As you plan your landscape design, you may want to include hardscaping features to control erosion and make the overall aesthetic more interesting. Staircases are functional and attractive, allowing you to enter and exit the home with ease or access other areas of the garden. Here are a few creative and practical ideas if you want to incorporate stairs into your landscaping.

How to Use Stairs in Your Garden

1. Complement the Overall Design

The steps will be a prominent feature in your yard, so make sure they match the surrounding aesthetic. For example, wooden stairs add rustic charm to outdoor areas. Stone steps that follow an incline achieve a simple, natural look suited for houses with minimalist designs. Poured concrete steps offer a sleek, modern aesthetic, especially if you install metal railings.

2. Enhance the Entrance

Use stairs near the front door to provide your guests with a beautiful walkway through your landscaping. Ask your landscaper to create a curved design to add grandeur to your home’s entrance. This will enhance your house’s curb appeal and leave a positive first impression on passersby.

3. Create Levels

If you have a large backyard, use stairs to add dimension to the area. Ask your landscaper to create a short retaining wall and fill one side of the wall so that its level with the top. Now that there are two elevations, have your landscaping team install stairs near the wall so that guests can access the new plateau. Add lawn furniture or garden accessories to create multiple gathering places in your backyard.

If you want to use these ideas to enhance your outdoor areas, contact the team at Aloha 'Aina Landscaping in Aiea, HI. These professionals will work with your existing backyard design; then create a plan that will elevate the look and function of the space. View a gallery of their past projects online, or call (808) 291-0143 to schedule an appointment.