Although this is just new planting you can kind of get the idea that greening up the outdoor space cools and softens.
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I think adding some greenery around the patios and pool will just make the space softer
From the gate to the front Entry Jetty some timber sleepers could be used for a 'path' so it's not really inviting people to walk that way
You could consider a water feature in the front entrance garden
Is this the type of garden/look that you had in mind for the entrance?
Vertical Vege Garden
Or if you don't want vertical vege garden how about a black board!!
Or maybe just some random over sized pots for the vege garden!
Although this is just new planting you can kind of get the idea that greening up the outdoor space cools and softens.
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