Style: Contemporary
About This Project
The original garden was accessed by a narrow set of doors. Newly renovated with an almost fully glazed and openable facade required the garden to flow seamlessly from the interior. Materials were carefully chosen to compliment the interior and zones were set out for dining, cooking and lounging.
A direct vista from the front door of the property through the house to the rear garden was accentuated by a sculptural focal point by Hamish Pringle which at night is a strong and elegant feature.
The grey of the sculpture plinth sits over light porcelain paving which is softened with greenery. The back boundary of the garden was densely overgrown but provided privacy so rather than remove and replace it was carefully tidied. The Magnolia was freed from choking Ivy, by doing so the garden had an immediate sense of maturity even though 95% of it was new.
Planting in pots using large Hydrangea and topiary add impact in a very ‘less is more’ way. Furniture was also selected on this principle to provide striking pieces that are inviting and above all comfortable to sit on.
Images copyright of Darren Chung.