W
ith well-defined
edges, lush planting
schemes and an intriguing
porcelain water sculpture, this
garden exudes tranquillity
—
with a modern, urbane
twist. The strong architectural
lines provide the basis of the
design, upon which a series
of changes in level and wall
heights are used to create a
sense of ‘open enclosure’.
The garden also features a
range of colours and textures
to help stimulate the senses,
from vibrant cushions and
bolsters, to pebble borders in
the pavement and dramatic
use of lighting. ^
1. Think of your garden
as an open-plan
living room, with a variety of casual sitting
areas featuring stylish fabrics and textures.
Here, a gorgeous pebble mosaic floor
highlights the sunken sitting zone, and a
potted bromeliad creates a focal point.
2. To obscure a garden’s boundaries,
draw the eye towards a feature screen
instead. Made from sandstone tiles, this
wonderful ‘art wall’ is edged by a pond in
which twisted totem poles drip with water.
3.
Pebbles add wonderful textures
and colours, but traditional pebble paths
don’t work well in small gardens. So
consider using pebble mosaic surfaces,
which can be repeated in narrow border
strips between pavers.
4. Continue the creative touches
right up
to the house walls. These decorative steel
panels act as shutters for the rear windows.
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