Garden Problems... And This Is How They Solved! Part 3

Here are some problems that usually happen on garden's construction... and this is how they solved:

14. A line of 6m/20ft conifers at the end of the garden growing in the adjoining garden
A bold structure that mimicked a gateway was created, along with a pergola. Both were painted white to draw the eye away from the conifers.

White gate at the end of the garden

15. The owner wanted to be able to look out on the garden from the top window of the house and see precise geometric patterns
Using a wide range of hard surface materials plus grass.
16. The short length of the garden
An impression of length was achieved by narrowing lines as they reached the boundary.

Beautiful shoe horse shape garden

17. Old basic concrete paving slabs were to be retained
Brick edging and the instruction of other materials leads the paving slabs to become part of a wider scheme of defined shapes.
18. Ugly views of concrete garages at the end of the garden
Raised beds and tall planting hide the views. Climbers act as a decorative screen.

Mediterranean garage and shed

19. The garden's long and narrow shape
Each separate section provided a hint of what lay beyond - a trip down the garden was a journey of discovery.

Beautiful narrow garden

20. A new conservatory and a terrace with paving need to be considered in the choice of materials
The geometric paving prevented curves being used and so the designer used straight lines for paths and created a triangular pond, which were more in keeping with the overall design.