Landscape & Urban Design Issue 64 2023 | Page 7

GARDEN DESIGN
temple . For maximum impact , elevate on a complementary plinth or pedestal .
2 . Water features : Create a relaxing sanctuary inside a garden temple by installing a self-contained water feature .
3 . Lighting : Add ambiance with thoughtfully-selected lanterns , candles and string lights .
4 . Seating : Choose the perfect dining table and chairs or opt for relaxed seating designs .
Haddonstone Temple and Temple Flooring
5 . Planting : Soften and enhance the temple by planting around its circumference , and by adding pots , planters and urns with a range of shrubs , bedding plants and even small trees . temple flooring can also be created with or without a step , offering versatility and choice .
6 . How much does a garden temple cost ? This all depends on the size , scale , features and the design . As a bespoke garden building , the price of producing and installing a one-ofa-kind garden temple design is on application .
Haddonstone offers four beautiful garden temple design options , ranging from small , simple and stylish garden temples starting at just over £ 7,000 and available with or without balustrading , to a larger Classical temple available at just over £ 13,000 . The fibreglass domes and flooring can be sold separately .
7 . Will a garden temple add value to a garden ? Just like adding a high-quality orangery to your home , a garden temple can add value to a garden . Whilst the cost of adding a garden temple isn ’ t cheap , it is a more affordable garden building and its practicality and long-term value of owning a garden temple will certainly outweigh the costs .
8 . How is a garden temple installed ? An experienced garden temple manufacturer will advise on
all considerations including installation . A network of professional specialist installers is available UK-wide . Haddonstone ’ s standard cast temples can be ordered with a lightweight glass fibre dome , available in a lead-effect finish . For ease of installation , these are supplied in sections for your installer to put together easily and without hassle .
9 . What are the top tips when considering adding a garden temple ? As a significant project , choosing the right garden temple design is paramount . The style , size and scope of the garden or landscape scheme needs to be considered . A thoughtfully , well-designed garden temple should create an elegant and practical focal point that harmonises with the landscape , rather than overpower it . The perfect garden temple design should also provide enough space for relaxing and entertaining , without encroaching too much and therefore decreasing the size of the surroundings . Different balustrading , steps , flooring and dome designs can all be combined to achieve the perfect ‘ look ’.
10 . How is personality added to a landscape or garden design ? 1 . Statues : Showcase a statement statue or bust inside the cast
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