The Soothing Oasis

Restful, comfortable and characterful space

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Abundant & soul-soothing planting

This London garden draws direct reference to the local Huguenot history. The surrounding brick walls are infused with character informing the monochrome material palette. The Herringbone paving and furniture design echo the interior wooden floors.

This is a restful garden with comfortable circular seating allowing our clients to enjoy the fire’s glow well into the evening. The water bowl’s bubbling surface sits amongst an abundance of planting to soothe the soul.

A fully fitted outdoor kitchen enables the perfect space for dining and multiple seating nooks to enjoy the London skyline.

Location

London E3

YEAR

2020

Collaborators

Landscapers Belderbos Landscapes
Clay pavers Arbour Landscape Services
Pots Adezz
Plants and trees Creeper’s Nursery
Furniture John Lewis
Pizza Oven Morso
Paving London Stone

SERVICES

Full design consultation including mood board, 3D visualisations, CAD construction drawings, specification, planting plan, lighting plan, liaising with landscapers, build monitoring, setting out plants on site and furniture sourcing.

fire

There is something mesmerising about a flickering flame, it’s a primal attraction. The Morso barbeque positioned next to the seating area not only roasts but when the cooking is done, it becomes a beautiful sculptural focal point to gather around. The cooking embers can be harnessed to create a cosy fireplace; the vertical chimney extracts smoke away from the seating zone allowing the flickering flame to be enjoyed.

water

The inclusion of water in this urban garden gently distracts from neighbouring gardens and city sounds. We have positioned a cluster of pots framing the seating and nestled within the planting a singular water bowl that ripples softly, giving a sense of tranquil intimacy. The simplest of water features can transform a garden.