Natural Beauty – Landscape Design Case Study
A picturesque natural pool is the perfect accompaniment to a native bush setting north of Nelson.
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May 18, 2011 | 0 comments
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Sitting Lakeside – case study of a beautiful lakeside garden
The contemporary home and the garden were used in the movie ‘Under the Mountain’,starring New Zealand’s own Sam Neill.
When Graeme and Geraldine Markwick first moved into their new home, the garden was overgrown with weeds, particularly leading down to the water, with some almost five-feet tall. They set to work clearing away the weeds in an area they [...]
Jan 28, 2011 | 0 comments
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Changing Spaces – Design Case Study
A dated 1980s’ garden received a comprehensive makeover to create a subtropical Bali-inspired outlook.
Words Soraya Nicholas Photography Thomas Law.
When the owners of this Auckland property approached landscape designer Mark Read from Natural Habitats about transforming their garden, they were busy planning renovations to their home. The house was being altered to include large sliding glass doors facing out to the courtyard, and they wanted to create a connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
Dec 14, 2010 | 0 comments
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Quarter Acre Paradise – Design Case Study
Featured Article Homestyle Magazine - Soraya Nicholas
An Auckland garden receives a major overhaul during a home renovation.
Oct 27, 2010 | 0 comments
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The Secret Garden – Design Case Study
by Lucinda Diack Editor Homestyle Magazine
Renovating an outdoor area in Wellington sees this structured garden become a private extension of a home.
For homeowners Chris and Sarah their newly purchased Wellington villa was the house they had been searching for, except for the small matter of the garden. With no off-street parking available, and originally from [...]
Oct 26, 2010 | 0 comments
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