In almost any suburban area, the relief has differences in height. Somewhere they are insignificant, which does not create much discomfort, but they can be quite large. In the latter case, it will be inconvenient to move around the territory. Areas with perfectly flat terrain are quite rare at all.
If the descent is very steep, steps should be built. The staircase in the garden plays not only a functional role, but can also be a full-fledged element of landscape design. Moreover, sometimes such structures are built even in areas with a relatively flat relief. This is done for decorative purposes, to give the site dynamism. The beautifully equipped steps are very attractive. But, most importantly, observe the general style in the design.
Country style
The staircase should be in harmony with the general style of the suburban area. For example, if the house is wooden, a concrete or stone staircase will most likely not work with it. In this case, it is more advisable to make steps from wood. You can build ordinary minimalist steps (from saw cuts, beams, boards) or an elegant wooden staircase with a unique design.
Natural landscape
The staircase can seem to continue the natural landscape, which allows you to create the effect of naturalness, naturalness. This can be done in different ways. For example, placing the steps slightly unevenly, sliding in opposite directions. Greenery will look beautiful between them. Such a staircase resembles a hill of stones.
You can make the steps in an even rectangular shape. And to give naturalness, plant a lawn right on their surface.
A good solution would be the arrangement of the so-called "hidden" steps, similar to small pick-up walls, built one after another. At the top, you can plant a lawn so that the stairs do not get out of the general style and are not conspicuous.
Romantic style
Lovers of romanticism should embody their preferences in the design of the stairs. Materials such as wood, natural stone and clinker bricks are ideal for a romantic style.
It is worth planting flowers along the stairs. This will create a special romantic atmosphere in the garden. Various plants can also be planted between individual steps, greenery will look especially good, similar to landscape design.
Modern
The Art Nouveau style is characterized by the use of modern materials. For example, concrete is suitable for building stairs. But you should not make excessively voluminous concrete structures, they will clutter up the site. It is worth trying to achieve the effect of "floating" steps. This can be done with backlighting, but the effect will only be noticeable in darkness. Still, you should not neglect the illumination.
The supporting walls should be hidden. Thanks to this, the effect of "floating" steps will be clearly visible during the day. Plants should also be present in the Art Nouveau style. But, in this case, you should give preference to greens. It will add naturalness and lightness to the design.
Note! The optimal number of steps for a garden staircase is 3-4. A taller structure will overly clutter up the landscape design, which is especially important for small areas. If there are only 1-2 steps, the staircase will not be clearly visible, which is why you can accidentally trip over it.
Combined style
You can combine individual elements of different stylistic directions. This allows more materials to be used. For example, use wood with gravel, tiles with bricks, concrete with pebbles, marble with greenery, metal with sand, etc.
Ladders from scrap materials
All of the above options involve certain financial costs. But even with a small budget, a ladder can be made using available materials.You can use car tires, plastic bottles, pallets and other products that are found on the site. All kinds of stones that can be collected on the site and around it will also make a beautiful staircase. If there are unnecessary building materials, and they can be used.
Thus, relief imperfections can be turned into an original element of landscape design. A properly decorated area will look much more beautiful than a similar one with an even relief. One has only to make a little effort and give freedom of imagination.
