Landscape & Urban Design Issue 19 2016 | Page 6

RHS Chelsea Flower Show T raditional designs, materials and methods are revitalised by new approaches to craft and craftsmanship with the Artisan Gardens at RHS Chelsea. Representing some of the most imaginative and inspiring designs, these smaller gardens put a modern twist on timeless rustic ideas. Fresh Gardens, fresh in nature as well as in name, aim to redefine the perception of the garden. 6 Landscape & Urban Design Taking more of a conceptual approach, they embrace new technology, trends and materials to create truly innovative designs. The jewel in RHS Chelsea’s crown is the Great Pavilion, which not only plays host to over 100 nurseries, new and old, but also houses the Discovery Zone, an area dedicated to highlighting the very cutting edge of tech