Landscape & Urban Design Issue 35 2019 | Page 66

LUXURY LANDSCAPING AT QUEBEC QUARTER An abundance of outdoor space was Primarily using native trees and From the modern, urban layout near integral to the design of L&Q’s Quebec ground covers, including mature Quebec Way to the much wilder- Quarter, a collection of 70 private maples and oaks which are important feeling border of the Russia Dock rental apartments in Canada Water, for attracting wildlife*, and the Woodlands, the communal gardens with both architects and landscapers wild garlic found in abundance in offer something for everyone.” taking their inspiration from the the woods, Outerspace will also add Russia Dock Woodlands that runs splashes of colour with plants that will alongside the site. flower year round. sustainable drainage techniques Carefully planning the communal Richard Broome, Creative Director at with a sophisticated layout, and the gardens that will sit between the Outerspace, comments; “The gardens geometry gently breaking down in stepped blocks of homes to bridge the have been carefully designed for formality as it drifts into the woodland gap between the woods and Quebec tenants to enjoy as much outdoor belt. A pathway will also lead from Way, landscape design consultants space as possible, and we felt it was the development directly into the Outerspace will create unique spaces important for the landscaping to woodlands, providing easy access for that will graduate from wild forest to reflect the development’s variety of residents. urban garden. surroundings. 66 Landscape & Urban Design Issue 35 2019 The gardens are designed to use in a creative way, forming spaces