I designed this contemporary terrace in Rotherfield in East Sussex. A steeply graded garden that was uncomfortable and dangerous to walk through has been transformed with safer steps and rendered walls. Water curtain features installed into two retaining terrace walls create a cooling effect on the hot sunny patio levels. The walls are rendered to… >>>
The brief was to devise a geometric garden design plan around the purchase of a minimal contemporary modern shed, which the clients needed for storage. The shed footprint took up almost a quarter of the space and so would be dominant. The issue was how to visually blend the mass of geometric cabin >>>
This design provides a simple terracing solution for an awkward slope. The client now has views from the house down into the garden to watch wildlife from the house window. >>>
Strong architectural design links are made connecting the garden layout to the house. The curves and arc shaped paths reflect the curved front bay windows and curved tiles on the upstairs balcony wall. >>>
A low impact garden design, generously planted for wildlife focus. In this design I have created a strong circular layout that underpins the paths and patio features, creating rhythm and movement throughout the space. The curved intersections into each patio create a grounded sense of calm in which to observe the wildlife present in the… >>>
Exotic escape jungle garden had to be tough enough for party revellers, with a relatively low maintenance planting scheme and bespoke solid hand made furniture. “Nothing ‘off the shelf’ but something bespoke, different and earthy” said the client. A place to party and escape to! >>>
The client’s requirement was a Victorian style courtyard garden reflecting her obsession with the period’s Artisan detailing and Cottage Garden Planting. >>>
I designed this wildlife garden in Worthing, West Sussex. The brief was to introduce vertical interest within an empty ‘L’ shaped garden. The clients love Monet’s Giverny garden and they wished the design to include a sense of this garden’s opulent planting and water. Trees dominate the boundary, and provide an essential shelter belt to filter… >>>
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