vines and flowering branches do need to be trimmed back from time to time.

Fruit trees like apple and cherry take a long time to grow, especially in the beginning, but after a while they require less and less care and delight you every year with homegrown fruit for many, great recipes.

• Roses
• Daylilies
• Cherry trees
• Apple trees
• Lilac
• Panicle Hydrangea
• Cranesbill
• Dahlias
• Pampas grass
• Fan Maple

Garden furniture: Chairs, tables & Co. for the lounge in the countryside

To make sure you really get something out of your little oasis, you should designate at least one place to relax and enjoy. By that we mean a place where you can sit down to read a book, have breakfast or maybe even work.

Comfortable and stylish furnishings are key, so we’ve rounded up the essentials and told you where to get them.

Loungers for the garden: Relaxed through the day

Especially if you’ve chosen a pool or swimming pond, loungers are a must-have! There’s nothing more unpleasant than little insects making their way across your skin while you’re sunbathing on the grass. Loungers lift you a little off the ground and also provide greater comfort.

Beautiful loungers for the garden are offered here, for example:

• Edra Interior

Sofas: Perfect seating as outdoor furniture

Not every sofa can simply be placed outside. Seats with a frame made of painted wood or rustproof, flexible steel are particularly suitable for outdoor use. The upholstery should also be made of plastics to guarantee that the materials dry quickly when they get wet and do not start to rot.

• Minotti

Tables: Practical garden decoration that is weatherproof

Plastic, glass, wood, steel, the possibilities are endless, but tables are essential! What’s better than breakfast outdoors, at least in the summer. Or maybe you’re a fan of frosty breakfasts in the winter. We’ve never really been convinced by it, unfortunately, but we’re not judging you, of course.

In the search for a suitable table, we highly recommend that you take a look at the Cassina range. The Italian furniture brand offers high-quality outdoor furniture.

Garden design: modern ideas, tips and trends

Pools and flower beds are not the only things you can add to your garden. Terraces, pathways and more can make your garden more personal and adaptable to your needs. That’s why we’ve put some thought into what could make your garden even more beautiful.

Fountains: Water supply for the garden – types & features

Several purposes are served by wells. On the one hand, they can be practical, bringing groundwater to the surface and providing some of the irrigation for the garden. On the other hand, fountains can serve a decorative purpose. Which type of fountain is suitable for you, you must decide for yourself.

Be aware, however, that not every type of well can be placed in every garden. Some types require a certain depth of groundwater. Popular types of fountains are the following:

• Drilled well
• Ram well
• Decorative fountain

Gravel paths and terraces with roofing – garden design made easy

An easy way to structure the garden is with patios and gravel paths. Gravel paths help you make your way through a large garden and help guide guests through the beds and separate them from the lawn.

Terraces are a great way to provide a little place to relax. Pergolas and gazebos are particularly popular, providing shelter from the wind and weather in addition to levels for seating. The complexity of the construction depends entirely on the work you want to put in. You can construct the canopy yourself, but there is also the option of buying a ready-made gazebo.

Barbecue area: Barbecue, picnic & outdoor furniture – Barbecue as a highlight in the garden

Whether it’s summer or winter, barbecuing is simply a part of life in Germany. There are so many options from meat dishes, to vegetarian and vegan food, everything can be thrown on the grill. If you would describe yourself or your partner as die-hard barbecue fans, then a personal barbecue spot is just the thing for you!

Either you can set up a fire pit for this and pack a contraption over it to hold a grill grate, or you can find a place where you create enough of an environment to protect the grass and flower beds from the embers. Paving stones and gravel are particularly suitable and offer protection.

Caution: a fire pit counts as an open fire and requires a permit from the municipality. However, this regulation can be circumvented by a fire bowl.

Garden party: from planning to the perfect event

Once the new garden has been laid out, it’s worth presenting it to friends with a garden party. We have compiled tips on planning and delicious recipes for you here. So nothing can go wrong!

Party concept: theme, budget and checklist

To throw the perfect party you have to think of a lot of things. This can quickly go wrong, because you forget things or they slip into the background. So that this does not happen to you, we have already thought about the most important points that a good party should have in any case.

At the top of the list is of course a guest list, as well as time and date, the place is finally already determined at a garden party. Invitations are also very important, but you don’t have to send them by mail anymore. A simple invitation via Messenger is often enough to reach everyone. It’s best to think ahead about what your guests might bring to the party. That way, you won’t have to cover all the costs and good guests will definitely be willing to contribute something small to the party.

• Time and date
• Invitation
• Food and drinks
• Music
• Deko
• Weather

Decoration: Simple to eye-catching or in keeping with the theme?

Especially for a garden party, the decoration does not have to be too pompous. Lanterns and fairy lights, as well as candles have their special charm in the garden. It is also good to decide in advance how the food should be presented. Do you want to keep everything on the table or would it not be better to present the prepared and brought food on a buffet?

Also, keep one thing in mind: Garden parties in the summer get hot and food spoils faster in the heat. Additionally, there are a lot of insects around in the warm seasons, which can often be uninvited guests at garden parties. So it’s also advisable to either clear food out after a while or even have a space in the fridge cleared for things like meat.

Food and Drinks: Recipes and inspiration

You have no idea what to present to your party guests? Let’s start by saying: food is not that important at parties, it’s much more relevant who you’re celebrating with. But a few small snacks and tasty drinks simply lift the mood. That’s why we have the right article for you.

Here you will find recipes for finger food that you can present to your guests and conquer the heart of all, whether vegan or meat eater

If you’re more into liquid nutrients, we’re of course on board, offering recipes for cocktails with fruit juices as well as non-alcoholic, so every guest gets their money’s worth.

Style of Hermés Interior with furniture and home accessories

Hermès stages its furniture in an unusual environment. The elaborately produced pieces were unceremoniously shipped into an open environment. The resulting contrast optimally sets the scene for the extraordinary furnishings. The fashion house is a pioneer in minimalism and entered the furniture business early on. In 1924 a collection was created with the designer Jean-Michel Frank, which is considered a prime example of minimalist interior design.

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Pillows and blankets with characteristic “H

If you like browsing interior design tips and sample homes on Pinterest, Instagram and other social media channels, you’ll already be familiar with the blankets marked by the distinctive ‘H’. Hermès offers different versions that bring the brand’s flair into your home.

Ceiling H Drapeau: color selection of the classic

The H Drapeau blanket selection includes 4 colours. Each blanket is 135 x 175 cm and is made of 100% cashmere.

• Acier/Pearl
• Naturel/Grége
• Fuchsia/Orange
• Terracotta/Gris

So you can find the right colour for every home.

• Price: 2.450€

Scott’H: colour variations of blankets and cushions with Hermès tartan

Tartan is used in Scotland to express the affiliation to a certain clan with the differently colored check patterns. Hermès has taken up the check pattern and provided the back with an H-pattern, which is also remotely reminiscent of checks. Cushions and blankets are available in the following colours:

• Ecru
• Colvert
• Potiron
• Rouge H
• Gris
• Marine

The cushions are additionally complemented by an Or/Fuchsia colour variant.

• Price Blanket-Pillow-Combination: 1.030€

Top 3 cheapest Hermès blankets

Depending on the material and pattern, Hermès blankets can vary greatly in price. These are the cheapest models of the label:

• Escapade: 710 €
• Scott’H: €710
• Les Sangles: 810 €

Top 3 most expensive Hermès blankets

At the opposite end of the price spectrum are the following models:

• Hermès Electrique: €8,350
• Croquis de Tigre: €3,550
• Cheval Cosmique: €3,400

The price differences arise due to differences in materials, different dimensions and the effort associated with the pattern. Woven patterns are more affordable than, for example, printed blankets.

Lamps from Hermès for suitable light

The right lighting can have a huge impact on the atmosphere of a room. That’s why Hermès offers different versions that help you to immerse your rooms in the right light. Of course with the quality you are used to from Hermès.

Selection of table and office lamps for long evenings at the desk

Sometimes you get the feeling that work never stops. Until late in the evening you sit at your desk and still no end is in sight. In such moments it is surprising how much the right light helps to stay focused, so that the work soon has a result. Hermés has the following models for these situations:

• Table lamp Hécate: €12,700
• Office lamp Pantograph: 7.700 €
• Table lamp Harnais: €6,700

Collection: Floor lamps for atmospheric lighting

Floor lamps have several advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand, they can be used more flexibly than ceiling lighting, as only a working socket is required for installation. However, floor lamps take up a little more space in the room than a ceiling light.

• Pantographe floor lamp: €11,200
• Pantographe with LED ring: €11,200
• Floor lamp Harnais: €13,500
• Pantograph arc lamp: €21,300

The different models offer a wide choice and guarantee to find the right model for your needs.

Lantern D’Hermès: exceptional, poetic light source

Lantern D’Hermes stands out not only visually, but also in its functionality. The design is inspired by oil lamps as they were found in the 19th century. A bit of Hermès history plays a role here as well, after all, the house finds its origins in the days of horse-drawn carriages and racetracks. The Lantern D’Hermès is a reinterpretation of the lanterns found on carriages and in the streets at the time. What makes this light source particularly unusual is that you can carry the 4 light components with you individually. So if you don’t want to walk down the corridor in the dark at night without light, you can take a part of the constellation with you.

• Cost: 15.900 €

Tableware: Plates and cups refined with platinum and gold

Even when it comes to tableware Hermès takes it upon itself to bring a bit of extravagance into the matter. The porcelain of the label is decorated with elaborate paintings and precious metals. These exquisite pieces of course come with the appropriate price tag.

Balcon de Guadalquivir Collection: Bringing the sun to the table

The design of this collection was inspired by the balcony lattices of Andalusia. The bold red catches the eye and ensures that the table setting becomes an eye-catcher.

• Dinner plate
• Cups
• Bread plate
• Carreés
• Vases
• Salad bowls
• Soy sauce dishes and much more…

The collection is really extensive and the parts often come in different prints. Some with a little more color, others a little more restrained. This allows the collection to be combined at will and thus create a very individual set.

• Prices from 66 – 1.360 €

Mosaique tableware collection : homage to the first boutique

The first Hermès boutique is located at 24 rue de Faubourg Saint-Honorè in Paris. Hermès finds itself in good company with Gucci, Chanel and Burberry. The flagship store where people come in and out and Birkin and Kelly bags are regularly passed over the counter, has occasional works of art of its own on the walls, floor and ceiling. These have inspired the design of the tableware collection. In addition to the classic plates and cups, the collection also includes:

• Trays
• Candleholder
• Soup bowls
• Creamer

The series is ideal for bringing a piece of fashion history into your own home.

• Prices: 77 – 1.580 €

Furniture by Hermès: tables, chairs, sofas and co. with video

Extravagant furniture is able to transform a room positively. Extravagance here often refers not only to an extreme appearance, but above all to high-quality materials and an exceptional manufacturing method. For this, you are at the right address at Hermès.

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Collection Equilibre D’Hermes: Simple designs with a special finish

At first glance, the designs from the Equilibre series do not seem particularly unusual. Here, the love is in the detail, because the slanted table and chair legs are elaborately made from a single piece of oak wood. This ensures extra durability. Part of the collection are:

• Tables (large/small): 15.500 – 17.500 €
• Chairs: € 5,500
• Armchair: 6.500 €

Chairs and armchairs are additionally equipped with leather upholstery, which increases the seating comfort.

Reéditions J.-M. Frank par Hermès: minimalist sofas, dressing tables and more

Jean-Michel Frank is a pioneer of minimalist interior design and worked with Hermès on a collection of furniture almost 100 years ago. This series was relaunched in 2011 and is now available again at Hermès.

• Wrought iron bench: €31,200
• Cosmetic table: €35,200
• 3 seater sofa: 51.500 €
• Screen: 33.100 €
• Wrought iron console: €10,400

These and many more objects can be found in the collection. Thus the objects move in a price range of 4.400 – 52.500 €.

Most expensive Hermès furniture: Top 5

High-priced furniture can be found at Hermès in abundance, some are unexpected and others are simply large and understandably more expensive. We’ve rounded up the most expensive pieces for you.

1. Sellier sofa: from €42,600 to €113,000
2. Reédition J.-M. Frank side table: €52,500
3. Sofa Reédition J.-M. Frank: 40.700 – 51.500 €
4. Mute servant Les Neccessaires: €43,300
5. Cosmetic table Reédition J.-M. Frank: 35.200 €

Decoration: Curiosities from Hermès

After Hermès has presented itself rather reserved in terms of interior design, the decorative objects of the brand are a little more unusual. Under the collective term curiosities, Hermès sells small works of art that are particularly interesting for enthusiasts.

Globes: Odyssey and Apollo 24

In leather and stainless steel Hermès produces extraordinary globes that inspire dreams of distant journeys and endless expanses. Comparable pieces are hard to find and this shows the uniqueness that comes with Hermès pieces.

• Price: 17.500 – 18.000 €

Magnifiers: Third eye

The magnifying glasses Œil are set in a brass frame and represent an eye. The magnifying glasses should not only be an object of use, but also serve as decoration. Of course, the need for magnifying glasses is not something that occupies everyone. Thus, the offered magnifying glasses are a very special piece

• Price: 330 – 400 €

Hermès Car Interior Video: With the label to the dream car

The fashion house is particularly committed to exquisite leather products. This includes not only bags and furniture. Hermès also offers an exclusive service for car interiors. In addition to seats and surfaces that are covered by the label with specially selected leather are part of the program, to the special designs include wood details and personal embroidery. How such a process can look like you can follow here:

Video Bugatti Chiron: Top class sports car with finest interior by Hermés

Even the breathtaking Bugatti Chiron can be equipped with Hermès interior. But: The waiting time for such exclusive cars is not without anyway. The equipment with Hermès seats and surfaces extends the duration even further.