Town & courtyards
Def: an open area of ground surrounded by walls or buildings; court
Eclectic mixtures of garden spaces that have been created to maximise their urban location, these gardens display a range of styles often of a more contemporary nature. Many of these gardens have been designed as extensions of the indoor living spaces.
A small garden that balances both a contemporary water feature with a natural pool further down this small terraced plot. A riot of perennial planting was used to encourage wildlife to take up residence and evoke a calming feel.
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This garden was designed with plants in mind, the clients were a retired couple with a love of planting and to that end we were free to select from the widest palette of species with the knowledge that low maintenance was not a requirement.
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A cosy seating area nestles into New Oak Sleeper raised planting beds, the centre piece of this small courtyard space is a natural water feature constructed using Devonshire Pink Stone. We retained an existing Magnolia stellata which complements the stone choice perfectly.
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Large scale earthworks were employed to create access to this new build townhouse, we were tasked with creating a gentle and inviting entrance to the property whilst contending with a pure chalk soil. Our selection of planting reflects the restrictions whilst also creating interest, low maintenance planting was also important in this front garden space.
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This contemporary scheme was a complete transformation and answered the client brief for privacy and calmness. The garden has also been fully equipped with irrigation and electrics to maximise its use and reduce the maintenance.
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Bounded by 8ft high brick walls this small courtyard space is enhanced with the use of Natural Travertine paving to reflect the available light and act as a base for the simple planting palette. Specimen Allium hollandicum ‘Purple Sensation’ bulbs are scattered throughout the planting and form a strong vertical element.
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This was a well established suburban garden in need of rescuing, we created distinct levels and features whilst defining edges to emphasise the shapes. Our new planting mixtures were nestled into the existing specimens to maintain maturity.
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A small front garden space with a gentle slope was turned into a simple patio seating area with a bubbling stone water feature. The choice of warm Indian Sandstone paving helps to reflect the heat and complement the dark green hedges.
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Contemporary elements and bold colour choices were used in this small urban garden, the Stainless Steel water feature forms an interesting focal point whilst a simple palette of bold perennial plantings add rhythm to the garden. Our straightforward maintenance regime has helped to improve the soil structure and maximise the seasonal interest.
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