Our clients had recently completed a large open-plan kitchen renovation, complete with bi-fold doors opening directly into the garden. They wanted a design that would seamlessly connect their indoor and outdoor living spaces.
Eager to maximize their outdoor area for cooking and dining, they envisioned a garden that extended the kitchen, with a built-in BBQ unit as a central feature. However, there were many other elements they wished to incorporate. The plot’s irregular shape was a challenge, so we used rendered raised beds to define and square off the main entertaining area. As avid gardeners, they also wanted space for growing and propagating plants, along with separate zones for sitting and play areas for their children.
To tie the spaces together, we extended the indoor design outdoors by using the same large-profile porcelain tiles for the garden floor. Composite screening panels were added to separate the utility area, while a pergola with a ‘living wall’ created a cosy sitting nook. Finally, a large feature tree added a striking focal point, completing the design.