A dacha is not only vegetable beds, but also a rest on fresh air... Where, if not here, you can relax after a week of work, spend time with your family outside the bustle of the city, organize a picnic with friends. To make your leisure time as comfortable as possible, the recreation area must be properly equipped - choose appropriate place, think over the design, choose the design. There are many interesting ideas on how to make an open area in the country. The main thing is to have patience and inspiration.
Placement options for recreation areas
Depending on the preferences, the number and age of family members, the "relaxation corner" can be located:
- in a completely open space;
- under a canopy;
- at the walls of the house;
- near a tree;
- near the reservoir.
For quiet family gatherings and meals, day walks with children, the area near the back wall of the house is best suited. If an emergency door is located there, this will become an additional bonus - it will be possible to quickly take out and bring in dishes, food, toys, pieces of furniture. A platform for noisy parties with friends, it is advisable to take it away from home, so as not to disturb other family members late in the evening.
Comfortable and stylish area with a fireplace
An ideal place for romantic "tete-a-tete" will be a secluded cozy corner under beautiful tree... It is advisable to equip an open area at the dacha of an elderly couple at the central entrance.
As for the "scale" of the recreation area, there are no restrictions on this issue. You can either modestly refine a small area of the territory or create a multi-level area with a fountain, pergola, swing and other "decorations".
Rest area for big company
The main types of open areas for a personal plot
What kind of postcard is the site for giving or country house to choose depends on the lifestyle of the owners and their preferences regarding recreation.
Beach type recreation area
If you plan to actively take sunbathing on your site, the site "a la beach" can be arranged right in the middle of the lawn. It is better to choose a place for the relaxation zone at the back of the house - away from possible street noise and the ubiquitous prying eyes. It is advisable to design the base of the site as a podium in order to avoid stagnation of rainwater on it. It is recommended to choose a terrace board or stone as a flooring.
To "furnish" the dacha mini-beach use sun loungers, mobile sun umbrellas, a small table, benches. A swimming pool, fountain or artificial pond will perfectly complement the summer atmosphere.
Cozy area for relaxation with a sun lounger
Area for active leisure
For fans active rest, for sure, you will like the idea of arranging an open sports ground. The flattest part of your property should be allocated under it, far from windows and flower beds. Since the selected area will be subject to active trampling, it must be sown with special “wear-resistant” herbal mixtures or a sports roll lawn.
The size of the sports area is determined by the type of activity:
- basketball will need about 50 sq. m;
- for tennis or football - at least 60 sq. m;
- for mini-volleyball - 40 sq. m;
- outdoor exercise equipment or horizontal bars can be freely marked up to 30 square meters. m.
Using mobile sports equipment and installing it immediately before the game, you can make your active leisure time varied.
Sports ground for outdoor activities in the country
Cozy room under a tree
The easiest way to create a cozy outdoor seating area is to organize a space under a large, spreading tree. It is desirable to make the foundation of such an open area as close as possible to natural motives. An excellent solution there will be her paving wooden cuts.
The choice of furniture for the resting place depends on its purpose: if it is possible to receive guests here, a table and comfortable chairs are required. For a sweet afternoon nap, a hammock comes in handy. Reading books or working on a laptop will be comfortable on a cozy bench with a couple of pillows.
The trunk bench is ideal for relaxing in the summer heat
Observation deck on the site
If your country house has a sufficiently powerful tree, a recreation area can be arranged not only under it, but also on it. Even relatively young tree, if the piles, and not the trunk itself, will serve as the support for the structure. How to make an open observation deck in the country:
- Mark the position of the corner posts.
- Saw off the posts according to the desired height of the structure and concrete them.
- Connect the railing to the uprights (top harness).
- Make a horizontal strapping at the level of the future floor.
- TO bottom harness attach the lags.
- Install the floor and walls. You can use chipboard for outdoor use.
The area on the tree will look original if you stylize it like a fortress tower or a ship deck.
The observation deck on the tree is a cozy refuge for contemplating the beauty of nature
Patio area and its features
Patio - an open-air room - perfect place to organize family holidays, reception of guests, privacy with your favorite book in the warm season. Traditionally, such a platform is located at the back wall of the house, if the walls of outbuildings or a fence adjoin it in a U- or L-shape.
But this is optional. You can arrange a patio in any convenient place, the main thing is to adhere to the main idea - to create an atmosphere of maximum security. Trees, shrubs, flower beds, hedges, etc. will help in this. An abundance of decorative elements is inherent in the patio:
- fountains;
- mini waterfalls;
- alpine slides;
- statues.
An abundance of greenery and flowers always decorates the patio
The design of such a site is chosen in accordance with the possibilities of the territory and the preferences of family members. Spacious country patios are equipped with all the necessary attributes of a pleasant feast:
- large table;
- comfortable chairs;
- canopy;
- fireplace;
- barbecue.
The perfect solution would be to install in the pool patio area. In combination with a juicy green-floral design, you get a real paradise.
Creating a recreation area with your own hands
An open area in the country should be not only beautiful, but also practical. The importance should not be overlooked technical issues, in particular, a competent choice of materials for paving.
What base material to choose
From bulk materials(sand, expanded clay, gravel) it is better to refuse. They complicate the cleaning of the territory, make light portable furniture unstable. Best suited for paving a recreation area:
- a natural stone;
- paving slabs;
- porcelain stoneware;
- clinker brick;
- concrete plates.
Wood flooring is also very popular. But remember: wood must be treated with antiseptic agents.
Wooden base the site looks great
The plot of the territory selected for the open area is freed from the turf, deepening by 15-20 cm. The surface is leveled, tamped and treated with a herbicide that prevents the germination of weeds. The zone is filled with a layer of rubble and sand. Then the selected base material is laid and (if necessary) the curb is installed.
Drainage of water from the territory
So that the water on the site does not stagnate, the base must be made with a slope in one or two directions. If the paving is made of uneven and / or small elements, the slope should be at least 2 cm per 1 m.For smooth surfaces, 1 cm per 1 m is sufficient.
The drain itself can be made open at the edges of the site or underground. In both cases, it is necessary to provide for the drainage of water into a drainage well. Open drainage elements should be selected in accordance with the general style of the recreation area.
Arrangement and decoration of space
To make an open area for leisure as comfortable as possible, it must be properly and beautifully furnished. Furniture should be comfortable; if you like to sit in a large circle, it is very important to calculate a sufficient number of seats. An excellent choice would be a wooden or glass table with garden chairs and sofas. You can also purchase several rocking chairs, sun loungers, and a decorative bench.
Open area in the style of minimalism
Arched awnings, richly entwined with flowers and greenery, will give a special charm and airiness to the open-air area. A fireplace or barbecue will make the recreation area truly warm and "complete". Adding a special chic and flavor to the courtyard will give it its design in a certain style - romantic, fabulous, classic, national, exotic. Figurines, vases, souvenirs, textile decorations will help in this.
Children's leisure in the country
When equipping a recreation area, do not forget about children. A small play space will allow them not to get bored during family gatherings. You should definitely provide a swing. The place for its installation should be chosen taking into account the swinging amplitude. The simplest option is a rope swing fixed to a sturdy tree branch.
You can also install a sandbox. Huge selection models will allow you to successfully fit the product into overall design recreation areas. The most convenient are plastic sandboxes - they are safe, durable, easy to clean. Low weight and modular design allows them to be removed to the barn at any time.
A swing in the garden is a joy for children and adults
Stylish and fast pallet platform: master class
An excellent open area with your own hands can be obtained from Euro pallets - a simple and cheap material that has a wide design potential. To create a recreation area, you will need:
- about 50 pallets (size 100 × 120 cm and 80 × 120 cm);
- angle grinder;
- sandpaper;
- dye;
- roller.
Handle all Euro pallets grinder and sandpaper... Use a roller to paint them in the desired color (it is better to choose light shades). It is advisable to use garden fleece as a basis for the site: this material will not allow rainwater to accumulate. When the pallets are dry, line the floor with them.
Laying painted pallets on the base
Then install and reinforce the sidewall and backrest trays. Create seating and table the right size... To create coziness on the playground, decorate it with bright accessories, lay out multi-colored pillows on the “improvised sofa”. Garlands, candles in original candlesticks and lanterns will create a special atmosphere.
Appearance finished site
As you can see, a cozy resting corner in your country house or in the country you can equip even with a minimum of waste. You just need to turn on your imagination and not be afraid of bold ideas. After all, the "paradise", created with trepidation with your own hands, will certainly become a favorite place of leisure for the whole family!
Your plot is the perfect place to fulfill any fantasies about organizing a recreation area. You can be a fan of outdoor games, love quiet evenings, being in harmony with nature, or equip a barbecue - the options for how your site will look are limited only by your imagination.
Choosing a place
The first step is to decide on the location of the future recreation area. Pay attention to the key points:
If there is a lowland at your summer cottage, then the recreation area located there will be automatically hidden from prying eyes. Plant around the perimeter dwarf trees or shrubs. You will get a mini-canyon, protected from the wind, where you can spend time in silence.
Types of recreation areas
There are many design options for a recreation area in the country. The choice of one of them depends on various factors. Some people like open areas, while others like closed ones. Someone prefers to listen to the murmur of water in the fountain, while others prefer the gentle rustle of foliage.
BBQ area
Perhaps one of the most popular options. Best suited for this is the central part of the site, sheltered from prying eyes, or in close proximity to the corner of the fence. It will close you from 2 sides at once, and also protect you from the wind. Set up a brazier or brazier, benches, table and decorative elements such as flower pots, lanterns and candles. A beautifully furnished BBQ area can be the jewel in your garden.
Patio
The patio is a patio ideal for relaxing in sunny days... It is best to place it at the exit from the veranda or kitchen. To achieve coziness, the patio must be fenced off from the rest of the garden. To do this, you can put hedge, plant flower beds, dense bushes or vine... Pave the surface with a stone or boards. You definitely need a canopy and furniture that matches the topic. 
Alcove
Universal option suitable for any site. However, it is also the most expensive one. As a rule, they are erected from wood, although sometimes they are found with walls made of steel rods. 
It is effective to combine a gazebo with a barbecue area, especially if your family is large. You can easily accommodate everyone, without huddling in the kitchen, and enjoy a fragrant dinner on charcoal. 
The surrounding area can be decorated with additional lighting.
Area with a pond or fountain
The sound of flowing water soothes and soothes. It is ideal to install the fountain in the shade of trees, and next to it is a patterned bench made of solid wood. You will be able to sit in silence, which will be broken only by the murmur of water cascading from the figured bowl of the fountain. 
If your site has a small body of water, then equip a recreation area near it. A small canopy, trees, pillows and blankets will create an atmosphere of comfort and tranquility.
Garden
Bright flowers should be located in this area, fruit trees and shrubs. It is ideal to have picnics and just walk here. 
A garden area is the least expensive idea among all the others.
We select furniture
The material for will depend on the theme of the chosen recreation area. If this is a gazebo, then it is best to choose wooden chairs and tables. Wood is a reliable, durable and relatively inexpensive material. 
The wrought-iron benches fit nicely into the garden area. In addition, they are resistant to precipitation and do not lose their beauty for a long time. 
Aesthetes can opt for stone furniture. In this case, the entire environment will have to be thoroughly thought out. 
Also keep in mind that it is cold and harmful to sit on a stone, so it is better to use it for a table. It will serve you for decades thanks to its strength and durability. 
Wicker furniture fits anywhere. It is cheap, beautiful and lightweight. 
However, rain has a detrimental effect on it, making it irrational to place such furniture in the open air. 
Regardless of what kind of vacation spot you decide to create, always remember - the power is in the little things. Various elements decor, lanterns, candles, pillows, blankets, garlands enhance the overall perception of the object, and also reflect the owner's sense of taste.
Beautiful ideas for a recreation area in the country - video
Hello dear readers! Owners of private houses necessarily allocate a place for a recreation area, where a gazebo is traditionally located, and in it a table and chairs.
Most often, the recreation area on the site finds refuge surrounded by fruit trees, flower beds with shrubs or flowers. The advantages of such an arrangement are obvious, trees will provide additional shade on hot, sultry days, and chic flower beds will delight the eye with their excellent multi-colored design.
What can be a recreation area in a garden area.
Patio (patio).
The patio is an open-air patio of the house, traditionally in the center of the courtyard there is a table with chairs, a barbecue on the side. Around the perimeter, the yard is fenced with a high fence, and next to the fence there are flower beds with flowers, fruit or ornamental shrubs.
The patio may include: a pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, a lawn area, flower beds, graceful flowerpots with spectacular plants, a table and chairs, a barbecue, decorative fountain or a pond. Basically, the design of the patio will depend on the preferences of the owners, as well as the original size of the yard.
Alcove.
Traditionally, the recreation area at the dacha is a platform with a gazebo. Various variations gazebos can be explored. The gazebo is usually located in a place with an abundance of green plants - fruit trees or shrubs. It is often framed by weaving plants - grapes, hops, climbing roses, clematis, honeysuckle, ivy, morning glory, kobea, sweet peas, ornamental curly beans. Such climbing plants will not only transform the appearance of the gazebo, but also hide it in the shade of their leaves.
The roof of the gazebo can be made of wood with carved elements, as well as covered with polycarbonate or metal profiles. Metal forged elements, wooden carved inserts are used as decor. The floor in the gazebo can be made stage-like - from a deck board, or if the yard is tiled, leave a tiled floor.
Closed area.
In fact, this is a huge room in the fresh air, its walls are usually made of bamboo screens, wooden lathing or fabric canopies. The roof of such a site should be closed, made of polycarbonate, reeds, reeds, shingles, metal profiles or bituminous shingles. Despite the extensive parameters of such a site, its perimeter still remains free, therefore, shrubs, trees and flowers can be planted in its immediate surroundings. A table, a sofa and armchairs made of rattan are traditionally installed in the center of the platform.
Recreation area in the country photo
Under the trees.
Such a recreation area is surrounded by tall branchy trees, which provide such a welcome shade, but in cloudy and rainy weather it will not be comfortable here, as the raindrops will actively roll down the leaves of the trees. In such an area, you can put wooden benches and a table or install rattan furniture that is not afraid of moisture.
Recreation area in the country photo
Terrace.
The terrace is an area adjacent to the house, rising slightly above the ground, often with a plank floor, traditionally it occupies completely one of the walls, i.e. located along the wall. The terrace can be open or under a roof, the roof option is preferable for families wishing to spend most time in the air, in a sultry time it will save with its shadow, in rainy weather it will protect it from raindrops. On the outdoor terrace a sun umbrella is usually installed at the location of the table and chairs, and sun loungers are located in the remaining areas. Traditionally, comfortable sofas and armchairs are selected for the terrace, if the veranda is covered, then the furniture can be soft, but still covered with a moisture-repellent fabric; for an open recreation area, rattan furniture or benches, tables and chairs made of wood are suitable.
Furniture for the recreation area.
For a recreation area, it is better to select practical furniture, not afraid of exposure to moisture, rattan or its artificial imitation will do. If you dream about upholstered furniture, you can purchase flat seat cushions and regular fluffy back cushions that can be stowed away as needed. By the way, it is better to choose pillows with removable covers, which, if necessary, can be easily removed and washed in the washing machine. The table can be wooden or combined - with metal base and wooden countertop... In general, it is better to pick up wicker, wood or metal furniture that is not afraid of the effects of sunlight, moisture and hail. In addition, it will be easier to keep such furniture clean, it is enough just to periodically wipe it with a damp cloth.
In addition, we must not forget about the brazier, it can be portable or stationary, also in recent times hearths located in the center of an open area are considered fashionable. An excellent solution for the site can serve as an outdoor fireplace, in such fireplaces you can cook various food, cook pilaf, bake fish, vegetables, barbecue.
Rest area decor.
In such an area, you can arrange large flowerpots or pots of flowers, develop a rose garden nearby, install many ceramic figures, build a mini castle or develop a tiny garden in a pot. All kinds of bells, wind chimes, horseshoes, pendants, bird feeders, safe electronic candles will also be appropriate here. On the sills in the gazebo, you can place Street lights and pots with flowers. Along the paths leading to the table and chairs, you can pour stones glowing in the dark and arrange solar-powered lanterns.
When working on the decorative part, you should not fear for an unsightly result, because at any time you can correct the situation by moving the flower pot, removing a couple of unnecessary pendants, adding a light stole, etc. Do not be afraid to experiment and success will await you!
Suitable climbing ornamental plants.
If you want the gazebo to be braided with vines, then at its foot you should plant:
- Girlish grapes;
- Decorative ivy;
- Hop;
- Climbing roses;
- Petiolate hydrangea(reaches a height from 8 to 15 m);
- Liana Campsis (perfectly tolerates frosts down to -20);
- Honeysuckle;
- Deciduous liana;
- Clematis;
- Wisteria;
- Ipomoea;
- Nasturtium;
- Sweet pea;
- Kobei.
Modern gazebo made of good old pine:
Terrace with bar and summer kitchen:
Of course, the recreation area in the country house is an integral part of the site, so much attention is paid to its design. And what is your recreation area on the site? We will be glad to read your feedback in the comments.
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All happy owners of a summer cottage strive to make it beautiful and well-groomed. I would like family trips to the dacha to be useful and enjoyable.
And the eye was pleasing not only good harvest in greenhouses and garden beds, but also graceful flower beds with beautiful flowers interesting garden sculptures, the murmur of the water of artificial streams and ponds.
It is pleasant to work and relax in such a garden. This article will tell interesting ideas independent design of a summer house and a country house.
Where to start work on improving the site
Create landscape design your site is impossible without its general improvement. The territory should be cleared of unsightly hemp and other debris, smooth out all the irregularities in the soil and improve the trees already growing on the territory.
In the process of arranging the site, it should be divided into different zones. Think in advance where it is better to create a recreation area, summer kitchen, a sports ground, where to put a brazier, flower beds, beds and other structures.
Even at this stage, it would be good to adequately assess the material capabilities. And if they do not allow you to purchase ready-made options improvement, you can always find ideas for their creation with your own hands.
Site zoning
It is better to plan the arrangement of a site on which there are already buildings, by determining a place for a vegetable garden. It should be chosen in accordance with the preferences of the crops grown.
And so that newly planted or grown young plants do not damage birds and small animals, you can stick plastic forks into the ground among the plants, they will scare away pests.
Good to know: to speed up the growth of seedlings, you can use a cut canister or plastic bottle, which will create a greenhouse effect, keeping the heat and moisture inside.
Will help save space and get a good crop of climbing plants. They can be easily and quickly made with your own hands, for example, from wood.
Beds and flower beds
Beautiful flower beds and flower beds are the pride of the hostess. There are some life hacks that will help you arrange them quickly and in an original way.
A small space in the garden can be decorated with a flower garden that creates the effect of a lake with swans. For this you only need plastic bottles, two small pieces of plywood (cut out the neck and head of the swans from it) and paint for drawing on the figures.
Plant small ones inside the composition blue flowers... The following flowers will work:
- Lobelia;
- Blue iris;
- Nigella;
- Sage;
- Lupine;
- Hydrangea;
- Heliotrope;
- Flax blue;
- Petunia.
The secret is forever blooming garden very simple. In order for the beauty of gorgeous flowers to please you constantly, you need to replace seasonal flowers. There are some simple ideas how to speed up and facilitate this process.
The pots method also works in the preparation of a flower bed. It is enough just to bury the pots in the ground and replace the plants in them that have already bloomed with flowering ones.
This method will take significantly less time and effort than replanting the flower bed each time. And the flower garden will always look well-groomed and blooming.
The third method will have to spend a little more time when planting, but it differs from the previous ones in even lower costs in the future. The method works well with. They need to be planted in several levels: the lowest one that blooms later than everyone else, and the topmost primrose.
We rest in the country
Relaxing in the garden is an integral part of the trip, so you can't do without a gazebo. The furnishings made of ordinary transport pallets will help to surprise and delight vacationers.
To make an economical and comfortable sofa you will need:
- 2 pallets of template parameters;
- metal corners;
- bars about 50-60 mm in size;
- any paint specialized for woodworking, colored or colorless varnish;
- a set of screws and washers with bolts;
- electric drill with a drill;
- gloves and glasses.
Making a sofa from a euro pallet
So, to make a sofa, a pre-cleaned pallet needs to be cut into two parts. One part should consist of four crossbeams for sitting, and the second of three - this will be the back of the future sofa.
Connect the edges of both parts perpendicularly, fasten them with self-tapping screws or screws, while tightening tightly. 1-2 narrow slats should be glued parallel to each other to both sides of the fastened parts, this will give the structure rigidity.
From the remaining bars, cut four blanks for the legs. They should be made wide and not high, which will increase the stability of the structure, and make rest on it more comfortable.
Attach the legs to the bottom of the pallet with metal corners. Cover the finished bench with paint or varnish. Arranging a cozy corner in the garden, corner sofas are made from the same base.
Canapes from plastic bottles
Also interesting canapes, sofas, beds and chairs can be made from plastic bottles... Scheme for cutting and assembling bottles for construction:
Bottles should be sealed with adhesive tape with good grip to ensure all sections are solid.
A module of sixteen sections must be grouped with others until the structure reaches the desired size. The production of a single bed will require at least 750 bottles.
A double standard bed requires about 1,500 bottles. A two-seater sofa will require about 400 - 500 bottles. There are about 250 bottles per armchair.
It's important to know: only two-liter bottles should be used for work.
There is no need to lay any platforms on the bed. Sufficiently firm mattress made of quality foam.
To add an interesting touch to the sofa appearance, you can sew a case or cape.
Wooden pergola (gazebo) with your own hands
For the construction of the beginning, you should prepare the necessary building materials and tools:
- a hammer;
- bayonet shovel;
- wood screws or nails;
- screwdriver;
- paint or varnish;
- brush;
- antiseptic agent;
- concrete solution;
- trellis panels;
- 2 wooden bars 100 * 50 mm and 100 * 100 mm each (will serve as side beams);
- a wooden block of at least 70 * 70 mm (for the construction of a support);
- 2 pieces of wood 50 * 50 mm (will serve as transverse beams).
Treat all wooden parts protective agent, dry them well.
Dig 4 holes at least 60 cm deep. Install support bars in them and pour concrete.
Wait until the supports are completely dry for several days. Attach the horizontal beams to the supports.
Note: it is more efficient and reliable to make a spike connection, for this you need to drive a spike into the end end of the beam, make vents for the spike in the place for installation. The beam fixed in this way will be more stable.
On the upper horizontal beams, nail the cross beams with nails at an even distance.
Brazier from a metal barrel
In order to be able to fry kebabs in the country, you will need a brazier. And it is also possible to make it yourself, for example, from an old metal barrel.
First you need to make a layout, then cut off the outer part of the barrel with a machine, while leaving the ends. From the cut off part, by welding hinges and handles to it, you can make a cover.
The metal corners will serve as legs for the barbecue. The corners must be cut into four equal lengths and welded to the end section of the barrel.
Advice: for the durability of the structure, the metal of the barrel must be thick enough.
Now you should measure the length of the barrel and cut two corners equal to this length. This will serve as a support for the skewers. Weld them to the inside of the barrel.
To make such outdoor swing, for a start, the angle at which two vertical parts will be connected to each other is determined. The wider the seat is, the larger the angle needs to be made.
The vertical bars are bolted together. To more confidently fix the base, connect the beams at a height equal to a third of the length of the support from the ground with transverse boards.
You need to fasten the parts using a corner, and attach them with self-tapping screws. The design will be more reliable with two parallel connecting planks.
Trapezium overlays are mounted on the inner parts, and the transverse beam is attached to the uprights. This structure must necessarily be dug into the ground.
To do this, dig 4 holes 1 m deep. Fill up the rubble, then insert the pillars into the holes and pour concrete. Mount the swing on the support.
Sandbox
Also, on your several hundred square meters, you can build a small playground. And you can start with such an original sandbox.
Doesn't the sandbox have to be square? You can construct a circle from logs and paint it in different colors. This process will create positive mood not only the builder, but also the child will really like it.
During the collection of such a sandbox, many ideas for organizing a playground are likely to arise, so do not be afraid to implement them.
Children are very restless and, of course, they will want to actively play in the sandbox. And to make the games even more fun, you can arrange a simple maze or sand passage from logs.
For the organization of the rate, with a capacity of 130 - 4200 liters, it is recommended to use polyethylene. First you need to form a pit of a ledge shape with gentle slopes.
Remove roots, stones and sharp objects from the bottom. Cover with sand soaked in waterproofing about 10 cm. To lay out plastic wrap leaving a margin of 60 cm on all sides, this will provide fixation.
Sprinkle the film with sand, earth or flat pebbles and fill it evenly with water, make sure that there is no air left under the film. Secure the edges of the foil with earth or stones. It remains only to make the decor of the reservoir.
At the edges, you can plant any moisture-loving plants, from the north, the pond should be protected from strong wind planting shrubs. Water lilies and other hydrophytic plants are best planted in pots for the convenience of maintaining the reservoir.
Thus, without applying special efforts and without spending a lot of money, you can decorate your summer cottage beautifully, original and tastefully. It is enough just to apply imagination and sleight of hand.
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The proverb "business is time, and fun is an hour" once had the opposite meaning: "business is time, and fun is an hour", that is, business is business, but one must not forget about rest, even in the midst of work in the garden and in the garden. We have repeatedly told how to equip recreation areas with a hearth for a cauldron or a Pompeian stove, with a gazebo from the wildest dreams, expressing the individuality and spiritual preferences of the owner. And if the size of the site does not allow equipping large gazebos and making complex furnace complexes, you can make a "fast", in fact, a mobile recreation area for a summer residence or a private house.
Canopy and mobile walls
As is often the case, a FORUMHOUSE user has a recreation area at the dacha Denisov appeared naturally. At first, on this place next to the house (5x4m in size) there was a legacy bathtub, covered with a door - it was a table. Then a tent appeared over the table, which stood right on the ground, then the floor was made, then the rest area began to look like in the photos below. Furniture and a cauldron with a stove were constantly rearranged from place to place in search of the ideal.
The tent of the tent served three seasons, and it turned out that "pilaf with rainwater is not a tasty dish." The need for a stationary canopy rose to its full height, and the recreation area had to remain open, but, if necessary, protect from possible precipitation. Denisov came up with such a cool thing to build for his project: a side compartment. The sliding wall is made of a polycarbonate sheet moving along the guides. Usually it is located against the wall of the house, and when the need arises, it moves and closes the canopy.
Since the recreation area is located close to the house, the main problem was to protect the canopy from possible snow melting from the roof. For this, it was decided to make such snow holders.
When the plot is small, the seating area is often located close to the house. This way the available space is spent more competently and economically, and so there are more opportunities to create at the same time inaccessible to an outsider's eye, and in the summer open space with a pergola roof, or even without a roof at all. The main thing is that the brazier or stove does not stand too close to the house, and the walls do not get dirty with smoke and soot.
Rest area on the site: planning
You can equip a recreation area on any, the tiniest personal plot. True, when planning it, it is necessary to take into account the cardinal points and the prevailing winds.
To equip an ideal gardening spot, remember that it must have its back to the prevailing winds.
This "back", if possible, should be a blank wall. And since gatherings usually take place in the evenings, you need to think about how to make sure that the setting sun from the west does not blind your eyes. And so - even a nook between the house and the garage can be turned into a place for relaxation, quiet evening gatherings and brunch on weekends. Our design assistants are here: trellis pergolas, vertical flower beds, potted plants, mobile garden furniture, portable mini barbecues, an awning instead of a fixed roof. Instead of sun loungers and benches, you can use frameless options garden furniture: on bean bags during the day you can sunbathe by the pool, and in the evening sit in them around the fire.
They are packed with expanded polystriol, which is sold in building stores... The main thing is that for gardening such a chair should have two covers, the upper one made of fabric with water-repellent impregnation.
Buying standard garden furniture is not the approach to the arrangement of a site that is not the most approved on our portal: "Everything is somehow impersonal, and the prices are not encouraging." To order something unique, or even better - to create this unique one with your own hands, in extreme cases - to repeat the idea on a budget renowned manufacturer- this is according to FORUMHOUSE-ski.
Irrena FORUMHOUSE user
If you take a tree in your hands, and your soul sings, then what's the difference what they sell in megamarkets.
You shouldn't neglect sales, especially when it comes about a recreation area in a small area.
So, skissa she bought a sliding garden table with a hole for an umbrella made of eucalyptus (3,000 rubles) and a eucalyptus table and two chairs for 2,000 at a sale. She believes that even if she had made this furniture out of pine with her own hands, it would have cost more.
skissa FORUMHOUSE user
It makes sense to order furniture when you need one hundred percent exclusive, something very unusual, and, accordingly, very expensive.
But it is simply a sin to buy this simple set of tables and benches sold at every corner - according to the calculations of the portal participants, the purchase of boards, screws, impregnation and protective composition is much cheaper.
Yacht varnish - not the best option for outdoor products, it is better to process them in 2-3 layers protective compound like "pinotex, biotex" and the like.
This is a product, son participant FORUMHOUSE OnlyOn made under his guidance and according to his drawing.
OnlyOn FORUMHOUSE user
It's a pity to put such beauty on damp ground, so my son decided to build a "trestle bed": four columns of logs, a strapping of four bars, and on top - a flooring. Painted with floor paint. It worked out well.
Do-it-yourself recreation area.
zerok FORUMHOUSE user
Then he does not want to be watered with rain, and will roll down the slope into the construction.
Here's how you can develop this "table from the store" idea:
Fyi made it from the material left over from the construction of the gazebo, made it more massive and aged.
legolas16 developed the idea by complementing the table with benches with a wooden canopy-roof.
Purchased in a store or made by hand, furniture for a small recreation area on the site should be, according to a survey conducted on our portal, convenient, easy to carry, resistant to decay, durable, durable, easy to clean, “and no curls for easy repainting ". The design is like this chair.
How to equip a recreation area with furniture
After construction at a FORUMHOUSE participant Snegoff there remained pallets, conditionally suitable for the production of snakes, from which two armchairs and a two-seater sofa turned out - an excellent resting place in the country.
Snegoff FORUMHOUSE user
The pallet was cut in half along the planks at the base and back. For the armchairs, another third was filed across. The workpieces were brushed from dirt, rot and burnt. I collected everything on screws, using an inch board for strapping. Ready-made armchairs and a sofa are covered with biotex in two layers.
None of the family members expected the result to inspire further investment in this project to improve the quality of suburban life. But furniture foam rubber (60 mm) and fabric for covers were bought. The most expensive thing about pillows with removable covers with zippers was foam rubber.
Rest areas in the garden
Photos with pallet furniture show that the site is paved with old bricks, which were also left over from the construction site. This coating will not serve for a very long time, but in the future the site will still be planned and redone, but for now "At least they decided to spend the season like decent people." The sod was removed from the future recreation area in the country house, since the site has a slope, the site was leveled along the level and a leveling pad of sand was made. The first rows of bricks were laid along a string. The wide seams are explained by the depressing geometry of the brick: it just wouldn't fit butt. The seams were covered with a grinder (a mixture of lime and sand) left over from finishing work .
Mad posted on his summer cottage "Red square made of clay bricks and quartzite paving stones».
Mad FORUMHOUSE user
The scheme is standard: we dig a recess along the contour, down the film, 30 cm of sand and tamp it. Then the curb on the cement, and inside we pave the brick.
As a result, thanks to this design, a small seating area on a red platform under an air canopy under the pine trees, where only a tea table will fit, will create exactly the "rest", serene mood that is necessary after working in the garden.
Have nency a platform for a table, benches and a barbecue (6x3 m) is made of unnecessary logs. The logs for its arrangement were sawn into segments 25 centimeters high. The saw cuts, treated to protect against decay with used mineral machine oil, were placed on a sand cushion and tamped down with sand and water. The project was implemented in six days practically "in one hand". A small pit was dug with a small excavator. At the initial stage, this idea caused bewilderment, irony and laughter among everyone, including workers and neighbors. Now everyone liked the site. When the round is planted between the logs lawn grass will be even better. There are options to fill up the gaps with fine gravel or screenings.
nency FORUMHOUSE user
I do not pretend to be recognized for my creation, but tiles, etc. bored in Moscow. Moreover, a forest area, urbanizing a piece of forest is also not the best option.
If the construction of something more or less stationary in a recreation area at a summer cottage categorically seems like a waste of time and money, you can do it naturally grass cover... The only thing is that the grass should be as resistant to trampling as possible: meadow bluegrass, meadow fescue, etc. are suitable. In the recreation area, the lawn is mowed every two weeks, or even more often.
Another option for a small area is to lay it out with turf. With regular watering, the grass will take root quite quickly.
FORUMHOUSE users have long been using it as a covering for recreation areas. In addition to strength, the advantage of this material is that it can not be fixed tightly, but removed for the winter or if necessary.
Mobile grill
If a recreation area on a private plot does not have a stationary hearth, there are many ways out of this situation, especially since a mobile barbecue on the edge of the garden can bring no less joy than a luxurious stove.
lme1979 made a brazier from a gas cylinder.
lme1979 FORUMHOUSE user
You cut it in half lengthwise with a grinder, weld four supports, and the grill is ready. And just goes into the trunk of the car.
Here's how you can improve such a grill (done Pilligrimxxl):
Uncle Vova made a round country barbecue with a diameter of 0.5 meters. It turned out "unexpectedly cool, surprisingly to the neighbors." And just sit by the fire, bake meat and vegetables on the wire rack, and put a cauldron or frying pan.
Or here good idea- tandoor from flower pots. Invented and brought to life sandrovich... How to make it is clear from the photo.
