Landscape & Urban Design Issue 29 2018 | Page 61

with somewhere very unique to sit. Unexpected, but now hugely anticipated by the client (landscape is still in the build stage) this terrace we believe will become a real favourite external space for the clients. It’s not just about adding features, yes these are important, but full consideration and focus must be given to how the space is blended as a whole. How does the space work for the user? Is it easy to use? Is there a natural journey that enriches their experience? A holistic approach to blending not only the external spaces, but also the interior with the exterior, and also the exterior with the wider landscape – or skyscape. An external space that considers and responds to all these issues, and provides multiple experiences, will be a space that clients enjoy and want to spend time in, and return to, time after time. And for the future? Interior gardens are the next major worldwide trend. Why? Well without doubt they will provide the opportunity to deliver amazing new experiences for interior space. There is endless scope to what and how these interiors can be developed and we are very much looking forward to making this trend happen. Watch this space. Patricia Fox Founder, Aralia Landscape Architects For further information or to contact Aralia to discuss potential projects: www.aralia.org.uk t 0044 1279 721 461 [email protected] Landscape & Urban Design 61