The American Society of Landscape Architects recently released the results of its 2014 Residential Landscape Architecture Trends Survey.
Landscape architects who specialize in residential design across the country were asked to rate the expected popularity of a variety of residential outdoor design elements for the upcoming year.
No shocker here: The findings showed that people are looking for low-maintenance design suited for entertaining and relaxing.
Here’s a look at some of the specific outdoor living features and design elements that respondents rated as the most in-demand for 2014:
1. Lighting  
Courtesy of Terrain  
2. Seating and Dining Areas  
William P. Steele  
3. Native Plants  
Robin Stubbert  
4. Landscaped Gardens  
Richard Felber  
5. Outdoor Recreation Amenities, including Pools  
Susan Heeger  
6. Installed Seating  
Lucas Allen  
7. Vegetable and Fruit Gardens  
Lisa Hubbard  
8. Grills  
Anson Smart  
9. Outdoor Kitchens  
Lisa Hubbard  
10. Fire pits  
Miki Duisterhof
After looking over
this list, I am wondering what didn’t make
it?
What is on your wish list for your yard?  
 
