The clients loved tropical plants but still wanted to keep the space feeling open and not overgrown, therefore the idea of a plantation came to mind. The space is mainly used for entertaining and partying in the summer months. The couple did not have children and so ruled out a lawn completely. It was important that the garden be able to be used in all weathers. A later addition would be a sail canopy and patio heating.

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Large softwood deck for entertaining located in the position of the evening sun.

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Timber decked boardwalks create informal seating and retian the planting beds.

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Plum coloured crushed slate creates a textural central area.

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Fire-pit help to continue the experience well into the night.

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Lush and tropical planting paying attention to large leafed evergreen foliage.

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Large planters for tree ferns which can be over-wintered in the conservatory

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