I conducted a thorough garden audit of the plants that were in situ, noting which ones could be repurposed in the new garden planting plan. I also measured the garden in full, allowing me to create a soft landscape design that would work beautifully within the space.
The brief was to design a garden that didn't reveal itself all at once, a landscape that took visitors on a journey with the plants taking center stage.
I developed several concept sketches that I reviewed with the clients. These sketches were instrumental in helping them visualize how the garden could be transformed, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the landscape rather than simply viewing it from their kitchen window.
I created an additional seating area with a large wooden bench that had been lovingly used in their previous garden. This space was positioned to catch the last rays of sunshine at the end of the day, enhancing the overall landscape design.
During the garden audit, it became clear that the quality of the soil had been compromised. As part of the garden planting plan, we decided to remove the compacted soil and replace it with top-quality topsoil and soil conditioner.
