Peckham, Georgian villa garden
Location: Peckham, Georgian Villa. Typical London urban garden.
Client Brief: Create an entertaining and relaxation space with sustainability and ecology at its heart.
Site: 12mx25m (300sqm) rear garden. Overgrown with lawn and shrubs. Changes in height across the garden.
Design Concept: The garden design celebrates the concept of "Unity in Diversity," seamlessly blending the Gothic revival home with a variety of functional and ecological spaces. The design harmonizes the house and garden through the use of quality materials and bespoke craftsmanship, creating a unified, calming, and intimate environment.
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Immersive Courtyard
Accessible from the new extension, this secluded courtyard offers a peaceful retreat with lush planting and a bespoke floating seat and table, making it an ideal spot for relaxation.
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Discovery Area
At the rear of the garden, a woodland-inspired space features a multi-purpose garden studio clad in charred larch, providing both storage and a secluded retreat. Log piles and gabion seating create habitats for wildlife, enhancing the garden's ecological value.
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Ecological Focus
The design incorporates compost bins, bug and bee hotels, bird boxes, and rainwater harvesting, contributing to the garden's rich biodiversity. The central feature is a sunken Heath grey Yorkstone terrace, perfect for dining and entertaining, surrounded by pollinator-friendly borders that offer year-round interest.
