The garden: The heart of your home

The living room beneath the open sky

At Engel & Völkers Schleswig-Holstein, we repeatedly observe that a true home does not end at the terrace door. In a thoughtfully designed garden, we find the kind of peace that everyday life often leaves too little room for. The modern “outdoor living room” is the answer to our longing for nature, comfort, and a sense of belonging.

Imagine enjoying your first coffee of the day on a terrace made of warm natural stone, surrounded by ornamental grasses gently swaying in the breeze. With high-quality outdoor furniture, soft textiles, and perhaps a hidden reading nook beneath an old apple tree, you create a space that is just as personal and comfortable as your living room — only under the vast blue skies of the North.

Maritime garden design: a touch of the coast

A beautiful garden in our region should proudly reflect its origins. Even the challenge of salty sea air can be transformed into a virtue. With a carefully selected range of plants, you can create an aesthetic that radiates both lightness and resilience.

• Fragrant accents: The Japanese rose (Rosa rugosa) is not only exceptionally hardy — its scent embodies the essence of a summer by the sea.

• Flowing grasses: Marram grass or silvery blue fescue add movement and texture to the landscape, evoking the dune scenery of Sylt or St. Peter-Ording.

• Natural materials: Driftwood elements or locally sourced boulders create harmonious accents that blend beautifully into the Schleswig-Holstein landscape.

A look beyond the hedge: “Open Gardens”

Sometimes, all we need is a fresh perspective to fully unlock the potential of our own garden. It is curiosity and a shared passion for garden design that make the “Open Gardens” initiative one of the most charming events of early summer. It is about far more than botany — it is about inspiration, exchange, and admiring the creativity of others.

What is it about? Private homeowners open their gates and invite visitors to discover their personal green paradises.

2026 dates: Mark your calendar for the weekend of June 13th and 14th, 2026 (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.).

A promise for the future

In summary: A lovingly maintained garden is a promise to the future. It tells the story of the people who live there and reflects their appreciation for the world around them. We know that it is often the invisible details — the perfect evening light or the scent of lilac in bloom — that transform a house into a true home.

Enjoy May in all its beauty. Let the “Open Garden” initiative inspire you and create your own little paradise in the North. Because in the end, it is these open-air places where our most beautiful memories are made.