Landscape & Urban Design Issue 40 2019 | Page 15

GARDEN DESIGN venue for a summer picnic, whilst further lawns extend to create wilder areas for chickens, fruit trees and climbing frames. An additional straight path extends from the edge of the circular lawn, like the hand of a clock, to reach the west facing firepit area, a great destination for a sundowner at the end of the day. The generously proportioned porcelain terrace adjacent to the house accommodates a large dining area, BBQ and outdoor living area with plenty of circulation space all around. The surface is smooth and joints minimal for easy wheelchair movement. A flush threshold detail was created between the interior wooden floor and the terrace Follow us @ludmagazine outside. This was achieved by using Millboard composite decking to create a ‘bridge’ between door threshold and the porcelain terrace beyond. The planting palette is bold and punchy with cool blues and purples contrasting with warm bronze and orange tones. Strong architectural planting is softened with evergreen ferns and grasses along with flowering shrubs and spring bulbs for an early hit of colour. www.outerspacegardens.co.uk 01275 870 701 www.landud.co.uk 15