This blog from House Gardens breaks down the basics of hard and soft landscaping techniques for beginners planning a garden makeover. It explains the difference between structural elements like patios, paths, walls and fences (hard landscaping) and the living elements like lawns, plants, trees and borders (soft landscaping), and shows how combining both thoughtfully can create balance... https://www.housegardens.co.uk/beginners-guide-to-hard-and-soft-landscaping-techniques/