This modern self-build replaced a bungalow on the edge of the village. Enjoying wonderful views towards the hills and neighbouring fields, the owners wanted to retain the proximity of the countryside and the views from the house and garden.

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The angular appearance of the house lent itself to a geometric garden plan. The clients required an in-out driveway and concentric circles became the starting point for the front garden design. ​​

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A sloping back garden has enabled some changes of level with retaining walls and comfortable steps creating more usable spaces. Various drainage methods cope with rain water and moisture travelling down the hill toward the house. Paths and patios link house, outbuilding, dining terrace and kitchen garden for ease of travel from one area to another for an elderly relative.

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Porcelain and tumbled limestone pavers blend tonally but give textured interest. The front garden has steel edged beds surrounded by porous resin-bound gravel with the tumbled pavers accentuating the strong ground plan.

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New trees give height to the scheme and the planting has been designed with ease of maintenance in mind so flower beds are not broad but the mixed planting gives height, movement and colour year round.

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A sunken fire pit at the far end is surrounded by a bank to protect from strong prevailing winds.  Subtly echoing the shapes of the hills it overlooks it will be further softened by long grass, bulbs and flowers to blend with the fields beyond.

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