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Outdoor Design
Six easy ways to create the perfect Father’s Day
Week 12: Robby and Mat
The room: Front yard and facade
Score: 34.5/40 (fourth place)
“I just love how you have this meandering pathway through here, along with the undulating mounds,” said Dave Franklin. “It adds a bit more of a warmth to the garden and the water feature is in the best spot.”
A contemporary farmhouse aesthetic allowed Robby and Mat to deliver a classic and elegant front yard.
“We are finishing strong,” said Mat, as the boys rolled up their sleeves to do a lot of the work themselves to keep their budget under control.
Robby and Mat decided to keep the garden classic and welcoming with clean garden beds, a statement pathway and an elegant water feature, which was a large charcoal-shaded ceramic bowl that doubled as a goldfish pond. Large boulders were dotted around the yard as points of interest.
The overall impression was a “contemporary farmhouse” design, said Darren Palmer.
Planting was minimal, with the best mates choosing to create pathways and a driveway of concrete aggregate as the features.
Guest judge Dave Franklin commended the boys on the fact that their garden was so sustainable. “They have got a lot of native plants in here – everything is pretty much local,” he said. “It’s very low maintenance. Once it starts growing in, you really won’t need any water.”
All three judges loved the front door the boys chose, which was custom-made by Christian Cole and included a statement handle as a contrast to the pale timber.
Design tip
The front door is the ideal place to make a design statement. Whether you choose a door that complements your cladding or acts as a contrast, it’s worth investing in the best quality you can afford for the finishing touch to your facade.
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Health & Safety
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.