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Bricks are back in both architecture and landscaping, and we’re on board. You only have to wander through some of the more established neighbourhoods in Sydney to see the way the beautiful brick buildings have not only survived, but have actually become more lovely, as the bricks gain a rich patina of age over the decades. As we become more environmentally aware, ever with an eye on longevity, a material that remains so robust over time is undeniably appealing. To add to this, manufacturers are working hard to create new colours and shapes of bricks that appeal to a modern sensibility.
When running through their must-haves and lust-haves, clients rarely consider adding an outdoor shower to the list. But, while not as high profile as a pool or a built-in barbecue, an outdoor shower is a simple addition to a garden design and can be both practical and an unexpected joy.
Texture is an infrequently discussed element of garden design, but an essential feature of any well-crafted landscape. Just as in interiors, where texture is used to give appealing warmth and complexity to a room, texture is needed outdoors to create a multi-layered space that invites you to experience it with all of your senses.
Outdoor furniture is the most eye-catching – and probably the most practical – feature of your new garden scheme, so you want to be confident in your selection. But with so many options, choosing outdoor furniture poses the question – where do you even start? Here are some of the things we suggest clients consider to help them settle on just the right outdoor furniture pieces for their space.
A well-designed garden is beautiful during the day, but with the right lighting, the same garden can be magical at night. With a thoughtful lighting scheme, the garden can become a wonderland of visual effects that lures people outdoors well after sunset.
No matter how visually stunning our gardens are, we still need to consider where to put the clothesline and the bins. Incorporating these ugly bits in a creative way is essentially for creating a garden that is as practical as it is beautiful.
Garden edging – the styles, shapes and materials used – is one of the less glamorous, but no less important, features of good garden design. While statement plants and structures steal the limelight, good garden edging – seen and unseen – and the shape of the garden beds is fundamental to a beautifully designed garden.
Water features are an enduringly popular element of landscape design. Their appeal right now ties into the latest trend in architecture, biophilia, which essentially means designing homes and buildings that connect with and celebrate nature. For landscape designers and architects, water features give us another opportunity to express that connection and engage all the senses.
More than just a means of getting from A to uphill B, steps in a garden are a golden design opportunity. The primary purpose might be as simple as linking levels in the landscape, but they can also encourage one to slow down, appreciate the surroundings and, literally, smell the roses.
Where to start with your pool design? A pool is a lovely thing to have on a scorching hot day, but it can be more than just a source of entertainment. A beautifully designed pool can be the jewel in a garden, a harmonious addition to the landscape.
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