3D visualisations showing the integration of an architecturally-designed glasshouse into a modernistic residential design in rural Tasmania (Image: Ludovic Vilbert, Inwardout Studio)
By Gabrielle Stannus
How to incorporate a greenhouse into a building design? This is the unusual request my partner received from a client who requested a glasshouse to be integrated into their new home in rural Tasmania. The structure was to be their home’s focal point and entertaining hub, linking two building wings whilst also providing a space to overwinter lemon trees.… Continue reading
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A short 20-minute visit to a green space can significantly reduce stress levels, particularly in inner-city business districts (Image: Karen Smith)
By Michael Casey
As another year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the past twelve months and the unrelenting pressures of urban life which I’m sure we all have experienced. The toll on mental health is undeniable, yet a simple remedy lies in green spaces.… Continue reading
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A new sandstone water feature and pool lounge area is flanked by a large eucalyptus tree, white agapanthus and clipped hedging
By Lynne Testoni for The Landscape Association
This beautifully maintained and classically planted garden is an elegant accompaniment to the traditional home it surrounds
One of the challenges when creating a traditional garden is how to plant and maintain it so it looks established and in keeping with the existing architecture and plantings.… Continue reading
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