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Hackney gravel garden: Crafting a contemporary, low-maintenance uban retreat

Project overview

Our clients, a design-conscious couple living in Hackney, East London, approached Wild Butterfly Gardening with a vision for a contemporary and eco-friendly gravel garden that would serve as an elegant and low-maintenance outdoor space for relaxation and entertainment. They wanted a garden that reflected their modern sensibilities while also promoting sustainability and supporting local wildlife.

Location
Hackney, East London, United Kingdom
Garden size
Small
gravel garden design by wild butterfly gardening
gravel garden design by wild butterfly gardening
gravel garden design by wild butterfly gardening
gravel garden design by wild butterfly gardening
gravel garden design by wild butterfly gardening
gravel garden design by wild butterfly gardening
gravel garden design by wild butterfly gardening
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Design process and result

We began the design process with a thorough consultation with the clients to understand their preferences, needs, and aspirations for their Gravel Garden Hackney. Following a site survey to assess the existing conditions and unique features of the space, our team set to work on developing a custom garden plan that captured the essence of our clients' vision while maximizing functionality and aesthetic appeal.

Working closely with the clients throughout the design process, we refined and adjusted our plans to ensure their vision was fully realized in the final design.

Garden Features and Sustainable Elements

The final design of the Gravel Garden Hackney incorporated the following features, thoughtfully selected to create a stylish, modern, and eco-friendly outdoor space:

  • A carefully designed gravel surface, offering a visually striking, low-maintenance, and permeable solution for managing rainwater and reducing runoff
  • A mix of drought-tolerant and native plant species, chosen for their adaptability to the gravel environment, low-maintenance requirements, and support for local wildlife
  • A modern and comfortable seating area, nestled among the plants and featuring sleek, contemporary outdoor furniture for relaxation and entertainment
  • Artful arrangements of ornamental grasses, succulents, and perennials, providing year-round interest and textural contrast against the gravel backdrop
  • Sustainable garden practices, including the use of locally sourced materials, a rainwater harvesting system, and a composting area for recycling organic waste

Project Completion and Client Satisfaction

Upon completion of the project, our clients were thrilled with their Gravel Garden Hackney. The garden's modern aesthetic, low-maintenance design, and sustainable features perfectly complemented their lifestyle and design sensibilities. The space became an inviting retreat for relaxation, entertainment, and enjoying the beauty of the outdoors while supporting local ecology.

The Gravel Garden Hackney project demonstrates Wild Butterfly Gardening's commitment to crafting stylish, functional, and eco-friendly gardens that capture our clients' unique visions and enhance their outdoor living experience.

"Sarah transformed our garden. She made the whole process stress free and smooth. Communication was excellent throughout and we couldn't be happier with our new garden. Sarah took our brief and the final design is beyond our expectation. We couldn't recommend her highly enough!"