GARDEN DESIGN
Haddonstone ’ s Large Basket of Fruits , Hadrian Seats , and Acanthus- Leaf Balls with Collared Bases .
Stuart reflects on why he incorporated these elements into the project : “ When I first visited the site , it was clear that we had an incredible opportunity to bring something entirely unique to the area , and thankfully my client was happy for me to draw on my own English influences . My vision was to combine the beauty of the English countryside whilst respecting the Japanese location . I do believe that we have done just that and the designs we selected from Haddonstone played a large part in helping us achieve this balance . Their craftsmanship is unparalleled , and it ’ s the little touches - the texture , the detail , the colours - that have really helped transform the space into something quite special .”
The influence of English garden design doesn ’ t stop there . The garden ’ s soft landscaping is inextricably shaped by the symmetrical parterres that can so often be found in the formal gardens of Stuart ’ s homeland . Buxus Sempervirens hedging circumnavigates two enclosed beds which in turn display simple plantings of euphorbia , as well as shrub , floribunda and English climbing roses in blush pink , sherbet and ivory . A pair of Cupressus sempervirens stand proudly in front of a flight of stone steps , while rambling roses can be found scrambling across the garden ’ s redbrick walls . But look closely and there are still plenty of Japanese garden design principles to be found . There ’ s a strong sense of balance in the design , as well as the ancient Asian garden design technique shakkei or “ borrowed scenery ”, where a distant view , in this case , the surrounding hedges and trees , is incorporated into the garden composition . The design also adheres to the principle of naturalism ,
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