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Are you looking for commercial landscape ideas for 2024? You’ve come to the right place. Smart Rain has put together some of the most practical and trendy landscaping design ideas for 2024.
Whether your commercial property is small or large, there’s always room to make your commercial landscape a little more appealing to your customers, and even your shareholders! (A little more on that later.) As you're reading these ideas, think of ways you can implement some of them to stand out from your competition.
Outdoor workspaces
An outdoor workspace is basically a spot outside the usual office where people can get their work done, team up, or handle work-related stuff. It's become so popular because it gives employees a chance for a change of scenery. Giving your people a different place to work, especially that is outside, is a huge benefit to productivity.
Consider some of the mental health benefits of outdoor workspaces:
Stress Reduction: Spending time in nature has been linked to a reduction in stress levels. Outdoor workspaces give individuals the opportunity to escape traditional indoor environments, allowing them to experience a more relaxed and calming atmosphere.
Improved Mood and Happiness: Exposure to natural light and greenery has been associated with improved mood and increased feelings of happiness. Outdoor workspaces offer a change of scenery and a connection to nature, contributing to a more positive emotional state.
Enhanced Creativity and Cognitive Function: Time spent in natural environments has been shown to enhance cognitive function and creativity. Outdoor workspaces provide a stimulating and refreshing environment that can boost problem-solving skills and creativity among individuals.
Increased Productivity: Being in an outdoor setting can lead to increased focus and productivity. The change of scenery and reduced noise levels compared to traditional office spaces can help individuals concentrate on their tasks, leading to a more efficient work experience.
Reduced Mental Fatigue: Indoor environments, especially those with artificial lighting and constant noise, can contribute to mental fatigue. Outdoor workspaces provide a break from these stressors, helping to alleviate mental fatigue and improve overall cognitive well-being.
Connection to Nature: Outdoor design principles emphasize the importance of a connection between humans and nature. Outdoor workspaces allow individuals to experience the benefits of nature, promoting a sense of well-being, relaxation, and a feeling of being grounded.
With the mental health implications on their own, creating an outdoor workspace for your tenants or employees can be a huge benefit.
Landscape Art
This one may be a little far out for most people. Landscape art is truly to the taste of the facility's owner. Good landscape art will give comfort and excitement to the person who frequents your facility. Bad landscape art can certainly be a distraction from projects if you're not careful. When looking for landscape art, be sure that you are in line with the goals of your tenants and owners, while being visually appealing to your clients and customers. Here’s just some of the different kinds of landscape art that you could choose from:
Sculptures: These can add quite a bit of aesthetic to your commercial property’s landscape. A well-placed and well-thought-out sculpture can add beauty to the property. It can promote the other elements of the landscape around it. Be sure that your taste lines up with the audience that is your tenants.
Mosaics and murals: Incorporate mosaic designs into walkways or pavements for a vibrant and artistic touch. This provides a whimsical walk as people peruse your landscape. Large scale murals can promote a company's mission or a community's vision. This suggestion may be on the expensive side but can certainly spruce up any landscape design.
Lighting art: Lighting art isn’t thought of as art too much. You can install lighting features that respond to movement or sound, adding an interactive and artistic dimension to the landscape. Or you could incorporate unique and artistic designs into pathway lighting fixtures.
Those are just a few of the designs that you could implement into your landscape. But remember, be sure that it aligns with the goal and vision of your facility.
Smart Irrigation
Well... We are a smart irrigation company! So many of our customers have already hopped on the trend of smart irrigation. You should too!
Smart irrigation systems incorporate technology to optimize water usage in outdoor spaces, providing several benefits for both residential and commercial landscapes. Here are some aspects of smart irrigation that were considered part of the landscape design trends:
Water Efficiency:Smart irrigation systems use sensors, weather data, and real-time monitoring to adjust watering schedules based on environmental conditions. This helps optimize water usage and ensures that plants receive the right amount of water, reducing waste.
Weather-Based Controllers: These systems consider local weather conditions, including temperature, humidity, and precipitation, to automatically adjust irrigation schedules. This prevents overwatering during periods of rain or when the weather is cooler.
Remote Control and Monitoring: Many smart irrigation systems can be controlled remotely through mobile apps or online platforms. This allows property owners or landscape managers to monitor and adjust irrigation settings from anywhere, providing convenience and flexibility.
Soil Moisture Sensors: Smart irrigation systems often include soil moisture sensors that measure the moisture content in the soil. This information helps the system determine when and how much water is needed, preventing under or overwatering.
Water Conservation: With a focus on sustainable practices, smart irrigation contributes to water conservation efforts. By optimizing irrigation based on real-time data, these systems help reduce water consumption and promote environmentally friendly landscape design.
Integration with Smart Home Systems: Some smart irrigation systems can be integrated with overall smart home systems. This allows for centralized control and coordination with other smart devices, providing a more streamlined and connected outdoor living experience.
Automatic Leak Detection: Certain smart irrigation systems can detect leaks in the irrigation system automatically. This feature helps prevent water waste and minimizes potential damage to the landscape.
Data Analytics: Smart irrigation systems may collect data over time, providing insights into water usage patterns, plant health, and the overall effectiveness of the irrigation strategy. This data can be valuable for ongoing landscape management and improvement.
Smart irrigation makes your job simple and easy. There’s no need to worry about changes in the environment when watering. No need to worry about wasting water with irrigation. Smart Rain calculates exactly how much water you need.
It’s becoming very clear that the way we look at facilities in 2024 is changing. We are seeing facilities as agents for a better space. Landscaping is an integral part in making your space memorable for your guests and tenants. Always be looking for improvements, and you certainly won’t regret it.
