GARDEN DESIGN
In the corner of the terrace , Georgia created a ‘ living room ’ with bench seating and planters bursting with flowers . In keeping with the brief and to keep the space multifunctional , Georgia decided not to build the benches into the planters , instead , they are made from a lightweight concrete-effect resin that can be easily moved around as needed .
To make the most of the space , Georgia designed the seating areas to catch the sun at different times of the day and be usable during the different seasons . The second seating arrangement is perfect for a mid-morning coffee and is surrounded by cottage planting , including gaura ( Gaura lindheimeri ), coneflower ( Echinacea ‘ Sensation Pink ’) and lily of the Nile ( Agapanthus sp .). There is also cranesbill ( Geranium ‘ Rozanne ’) here and throughout the space . These are the purple flowers tumbling over the fronts of the pots .
To the side of the terrace , Georgia created a space for the grandchildren to play , which also doubles as a secondary area for drinks close to the dining table . “ The stools are beautifully made . They will silver back over time and get that lovely driftwood feel too ,” Georgia says .
The kitchen , which is well-equipped , contains a sink , fridge , grill and lots of storage space . The worktop is granite , which is a robust option for outdoor use . “ Granite is recommended for exterior use ,” Georgia says . “ There aren ’ t many materials not at risk of cracking with frost and temperature changes . Cast concrete is another good option .”
Between the kitchen and seating area is the dumbwaiter , which connects with the kitchen on the floor below . Georgia installed a planter around it which helps it to blend in with the rest of the planting , and filled it with herbs that are within easy reach of the kitchen .
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