North by North's 5 best garden trends for 2021

So 2020 is finally over... and we're on to 2021. At North by North, we always follow new trends in gardens and terraces. In the past, investing in your garden was something the older generation did, but that has changed considerably and more and more young people have discovered that a garden can be a super haven where you can recharge, chill out and get more energy for his everyday life.

Whether you have a small terrace or a large garden, the possibilities are endless. It is important to start by planning what you want to achieve with your garden. Should it be an area where the children can run and play, or should it be a refuge where you can come and relax and read a book. Beautiful and stylish garden furniture made of natural material, such as bamboo, can help bring nature in without surrounding the entire area with green plants.

If you are planning to give your garden, terrace or balcony a boost in 2021, then you have come to the right place.

Trend 1. Inspiration to create a bohemian look for a small garden
The possibilities are endless when it comes to creating your own green oasis in the backyard or balcony. In fact, you often see that the smaller the garden, the more considerations are needed to create the right look and get the most out of what you have. By using different lights and lamps, you can create a vintage vibe where there is room to find peace and quiet. Unique pots, rustic and natural tables and chairs, such as NorthbyNorth's collection of bamboo garden furniture, would help lift any dull corner of the garden. In this way, you create both something that is practical to hold, but at the same time really interesting to look at.

Trend 2. Bring City Chic to the city garden
The time for boring small balconies in the big city is over. The dream of a green free space is still present even if you live in the city centre. Therefore, the term urban garden has become much more widespread in recent years. But when space is tight, you have to think creatively. Therefore, vertical gardens have become the new variety when it comes to balcony decoration. By making full use of the wall space, you can still live out your botanical dreams without using up too many square meters. Narrow raised beds can also make it possible to have a small kitchen garden. It is expected that this trend, as well as the use of different materials, will continue in 2021.

Trend 3. Create an interesting expression with raised beds
As mentioned above, it is believed that raised beds will become even bigger In the new year. Raised beds are a growing trend and that is understandable. They are practical, easy to maintain, and you often achieve a better yield. We have seen the square and rectangular raised beds for a few years now. In 2021, it is expected that raised beds in different materials and shapes will be seen much more. Sustainability also has its place here. You can reuse old tires or boxes to create your raised beds, which also brings costs down. So people with a flair for DIY projects can really get involved.

Trend 4. Put together a stylish garden area
Outdoor areas are no longer seen only as a place used in the summer. More and more choose to create a place where it is possible to extend the outdoor season. That is why it is also super important to invest in high-quality garden furniture. Plastic chairs are almost a thing of the past. Today, garden furniture in natural materials, such as NorthbyNorth's bamboo furniture, is much more popular. The romantic and cozy trend has been replaced by stylish lounging spaces. Hanging chairs, green plants and long tables (if space permits), such as NorthbyNorth's 'cottage' bamboo table, would fit perfectly with this new trend.

Trend 5. Gray is the new black
For 2021, the experts say that the color gray will be combined with pastel colors.By combining cushions, parasols and pots in gray tones, a natural connection is often created between the garden furniture, which often has cushions or frames in the same color palette. This is also the case for NorthbyNorth, which has Daybeds, Sunbeds or their Dream Deck Chair, where dark gray covers for their cushions are available.

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