Julia Levitt, Sticks & Stones Landscape Design - Best in Category & Gold Award

Residential Garden  51m2-150m2 - Design Brief:

The aim for this inner-west Sydney garden was to create a space that the family could enjoy from inside and out. The brief called for an entertaining area, one that would accommodate up to 10 people comfortably, an active space for children, something of interest other than turf, screening for privacy and an area for relaxation. The challenge was the limited size of the yard and the significant level change due to previous excavation works.

The existing Brachychiton had to be retained so it was made a feature through the use of up lighting and under planting. The use of different materials added interest and detail to the design. Recycled brick, blackbutt timber and limestone reflected a sympathetic feel to the terrace's industrial surrounds. In contrast bold, tropical foliage was selected. The lush planting gave the space an urban resort feel, while remaining subtle.