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Ultimate Landscape Concepts
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Dallas, TX 75379
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Are you forced to commute everyday through the chaotic mess that typifies DFW traffic? If so, your home needs to be a refuge, a place of calm relaxation at the end of the day. A meditative walking path is a timeless choice for estates of any size in Dallas. Landscape design has featured various types of garden mazes for thousands of years. Take a moment to explore the function and beauty of meditation labyrinths as an option for your own property.
How Does A Labyrinth Differ From Other Walking Paths?
An unstructured, meandering walking path turns your attention outward in contemplation. It is designed to help you connect with nature as you wind your way past accents such as flower gardens, trees, or waterfalls. In contrast, a labyrinth’s purpose is to turn your focus inward. Its structure offers even meditation novices a simple way to achieve a peaceful, reflective state.
Unlike a typical “puzzle” maze that you have to figure out, a labyrinth provides a single, dedicated pathway. Stay mindfully on the path and you will reach your destination at the center. This type of walking meditation is used for problem solving, grounding, stress relief, emotional healing, and much more. Walking a labyrinth can be like reading a really good book - you get something new out of it each time!
Do you want to give a local labyrinth a try? There are plenty available in the Dallas area. Many modern day labyrinths are found in churches. However, they are not specifically religious symbols and can be incorporated tastefully into any setting - including your home landscape.
Designing Your Labyrinth
Selecting a labyrinth pattern is your first step. There are two basic shapes - octagonal and round. The complexity of the labyrinth usually varies with size and is measured by the number of “turns” you make to reach the center. The more room you have, the more elaborate your design can be.
Worried that you don’t have enough space? A simple, 7 turn labyrinth can fit into the backyard of a typical mid-income home in Dallas. Landscape design that incorporates this type of path is readily scalable. The path does need to be at least 30” wide for a comfortable walking experience.
Material Options
The simplest way to make a labyrinth is to outline the “walls” with pebbles or rocks. Low shrubs or flowering herbs make a lovely border as well. The most extravagant option is to grow head-high hedges.
If you plan to walk your labyrinth on a regular basis, it needs a durable surface. Grass probably won’t last. Here are some sturdier choices to consider:
For the most enjoyable meditative experience, locate your walking path where it will receive plenty of shade. Consider adding a misting system to keep you cool on really hot days. For professional assistance integrating a labyrinth into your Dallas landscape design, contact us for a free consultation.