The brief for this tiny light well was to provide a low maintenance garden which would look interesting all year while still reflecting the changing seasons. The Japanese Maple, we chose, has buttery yellow leaves in the autumn and striking red branches which contrast with the white walls during winter. The grasses turn golden and die down leaving space for fresh spring bulbs and ferns to herald the beginning of a new year.
We used a metal wall sculpture by Grace and Webb Ltd. which is lit from behind. Spotlights inside the containers enhance the screen by throwing atmospheric shadows across the white, brick walls, at night time.