The steps provided the first level change whilst keeping
the lawn and patio functionally as one space. The wide
steps also draw you into the wider garden and make it feel
open and welcoming.
The lawn area was edged with raised planters which were
planted with structural semi-formal planting and also
retain the level change at the boundaries that delivers
the large central flat area. It was decided to use brick
rather than render for the retaining wall finish, so that
the look was in keeping with the era of the house. A bench
is awaited to sit at the head of the lawn in the niche below
Before
the raised rear beds.
To the rear of the lawn a further set of steps leads you to
the top level of the garden where a further, smaller patio
sits in front of the garden gym and office. Being at the
top of the garden means the office is away from potential
disturbance, and also has good views over the planting,
back to the house. Plant design here is semi-formal with
topiary spheres and structural shrubs which add to the
clean lined look of the space. In winter they will continue
to give green structure.
The topiary is interspersed with a mix
of low maintenance perennials which
will provide change and floral interest
through most of the year.
Finally, a multi-stem Silver Birch and
beautiful Japanese Acers add height
and provide the finishing touch.
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