North Hill Garden Design

Nestled amidst the Scottish Highlands, a vibrant garden unfolds in the charming town of Comrie. Designed for a painter with a discerning eye, the space echoes the client's love for bold hues and principles of Scandinavian hygge - savouring life's simple pleasures in a cosy, content atmosphere shared with loved ones.

The client envisioned their expansive garden, divided into a charming courtyard and a sprawling park, as a haven for family leisure and relaxation. Key desires included seamlessly integrating the driveway and commuting areas into the leisure and family zones, creating a spacious alfresco dining area, and incorporating a delightful cottage-style planting scheme. They also sought to highlight the existing stonework treasures – a weathered wall and a timeless well – while incorporating a secure, modern stairway to the upper terrace. Their vision extended beyond the courtyard, encompassing a masterplan for the park, which included a dedicated BBQ shelter, a generous leisure lawn, and the revitalisation of the park itself, potentially featuring an eye-catching element at its furthest end.

This owner of this contemporary new build in Newlands asked for a garden which suited their design led tastes. In particular, the client loved New York’s High Line – a redundant train line which was turned into a world-famous public space. The strong linear elements seen so strongly in the high line were translated into the new garden through the use of a bench, lounger seat and decking path.

Settled in the Scottish woodlands, this cabin's garden was transformed into a tranquil sanctuary. Japanese influences were softly integrated in a contemporary and subtle way. Functionality was a must, so distinct levels were created in this sloped terrain. Edged with cor-ten steel bringing durability and over time providing a naturally weathered look. The elevation changes and separation of spaces, use organic lines to create a natural flow and sense of movement.

Natural clay pavers weave an almost random path through the space, connecting the main patio built against the old stone wall to raised platforms of Siberian larch decking. These platforms seem to float amidst a sea of swaying ornamental grasses and wildflowers, creating a relaxed meadow-like effect, becoming a natural extension of the green pastures surrounding the plot. Sustainability is key here

The beautifully landscaped garden features a lower patio that seamlessly extends from the open plan kitchen, creating a perfect outdoor dining area. Adding to the charm of the garden, there is an additional raised, square patio that is perfect for more laid-back gatherings. Built with decorative brick pavers in a herringbone pattern, this patio is a true centrepiece of the garden.

The front garden of this ground-floor tenement flat is a charming oasis amidst bustling Glaswegian streets. The focal point of the garden is the beautiful mosaic pavement that leads from the custom-made gate to the main door of the flat. The intricate design of the pavement is a nod to the Victorian style of the area, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to the garden.

This small yet intricately crafted multi-level garden boasts a unique diagonal module layout that creates a stunning visual effect. Each segment is constructed from premium hardwood - Balau, providing the garden with the durability and stability it needs. To connect each level, cor-ten steel gratings were added to form steps, providing a modern edge to the garden's aesthetic.