In our homes we are always changing, renewing and refreshing every space to attract new energy, not only to the house but also to the family.
And what better way than a Zen garden to bring good vibes to a small space? As the word itself says, “zen” can be translated into English as “meditation,” and it is generally a peaceful space where you can think in tranquility.
For this reason, in our blog we want to tell you about the benefits of having a Zen garden in your home and how easy it is to build one in any space or corner you want to make use of.
Its most important characteristic is that its elements are dry, so they require no water at all. They are made of materials such as sand, stone or rocks, gravel and different types of vegetation.
Some people get very creative by using other elements, such as miniature trees or small fountains, that add even more harmony to your Zen garden.
To create these spaces you don't need a very large area. They can be built in small areas or even in a corner of your home.
Among the materials you can use are:
- Sand and stone
- Granite or fine gravel
- Shallow wooden tray
- Decorative elements (to taste)
- Small rake
Pour the gravel or sand into the tray without covering it completely, then use your creativity to decorate it to your liking, whether with branches, rocks, incense or a figure that caught your eye.
Finally, use the rake to make waves or geometric shapes to give the sand movement. Remember that these instructions are for a small space.
If you have a larger area at home to design your Zen garden, you can include some kind of vegetation and even a fountain, always keeping in mind that this type of garden is characterized by having few elements.
Among its benefits, you will enjoy:
Relaxation and stress relief
Using the rake to rearrange the sand or fine gravel creates a calming, meditative effect that helps you relax.
Focus and concentration
By bringing you harmony, it produces other benefits that improve your focus and concentration in other areas of your life.
Sparks creativity
Because it is always changing, it stimulates creativity, since you can play with different elements to build your garden.
Adds beauty, flow and balance to your home
It adds a space for relaxation to your home, and its simplicity brings beauty, since these are clean, orderly spaces.
Take advantage of every benefit a Zen garden brings to your home, and the homes from CasaMax Inmobiliaria offer different areas where you can create one for your family's harmony.