Top view of the front garden. We split the small front garden into fifteen separate beds, divided with different materials, and mulched with a variety of coloured pebbles.
We decked over the existing path to the house with scorched timber, and used black paint to sharpen up the front fence.
A winding path of ceramic paving winds it’s way from the back door, giving the illusion of a longer garden, while the pergola helps to provide privacy and create an entrance to the dining area of the garden
The key goals for this project were to enhance privacy both inside and out, while creating functional outdoor spaces for living, working, and entertaining.
In the front garden, we introduced a playful design inspired by the grid patterns of Mondrian paintings. To soften the bold geometry, we used an urban color palette featuring greens and monochrome flowers. We disguised the water filter box with a charred timber box with a green planted lid.
In the rear garden, a winding path divides the compact garden into distinct areas, giving the impression of a much larger garden and providing variety in function and atmosphere.
This before and after image shows the transformation of the front garden. Black bamboo and a standard olive tree lend the house privacy while still allowing light through.
This mini succulent ‘landscape’ disguises the water filter box outside he house . The landscaped lid can be lifted off to replace the water filter, and the box below can be removed for less regular maintenance.
A detail of the bed shows the variety of materials used to separate the beds, each highlighting the plants contained within.
The screen behind the bench is designed to partially hide the garden from the house while still providing a tantalising glimpse of what is in store around the corner
The dining area behind the brick shed is illuminated by a swan neck light. This provides a space for working and entertaining.
A detail of the bespoke timber bench
Breaking up the space and adding additional zones has somehow made the space feel larger.