A Sense of Place

Our clients, Mid Century Design affocianados, had fought hard to secure a rare modern house with a large garden in South London. The challenge was to transition from the modern house into a rear garden that would invite wildlife and boost biodiversity, another passion of the owners. The garden wasn’t levelled but we decided that we would work and embrace its natural wavy contours while terracing it more formally near the house.

The materials near the house are very much dictated by the materials used inside the house or on its facade. We managed to source clay pavers that were identical to the ones used for the original inside flooring, creating a seamless link. A pond was created near the house to reflect the sky and sunsets as well as encourage wildlife. Soon after completion, amphibians, dragonflies, and various pollinators moved in. The garden has become a haven for birds, 5 different types of bees, and is bursting with life throughout the year.