The master plan created a series of interconnected yet distinct outdoor living areas adjacent to the house. Considering that main living areas of the house have an open view and generous access to the south facing garden, the emphasis was on maintaining a 'garden' view and linking to the borrowed landscape beyond. The direct view of the pool, which remains covered when not in use, is screened by raised beds planted with evergreen shrubs and grasses.
This layering effect also creates an intimate area for the hot tub, which opens up towards the covered pool bar and informal built-in seating area. A living pergola of parasol hornbeams leads the eye towards the breathtaking view beyond and offers much needed shade beside the pool in the summer.
A 'grown-up' lounge area is accessed from the formal lounge and has a view of the pond (click here).
Marlene was an absolute dream to work with. Her initial design totally blew us away and she was with us every step until completion. She is incredibly collaborative, thoughtful, creative, and totally focused on both tiny details and the bigger picture. I know we would not have achieved the garden we love without her positive professionalism.
