Highgate Family Garden

A couple with two small children requested a modern garden that would work for the whole family but one that wouldn’t feel too child orientated. 

As a design conscious couple they wanted a space that would stand the test of time and grow with their family, something that would be graphic and contemporary.

A design working with interconnecting geometrical shapes was used for this layout, with level changes which add a dynamic dimension to this garden. 

The areas set out in the space created separate zones that can have a multitude of uses for the family; areas for the adults and children to come together or to use separately and they can be swapped around if desired making a play area into a dining area and visa versa. 

The spaces are separated by contemporary planting beds, which can be viewed and appreciated from all angles. The clipped box used in the garden compliments the strong graphic lines in the space which create the individual areas. 

This garden was a finalist in the SGD awards, was featured in Homes and Gardens plus was selected by Alan Titchmarsh as one of his favourite gardens in the UK!

Click here to see the Alan Titchmarsh ITV feature from Britains Best Back Gardens.

Society of Gardens Design 2013 Awards

“Lucy is one of our Future Designers and her design is a beautiful example of how to create a garden for a growing family.  It offers excitement and interest both for adults and young children and fully understands how children think and play without falling into the trap of designing a playground. It is a master class in design for a small family garden”.

Landscape Architect - Richard Sneesby - Judge for Society of Gardens Design Awards