Stylish Woodford Garden Design
The clients had undertaken extensive renovations to the interior of their property and wanted their garden, which was in a state of disrepair, to match. The boundaries were a mishmash of different materials and the existing decking in such a state of decay that it was unusable. There were several levels in the space, in part dictated by ground level of the adjoining gardens. The clients wanted a complete overhaul of the space, with an area for dining and provision for storage.
To make the change in levels work for the client, this garden design is reorganised into three distinct levels. Railway sleepers retain the existing soil of the rear garden area as well as making a larger bed to feature some plants and improve the view from the lounge doors.
The paving throughout the space is cream limestone effect porcelain slabs. Steps lead up to an area of lawn, with porcelain stepping stone tiles creating a pathway along the right hand side. Railway sleepers retain the existing trees, forming a raised bed to allow extra planting. A slightly raised patio in the bottom right corner is large enough to place an outdoor sofa and fire pit. This area features an architectural chunky timber pergola, to provide support for the existing wisteria, with a beam jutting over the lawn to create a support from which to hang a swing seat. A railway sleeper bed at the rear of the garden manages the change in level in the rear corner.
The existing trees down the right hand boundary were kept in place and the left and rear boundaries are clad with bespoke hardwood timber slatted fences and Perspex panelling. The fence painted in a dark grey to match the perspex and provide a uniform border, perfect for planting against.
In the wide, side return we planted a flat top tree to create a courtyard feel. This creates a pretty canopy which is covered in fairy lights at night. We also added a wide thin storage unit with double doors in this area, to provide some easily accessible storage. This was painted in the same dark grey as the fence and gate to help it blend into the background.
Planting in the garden is simple, strong and architectural with low maintenance evergreens sitting amongst long flowering herbaceous perennials.
To make the change in levels work for the client, this garden design is reorganised into three distinct levels. Railway sleepers retain the existing soil of the rear garden area as well as making a larger bed to feature some plants and improve the view from the lounge doors.
The paving throughout the space is cream limestone effect porcelain slabs. Steps lead up to an area of lawn, with porcelain stepping stone tiles creating a pathway along the right hand side. Railway sleepers retain the existing trees, forming a raised bed to allow extra planting. A slightly raised patio in the bottom right corner is large enough to place an outdoor sofa and fire pit. This area features an architectural chunky timber pergola, to provide support for the existing wisteria, with a beam jutting over the lawn to create a support from which to hang a swing seat. A railway sleeper bed at the rear of the garden manages the change in level in the rear corner.
The existing trees down the right hand boundary were kept in place and the left and rear boundaries are clad with bespoke hardwood timber slatted fences and Perspex panelling. The fence painted in a dark grey to match the perspex and provide a uniform border, perfect for planting against.
In the wide, side return we planted a flat top tree to create a courtyard feel. This creates a pretty canopy which is covered in fairy lights at night. We also added a wide thin storage unit with double doors in this area, to provide some easily accessible storage. This was painted in the same dark grey as the fence and gate to help it blend into the background.
Planting in the garden is simple, strong and architectural with low maintenance evergreens sitting amongst long flowering herbaceous perennials.
Project Year: 2019
Project Cost: £25,001 - £50,000
