Utilising a Subtropical Plant Palette – Design Case Study
Michael Mansvelt designs a garden with a subtropical feel that relates to the architecture surrounding it.
Tag: "Garden design"
Apr 28, 2011 | 2 comments
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Influencing Design – Te Mata Peak Garden Case Study
Philip Smith from O2 Landscapes designs a Te Mata Peak garden using a distinctive range of plants, including species found nowhere other than on the Peak itself.
Apr 18, 2011 | 0 comments
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A Taste of Bali – Design Case Study
A little slice of paradise is created for a couple and their elegant Herne Bay villa. The owners of this Auckland property approached Sandra Batley from Flourish about transforming the small entrance garden to their villa. They were looking for ideas to create a dramatic subtropical garden that was lush and evoked a modern Balinese […]
Apr 04, 2011 | 0 comments
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A Complete Garden Remodel – Design Case Study
The complete remodeling of this stately Auckland home called for a garden design that reinforced the grandeur of the house. The original driveway/motor court and expanse of uninspiring lawn did not meet the owner’s expectations for their garden. Natural Habitats design and build team was brought on board to make the owner’s vision for a […]
Mar 02, 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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Designing with Plants – Sandra Batley
New Zealand Backyard & Garden Design Ideas Magazine Featured Article
May 27, 2010 | 0 comments
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Makeover Magic – Hot Little Seventh Heaven – Kirsten Sach
Creating a little Bali resort heaven from a blank canvas was more challenging than Kirsten Sach would have originally imagined, but it was well worth it. Featured alfresco magazine article.
Feb 11, 2010 | 0 comments
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