Landscape & Urban Design Issue 59 2023 | Page 13

What was the original customer brief ? The client had a vision of creating a luxurious , high-end , hotel-like outdoor space where they would be able to host friends ‘ in the garden ’ all-year round . It would be a place to enjoy great food , drinks and music whilst also being a place of serenity for relaxing and unwinding . The space would need to function as an outdoor / indoor room so as to create the feeling of being outside while at the same time , being protected from the elements .
How was the outcome achieved ? The client asked for a result that exudes opulence whilst creating a wonderful alfresco home , so to achieve this ‘ luxury , high-end ’ feel that this project required , it would be essential to use the best quality materials and equipment .
The right products for this project not only needed to be high quality but also have form and function , which is why the Deluxe Outdoor Living Pod TM from Caribbean Blinds was the obvious choice .
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The dealer had every confidence that this product would enable them to achieve the desired results and the verdict was , they most certainly made the correct decision .
Why the Deluxe Outdoor Living Pod TM ? This award-winning product is the most bespoke louvered roof pergola option from the Caribbean Blinds range and subsequently perfect for this project , where many bespoke elements were required . Integrated walls between the posts form the back of the outdoor kitchen , complete with extractor fan and outdoor seating area with windproof screens shielding the open sides without blocking the view when the weather is inclement .
Added to this , ambient lighting sets the mood while infra-red heaters keep the chill away when the cold sets in . This structure really is the most flexible and adaptable within the range . Not forgetting its key feature of large 21cm wide roof louvers that rotate through 150 degrees , allowing the user to play with light and shade and when closed , are completely water , wind and even snow tight .
How has the client ’ s overall space transformed as a result ? The results are stunning and exactly what the client had envisaged and more . A beautiful space was created that can be used all year round , from cold and crisp winters to baking hot summers , and the client now has a dream garden area to relax in and entertain friends while being protected from the elements .
By opting for two of the Deluxe Outdoor Living Pods , the client has opened up a whole new garden space where they can now create great memories .
The project commenced in August 2022 and took four weeks to complete .
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