The client envisioned their expansive garden, divided into a charming courtyard and a sprawling park, as a haven for family leisure and relaxation. Key desires included seamlessly integrating the driveway and commuting areas into the leisure and family zones, creating a spacious alfresco dining area, and incorporating a delightful cottage-style planting scheme. They also sought to highlight the existing stonework treasures – a weathered wall and a timeless well – while incorporating a secure, modern stairway to the upper terrace. Their vision extended beyond the courtyard, encompassing a masterplan for the park, which included a dedicated BBQ shelter, a generous leisure lawn, and the revitalisation of the park itself, potentially featuring an eye-catching element at its furthest end.
In the new garden, you're greeted by a stunning herringbone- patterned clay paver patio that leads to the heart of the courtyard. The real show-stopper is the two-level water feature. Water from the basin installed at the upper level of the old stone wall, flows through rustic copper faucets into the bottom basin, creating a stunning display. The entire courtyard is adorned with a variety of blooming flowers and lush greenery, adding to the natural beauty of the space. With its rustic materials and French-inspired design, this courtyard is a sun-drenched haven offering a constellation of intimate escapes. It allows one to chase the sun, choosing their mood and soaking in the atmosphere of each unique patio. Apart from leisure function, a section of the courtyard may be easily converted into a driveway, as requested by clients.
