GARDEN DESIGN
CLARKE TERRACE
MYTO D . E . V .
MYTO design d ’ espaces vivants is proud to announce a new landscape design , which won an award at the Grands Prix du Design 2020 in the Residential Patio and Landscaping category . Designer Martine Brisson and landscape architect Roxanne Miller worked for more than a year to create a green rooftop with custom planters atop a home in Westmount . The sprawling 1965 square foot space is dedicated to relaxation . It boasts a spectacular view and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape .
After renovating the house in 2016 , the owner of the luxury property wanted to make the most of the flat roof by turning it into a deck . He engaged MYTO design d ’ espaces vivants , whose specialties include green rooftops . The mandate was to create a space focused on wellness . It was to be suitable for entertaining and would showcase a breathtaking view of the city and surrounding areas .
True to their brand , the two women decided to create a contemporary , visually striking , and streamlined outdoor space bordered with colorful , somewhat unruly vegetation . The decking is made of ipe wood , a species known for its toughness , high density , and beautiful color . To ensure safe enjoyment of the view and vegetation , a transparent glass parapet encloses the entire perimeter .
One of the project ’ s challenges was to create elegant furnishings that would conceal ventilation equipment on the roof . Brisson and Miller designed a set of wood-clad
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