The garden just 5 weeks from completion

A blank canvas before

The finished garden with newly laid wildflower turf

The garden just five weeks from completion

Interplay between meadow, lawn and timber during the first spring

The meadow begins to clothe the standing posts in spring

The standing posts dissolve into the summer meadow

Clean lines with wild flowers - A striking counterpoint

A bees' eye view

Shade, privacy and comfort with a garden view

And what a view

Early summer abundance

Evening sun on the pergola

Grass avenues surround the meadow blocks

Nature is brought to the door

Stylish Wilding of a New Home

Nestled in a new build development near Canterbury, Kent, stood a detached house awaiting its outdoor transformation. Tasked with crafting a contemporary yet informal garden for outdoor living, our mission was clear: blend stylish design with wildlife-friendly elements to create a vibrant outdoor sanctuary.

Garden elements:

The Challenge Ahead

Facing a blank canvas of grass, devoid of existing features, our challenge was to infuse the space with character and functionality while preserving its natural charm.

Garden Design Brief

With a returning client eager for a bold statement, our brief was to design a garden that seamlessly integrated structured elements with the untamed beauty of wildflower meadows.

Haywood Landscape’s Approach

Drawing from our client's vision and our design expertise, we conceived a layout featuring a patio, deck, pergola, pond, and timber elements arranged on a rectilinear grid. This design allowed for a smooth transition from structured spaces to sprawling wildflower meadows.

The Results

The completed garden became a harmonious blend of modern architecture and natural splendour. From the serene pond nestled among the blooms to the contemporary pergola providing shade and privacy, every element worked in tandem to create an inviting outdoor retreat for both humans and wildlife.

“In our brief to Andy, we requested a wildlife-friendly garden with a contemporary, shaded seating area and space for outdoor dining. It was a big ask – the garden as it was then was nothing but newly laid turf, bounded by stark wooden fence panels. The garden we are now lucky enough to have – thanks to the team at Haywood Landscapes - features an absolutely beautiful meadow, a pond, and a stunning custom-built wooden pergola. Andy’s initial design far surpassed our expectations and the finished garden continues to excite and delight us in each passing month. Andy clearly paid close attention to what we wanted and how we wanted to use the space. And his interpretation of our brief was inspired, with a large expanse of meadow taking centre-stage. Rob and Chai began transforming our garden in the very week the Beast from the East arrived. Their diligence, attention to detail, and hard work is second-to-none. It was all finished for us by the Spring and we have been enjoying it every day since then.”

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