OUTDOOR LIVING
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in one C R E AT I N G A B E A U T I F U L G A R D E N C A N TA K E A L O T O F W O R K A N D T I M E . I F Y O U D O N ’ T H AV E T H E T I M E O R T H E G R E E N FINGERS, GOOM LANDSCAPES SHARE A FEW TIPS TO KEEP I N M I N D W H E N C R E AT I N G Y O U R P I E C E O F PA R A D I S E .
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he first question to ask yourself when looking to create your outdoor sanctuary is what do you want? You might just be after a quick do-over and a cut-back. Alternatively, you might want to completely redesign your space or to create a space that will not only look fabulous but also add value to your home. Goom Landscapes differs from many landscape architecture firms because of its unique ‘Design, Manage, Construct’ approach. The synergy between its designers and construction team means they can guide you through your project, no matter what the size. Secondly, what are your musthaves? Are you looking for a pool, outdoor kitchen and stunning landscaping surrounding it? Or just a
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low maintenance patio and room for a barbecue? The Goom Group is comprised of Goom Landscapes, The Little Big Tree Company and Compass Pools Christchurch. The team of designers can create designs and plans that are practical and can be built because they understand the entire process. Goom undertakes projects from inception to completion, and because they are all located on one site at Sawyers Arms Road, communication is seamless. “It always seems very inefficient having to go back and forth between designer and builder, tweaking the design or build approach to make the plan achievable,” says Anthony Washington, Managing Director of Goom Landscapes. Anthony and Tim Goom are proud of
