Artesian Designs

03/05/2024

This week we were back to complete the finishing touches to this contemporary Japanese garden.
At the rear side we left it open in order to allow the Japanese concept of 'borrowing' the landscape to become part of the garden.
To do this we created our iconic split railing fence. Added to this we picked out materials and plants in keeping with Japanese garden design principles.
We have stepping stones to cause the visitor to concentrate on the hear and now.
We included varieties of acers, a cherry tree, bamboo, azeleas, grasses, ferns, achilleas and heucheras.
We were so greatful for such a wonderful brief from our client, It was an absolute joy to create in this space.

17/04/2024

This is a split level modern family garden we created 2 years ago.
We have returned to this garden to do a spring tidy up and wanted to share some pictures of it in it's more mature state.
On the first level, the decking area to begin with was just a slither. We started by digging back by a meter into the bank and secured it with a sleeper retaining wall.
we also rebuilt the steps so that the incline and dimensions worked better. The alteration made the steps a more spacious distance from the rear door.
Next level up we graded the lawn space out leveling it flat and re planted the lawn.
We also included small boarders to the side, with alpine plants, grases and specimen trees.
Amoungts which, we have a cherry tree and an Acer which brings height into the garden.
The final layer, there was cracked concrete and a large dilapadated shed.
This was removed and a slate patio laid ready to build the arbour area.
Gabions were filled with cut slate and the rubble.
These acted as a retainer barrier to the surrounding gardens and as a ledge for seating.
Finally to the side, a bespoke small bike shelter was built which also house some tools in an awkward shaped side access.
All in all it's added much more useable space for a family that really love their garden and being outdoors.
So glad it's still being well loved and enjoyed two years on.
Thanks for having us do a garden makeover 🌱

20/10/2023

As it's transitioning into autumn & winter, trees very much become some of the stars of the garden.
The obvious splendor to notice is the heartwarming orange and red colours of leaves or perhaps the minty greens of spruce and pine..
but have you also noticed how very elegant and surprising a cherry can be!?
Just look at the bark on the trunk and stems of these trees..
infact many trees have gorgeous bark too and are well worth planting for that fact allone.
See if you can notice any trees around you which stand out this autumn winter 🍁

15/10/2023

For those of you who follow our page and are in the worcetershire area we just wanted to highlight a wonderful therapeutic garden spot in the city centre on the edge of the race course. Transition Worcester Community Garden
It has recently won an award for being such a brilliant charity and we agree.
To see gardening as a way to create community and meaningful connections both with nature and within friendships is what garden spaces do best.
Not to mention the satisfaction of doing something practical with the support of other gardeners and the peace that comes from sitting on a bench and smelling the flowers.
We highly recommend a visit if you are in the area.
https://www.facebook.com/Worcestercommunitygarden

Award winning community garden. Registered charity. Part of Transition Worcester.

13/10/2023

Happy weekend to one and all, I hope it encompasses you in warmth and rest.

Halnaker Tree Tunnel, West Sussex, England 😮
Photo By: Arron Strutt - Photographer

13/10/2023

It's turning autumn so we thought we would post a few pictures that round up some of the gardens we visited over the summer.. for research purposes of course 🤠😉

(Locations: the Welsh botanical gardens, chawton house & motisfont gardens)

17/07/2023

We don't often share videos of a work in progress,
but this project is pulling together so well we thought we would give you a taster before it is completed 🌿

24/06/2023

Some before and afters of a front and back garden we completed last year.
It has now filled out and is in full bloom.
The front garden is a cottage garden theme with a bike shed, wood storage and large drainage sump concealed under the raised border.
The rear garden is full sun and literally had heaps of concrete, so we worked with the conditions and created a mediterranean courtyard.
This includes an arbour, rasied borders, drainage and BBQ space.
It also included a porch and integration of drain cover.
Both gardens were created with many found and re-used materials from local sales to not only help with the budget but also to add to the character and quality of the build.
The planting has filled out beautifully and we are glad to say has provided several lovely spots to sit and enjoy smelling the roses.

24/06/2023

On father's Day, cheif designer Paul Graham and his daughter went to gardener's world live show having won free tickets.
Of course they came back with a stunning specimen Acer tree to put in a client's garden.
Here are some of thier highlights on the visit.
There were a few friendly nusery companies that they stopped to say hi with and were especially pleased to catch up with pershore nusery. Pershore College Garden Centre & Nursery who have supplied plants for garden designs on may an occasion.

04/09/2022

Working for a beautiful community project with a lovely inclusive church in Worcester.
We were privaliged to be able to create a small space to commemorate those cherished ones who were lost to the community during COVID.
As such we decided to donate a whole load of plants so that the garden could be bought to life and really bring the best therapeutic properties to the space!
Designed with a pool of water,
plants with qualities such as scent, touch and sound, as well as those to encourage wildlife along with the bird feeder. There is sure to be things that warm the heart and soul.
Whether during prayer or when pottering in the garden we hope it will permeate soothing kindness 🌿🌸

04/09/2022

How's this for a before and after!
This is a community garden built for a charity to provide a reflection space post COVID in memory of those loved and lost.
With a limited budget and a complex time schedule. We worked around the times
which thespace continued to be used by the community, yet we think it's turned out pretty well.
And more importantly we look forward to it blessings all those who seek a reflective spot to sit. 🌿

26/07/2022

If your out and about on your holidays then we highly recommend a visit to rosemoor gardens. It is one of our favourite places. It has so much in it, with ponds, rockery, formal beds, winter garden, kitchen garden. Full of inspiration 👀 🤠

Grab the camera and take a trip down to our Cool Garden to see the graceful elegance of our Buddleja davidii 'Darent Valley' 💚