A Hint of Provence ABOVE An avenue of brick pillars frames the rectangular swimming pool. The slender bricks used in the construction of the pillars were especially commissioned by the developer for this project. OPPOSITE TOP A view from the gazebo across to the contemplative garden.
CLIENT BRIEF To design a French-style garden in terms of the hard landscaping, at the same time using predominantly indigenous plants.
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s this garden space is relatively small, its design relies on strong architectural features
for impact. The garden lies on a horizontal axis, parallel to the home. An avenue of brick columns, mounted with timber beams, frames the small rectangular swimming pool. Jan designed a tranquil, contemplative garden for his client to the left of the pool and, to the right, a raised
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