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ED GardensOutdoor Kitchen & Lounge Area
To the left of the patio doors is a cube fibreglass planter and bespoke storage shed clad with London Stone DesignBoard deck boards. To the right of this area is a powder coated aluminium water table beside a second cube fibreglass planter, placed to create a focal point from the house interior.
The middle section of the roof garden features a vented powder coated aluminium pergola to provide shelter and shade in all weather. Two fibreglass planters installed down the left-hand side add colour and foliage. A large, low, bench/day bed constructed from DesignBoard decking at the far end of the pergola offers opportunity for seating and sunbathing, with space underneath to store a wooden sandpit on wheels.
There is ample space towards the rear of the terrace for the client to add an L-shaped sofa at a later date. Tall fibreglass planters installed along the parapet on the rear boundary add further colour to the space.
Family & Play Area
The rear section of the garden has been extended by reclaiming land beyond the existing fence. This newly incorporated area will become a dedicated family zone, complete with a swing, trampoline, and plenty of space for additional play equipment.
This thoughtful layout ensures the garden remains beautiful yet functional, appealing to both adults and children – a hallmark of ED Gardens’ approach to family garden design.
Planting Scheme & Finishing Touches
Throughout the garden, a combination of rendered concrete and fibreglass planters in elegant blue tones adds visual interest. These are finished with tile detailing that reflects the colours found in the client’s kitchen – subtle blues, oranges, and neutrals for a unified aesthetic.
The planting scheme features a refreshing blend of purples, whites, and lime greens, with accents of yellow for contrast. Closer to the house, evergreen plants provide structure and year-round appeal, while herbaceous perennials towards the rear add texture and movement.
A bespoke water feature runs through the garden, bringing a sense of calm and continuity that ties each area together beautifully.
Before & After
Before the redesign, the garden felt disjointed and underutilised – particularly the unused section beyond the fence. With ED Gardens’ expertise and bespoke design sketches, the space has been transformed into a contemporary family garden that blends style, comfort, and functionality.
The before and after images illustrate this transformation, showcasing how thoughtful design can completely redefine an outdoor space.
Manias Associates Building DesignersBack veranda of Caulfield North Victorian renovation project - this west facing veranda provides an eating area close to the BBQ. Water tanks are located in the left hand side courtyard area.
Steven Oates ConstructionDeck pavilions separated by landscaped garden beds Pergola features large section 200 x 200mm white cypress timber with joint section shadow lines and concealed metal joint plates
D-Plantes.fr Paysagiste d'intérieurCette grande terrasse au dernier étage d'un immeuble Parisien à deux pas du parc des buttes-Chaumont possède une vue superbe sur les plus beaux monuments de la capitale.
La problématique du client était d'atténuer le vis à vis et de dissimuler en partie la vue sur les sorties d'aération du bâtiment.
Des palmiers et poteries en terre cuite apportent une touche exotique à cette réalisation urbaine.
Visitez notre site www.d-plantes.fr pour plus de photos et d'informations sur notre société.
UserIt's very important to design your external space with the view from inside in mind. You will probably spend 80 per cent of your time inside looking at the garden and about 20 per cent of your time actually in the garden. This photo shows what the courtyard looks like from inside the home - from the sun room.
Stone details:
Interior black slate paving.
Exterior Bluestone paving. Retaining wall is made from rough hewn bluestone and provides good texture and age to the courtyard.
Wood details are: yellow box planter, yellow box deck, yellow box storage bench, teak outdoor furniture, french oak wine barrel.
Plant details: Hedge is 'Michelia figo' bordered with a smaller (20cm) 'Buxus sempervirens' hedge. A japanese maple provides subtle warm reddish tones to the courtyard and mixed plantings behind the storage seat provide interest without losing the peacefulness and order provided by the more formal hedging.
EntanglementsLaser cut wall art and steel decking edging, laser cut roofing sections and framing by Entanglements metal art
E J Studio LtdLarge white oiled oak frame patio doors lead into the garden and are set into yellow brick.
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