A BALCONY OVERLOOKING THE THAMES

 

 

Site Description: A long and narrow balcony overlooking the Thames.

 

 

The Brief: Simple design where the view of the river is maximised.

The Design Process: On a consultancy basis two sketches were proposed; one used rectangular planters around the balcony, these would be planted with small grasses to fully exploit the view of the river. While a second, which the client chose, used three planters on either side thus allowing maximum space to entertain friends, while taking full advantage of the view.

Major Hardlandscape materials: Granite and white cobbles.

Major Softlandscape materials: Trachycarpus fortunei, Agave americana and Agapanthus

The Final Result: A small tranquil space to enjoy alone or with friends.

 

 

 

completed projects

1. Container Garden
2. Thames Balcony
3. A Basement Flat Garden
4. A Formal Front Garden
5. A Minimalist Garden
6. A Show Garden
7. A Contemporary Roof Garden
8. A Courtyard Garden
9. A Bold and Romantic Garden
10. A Family Garden
11. A Garden in Three Levels
12. An Evening Garden
13. Informal Planting
14. Foster Garden
15. An Installation: Grizedale
16. A Public Space