Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 62 - 2023 i Landscape & Urban Design

Introducing “Heavenly Yours” – a collection that celebrates the profound connection between humans and nature along with the beauty of outdoor furniture design. ‘Heavenly yours’ is an outdoor concept to remind you that living outside is a worthy experience. Having dinner or a casual drink under the open sky, relaxing next to the pool, reading a book seated in a comfy lounge area, this is living. Living that can be done best with designs so simple yet elevated, that they bring calm, contentment and gratitude. Seasonal living is slow living: one where you feel embraced by nature just like the natural teak wood or rattan pieces featured in our collection. “Heavenly Yours” presents an array of stunning dining chairs, dynamic lounge areas, statement sun loungers, garden benches, and armchairs –…

Garden rooms are proven to add value to your home while giving you the extra space or change that homeowners crave when looking to move. Instead of considering the upheaval and costs, improving your home with a garden room could be the cost-effective alternative that satisfies the itch. There’s a reason why garden rooms and offices have been the number one most popular home feature. Rightmove property expert Tim Bannister says, “Features like an outdoor office space have soared as working patterns have changed.” Prospective buyers are looking at alternative spaces like garden rooms hence their increasing popularity in UK homes. With skyrocketing house prices, sellers are rushing to the market to cash in on their homes. However, with people desperate to sell, the housing market has become saturated, brimming…

Ecodek, the leading UK-based manufacturer of sustainable Wood Polymer Composite (WPC) decking, is expanding its deck board range with the unveiling of Ecodek Evolution. Ecodek Evolution is a capped decking that utilises brand new EcoTechTM technology. This outer layer covers the board to provide a highly textured finish that imitates the grain of real wood, whilst also offering enhanced protection against spills, stains and fading. Underneath, Ecodek Evolution has a solid construction making it extremely strong, durable, and hard wearing - backed by a 25-year manufacturer’s warranty. The new range comes in five stylish colours, from traditional light and dark brown to the more contemporary black, light grey and dark grey. There are two standard lengths, 3.6m and 4.8m, and custom lengths of between 1.5m and 6m can be manufactured…

LANDSCAPE is established as the essential, industry-leading event for discerning garden, landscape designers and contractors that are involved in some of the most prestigious and valuable projects in the UK and beyond. This year, the show welcomes hundreds of companies that will be exhibiting new products and solutions that will most definitely up your business game! With more new exhibitors than ever before, designers know that they can source exciting products that are brand new to the market and also network with other top designers to discuss and discover the latest ideas in the industry. Alongside the exhibition, LANDSCAPE provides other fantastic features that will keep you busy across the two-day event. The show has secured over 100 incredible speakers that are keen to share their knowledge and expertise. These…

RHS Garden Wisley has chosen Otterbine to provide its flagship garden with sustainable irrigation. Otterbine’s 25HP Polaris Giant Fountain was installed at RHS Garden Wisley in Woking as part of the Royal Horticultural Society’s project to create a new rainwater capture lake, providing great quality irrigation to one of the largest plant collections in the world. In today’s climate, water can be a scarcity and harvesting rainwater supports the conservation of this vital resource. The water has to be good enough quality to use though which is where Otterbine’s 25HP Giant Polaris fountain steps in. Matthew Pottage, curator of RHS Garden Wisley, explains: “The Giant fountain is installed in our new lake which is connected to our garden irrigation system. The lake collects winter rainwater for summer irrigation and the…

More than a decade since he first started using Aspen Alkylate fuel in his tree surgery business, The Arborist Ltd, Owner Tony Gascoyne says he’s never looked back. Having originally switched for the health & safety benefits for him and his team of operatives, he notes the reduction in mechanical failures and simplicity of bulk delivery and invoicing has brought a new efficiency and convenience to his operation. Tony founded the Mansfield-based business 23 years ago after a period spent working in Stockholm, with the majority of his day-to-day workload made up of domestic tree and hedge maintenance. “Everyone in this industry knows the unpleasantries of working with 2-stroke fuel - the haze, the smell and the overarching health concerns of breathing in those hazardous emissions everyday” he explains. “Despite…

Jupiter Play & Leisure are delighted to have partnered with renowned holiday destination Butlin’s to design and build SKYPARK, the UK’s most exciting playground! Designed to spark young imaginations and encourage open exploration, this playful world of colour and light is all about inclusivity and interactivity. There are thrills and surprises at every turn, with six different zones celebrating positive play emotions. Bespoke Play Features Children enter Butlins SKYPARK through a bespoke Heart shaped entrance feature to discover six zones that celebrate positive play emotions: Joy, Calm, Excitement, Happiness, Surprise, Curiosity. At the heart of the playground is the Red Tower of Excitement, standing an incredible 14m tall providing a panoramic sea-view and a thrilling illuminated 10-meter slide activated by sensors. Our play area will take children on a journey…

• Area: 70000 m² • Photographs: Hiroyuki Oki, Trieu Chien • Contractors: Nam Group The land area has no view of the seaside. From that disadvantage of Wyndham Garden Phu Quoc, we decided to design garden villas with large courtyards inside Vietnamese traditional houses. While designing the master plan, we planned the villas close to each other as the traditional villages in Vietnam. With images of bamboo pathways, the traffic roads inside the project have been designed in small sizes and winding shapes as countryside alleys in Vietnam to help people feel acquainted. Each group of 5 or 7 villas creates a small hamlet with separated paths and a shared yard. Meanwhile, each villa still retains a private, quiet, and romantic space with unique architecture. We remain the privacy of…

Luxury external shading manufacturer Caribbean Blinds saw the demand for its range of high-quality awnings, external blinds and pergolas rise by 161% during the pandemic as commercial establishments reconsidered the use and functionality of their outdoor spaces. For many, this is still a priority today. In June 2022, Caribbean Blinds installed 8 of its original louvered roof pergola canopies – the Outdoor Living Pod™ – at a collaborative members’ club in Covent Garden, London. The client Having installed the Outdoor Living Pod™ at their Mayfair location in 2018, The Conduit wanted to replicate this design at their new club – on a much larger scale. The flexible shade and shelter provided by the Pod would result in the use of the terrace all year round. The brief The client wished…

In today’s fast-paced world, where the importance of sustainability and environmental consciousness is paramount, landscape design and management play a crucial role in creating spaces that harmonise with nature. At Luxury Decking, we believe in combining the beauty of modern design with eco-friendly materials to enhance the urban environment. Our eco-friendly composite decking boards are at the forefront of the decking industry. Made from 90% recycled materials, they significantly reduce the demand for new timber, helping to preserve our natural resources. What’s more, when the time comes for their replacement, these boards can be recycled once again, minimising their environmental impact. By choosing Luxury Decking, specifiers can make a positive difference and contribute to a greener future. Quality and durability are our cornerstones. We are so confident in the longevity…

No matter whether you’re looking after a large lake or a small urban water feature, the last thing you want is algae. With OASE you can plan ahead to prevent algae outbreaks and also manage it should the worst happen. The first step in algae prevention is stopping phosphates from entering the water. When water runs into larger ponds and lakes it brings with it dissolved phosphates from the soil as well as fertilisers and agricultural treatments. If possible, construct a physical barrier to prevent this from entering the water. Self-contained features don’t suffer from this runoff, but the water that is used in them can still contain phosphates and should be treated accordingly. If phosphates can’t be prevented from entering the water, removing them quickly and effectively is key.…

As the UK’s leading gardening charity, the Royal Horticultural Society (the RHS) promotes excellence in horticulture, to “enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place,” a sentiment echoed by the team at BioScapes. Since it was established in 2021, BioScapes, part of the Rolawn® group, has been driven by a desire to help reverse the issue of biodiversity loss, with its innovative range of specialist wildlife planters. Having deliberately designed the collection of self-contained units to contain multiple integrated habitats, BioScapes products support a wide range of UK flora and fauna, including much-loved species on the decline in the UK, such as hedgehogs, butterflies and bees. In an exciting new development for the BioScapes team, two units have recently been installed at RHS…

Visitor registration for GroundsFest 2023 is now officially open at  groundsfest.com Taking place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire on 20 and 21 September, GroundsFest is set to be the annual FREE must-attend event for grounds staff, greenkeepers, landscapers, local authorities, estate managers and contractors. The two-day event will feature hundreds of brands including some of the biggest names in groundscare. From apprentice to management, GroundsFest will offer visitors a unique opportunity to experience the very latest industry trends and innovations, see a wide range of products in action, enhance their education, and participate in handson, Lantra approved training sessions. Attendees can expect features such as: Outdoor demonstrations – visitors will get to see machinery in action on large outdoor areas. Indoor zones – a variety of exhibitor stands, catering outlets and…

Playspaces are excited to announce the launch of their exciting New Robinia Forest Range! Manufactured in Kent, they are employing the extremely strong and durable Robinia wood in their new Forest Play Area designs. Asawell-known rot resistant hard wood, Robinia is perfect for outdoor playground equipment and tough enough to withstand anything the British weather throws at it. It is great to work with as it does not require impregnation and can be anchored directly in the ground. This highly sustainable wood’s unique irregular look with its natural curvature blends into the surroundings beautifully, creating original and fun spaces for children to play in nature. Playspaces design, manufacture, supply and install bespoke outdoor playground equipment, providing individual play equipment pieces or complete turnkey playground builds. Their extensive range of timber…

Civic Trees was founded in 1963, Civic Trees has become one of the market leaders in the supply, planting and relocating of mature and semi-mature trees. We also offer soft landscaping schemes and have a dedicated landscaping team operating throughout the UK. We are proud of our reputation for efficient, cost effective and reliable tree management. You can be confident that through our exemplary commitment to staff training and development, our work meets the highest technical and safety standards. Working on prestigious UK and European landscape developments such as screening the Berlin Wall, emphasising the approaches to Disneyland Paris and re-developing London’s Trafalgar Square, Civic Trees has been involved in several remarkable projects. Our customers range from local authorities seeking a partnership solution for the management of their trees and…

Choosing an instant hedge for your garden projects creates immediate impact. This type of hedging is pre grown and sold by the linear metre, rather than as individual plants. These mature hedges are available to plant all year round. We have taken the time to grow these hedges, so you don’t have to. Which Hedge? Instant hedging is available in various species and sizes up to 2m high, so how will you choose which one is best for your project? The first choice is whether its evergreen instant hedging for privacy screening or the seasonal interest of a mature deciduous option. Evergreen hedges maintain their foliage throughout the year. This provides screening, privacy and shelter all year round. Despite their name, an evergreen hedge isn’t just one colour! It comes…

Fire pits, BBQs, and pizza ovens have an irresistible allure, transforming outdoor spaces into captivating havens. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, these versatile installations come in attractive finishes that seamlessly blend with any garden design. They turn your backyard into an inviting sanctuary, a place where you can seek solace and respite. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, these outdoor amenities hold the promise of fostering year-round social connections. Picture gatherings of family and friends, enveloped by the mesmerizing flames of a fire pit on cool autumn evenings. Imagine the savoury aroma of sizzling steaks on a BBQ, enticing conversations and laughter during lively summer barbecues. Envision the joyous atmosphere created by a pizza oven, where everyone eagerly participates in crafting their own culinary masterpieces. But their charm extends beyond seasonal…

Back in 2020, the global climate change conference COP 26, cited construction activity as a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. It also highlighted that using more sustainable materials, like wood, could reduce emissions significantly. Forward to 2023 and the environmental performance of construction products is still in the spotlight. Now there are smarter tools available to landscapers, architects and manufacturers which measure the environmental footprint of products – not only carbon usage but life cycle assessment too. Responsible Industries By using such tools, Timber Development UK (TDUK) – the Wood Protection Association’s (WPA) affiliated trade partner – in collaboration with Energise, have assessed the carbon footprint of the UK timber industry. As published in their Net Zero Roadmap (January 2023), the emissions of timber related industries in the UK…

The Hide Garden, created by Award Winning Garden Designer Emily Crowley-Wroe from April House Garden Design, celebrates nature on the doorstep. It represents a private nature retreat transporting the owner to a favourite place by the river. A garden room leads out onto a 6 x 6m garden. The angled deck area made from composite decking features sculptural carved benches crafted from recycled wood. Facing onto a pebble pond recalling the shallows of the River Eye the seating area invites reflection and connection with nature. Playful stepping boulders create movement and allow closer inspection of plants and their wildlife visitors. Willow hurdles enclose the garden, play on the structure of a nature hide and create natural enclosures and habitats. A living roof and the Platipus G-WALL® soften and blend the…

Landscape architecture practice Influence Landscape Planning and Design is celebrating the completion of North Walsham Market Place - its second High Street Heritage Action Zone project. As part of North Walsham High Street Heritage Action Zone, the completed works have been delivered to improve the balance between pedestrians and vehicles in the North Norfolk town and enable it to embrace its heritage and community. Nottinghamshire-based Influence were the public realm lead consultant, project manager and designer of the scheme, which was funded by North Norfolk District Council, Historic England and the New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership. The three funding organisations made a collective investment of £2.6m in the placemaking scheme, out of the overall North Walsham High Street Heritage Action Zone budget of £3.8m. Having previously worked on the urban…

About the project: Barratt Homes Northeast acquired a parcel of derelict land opposite the North Shore Academy on the outskirts of Stockton-on-Tees. The land is of particular historical interest, being the site of the wagon works for the world’s first ever passenger railway line, from Stockton to Darlington. The works were later used during World War 2 for the manufacture of de Havilland Mosquito bombers. The development comprised 300 new homes, with a combined direct and indirect investment of £160 million. As with most housing developments nowadays, care was taken to include sufficient green space area for residents to enjoy. Along with play areas, part of this included a large swale at the front of the development bordering North Road, to help cope with excess water runoff or flooding during…

At Hedges Direct, we make hedging easy for everyone. With nearly 20 years horticulture experience, we take care of everything to make buying, planting and growing hedges hassle-free. We have plants for every project - from popular evergreen hedge plants to UK grown native varieties, all available in a range of heights and root types. We offer a huge range of hedging plants throughout the year, from seasonal bare root and root balls, through to pots, screens and troughs which are available all year round. You can also choose from our wide selection of shrubs, topiary, pleached trees and fruit trees to complete your planting projects. Delivered with care We have been delivering plants since 2005, so we know how to grow, pack and transport them to you in tip-top…

From fascinating talks and demonstrations, to a Learning Hub and chainsaw championship, SAGE 2023 is set to be an unmissable event. Held at Three Counties Showground, Malvern on the 19th and 20th of July 2023, SAGE will feature live outdoor demos of the latest machinery, leading industry exhibitors, expert-led summits, live music, entertainment, food vendors, and a bar. And now the agenda has been announced, meaning that visitors can plan their perfect day at SAGE. On both days, a schedule of fascinating talks and demonstrations have been planned. At 10am, three leading experts will be sharing their thoughts on the future of chemicals in grounds maintenance, exploring the pros and cons of a zero-chemical future and its viability. Mark Tomlinson, Head of Environmental & Sustainability Stadia Projects at Bio-Circle Surface…

Re-flow, an award-winning field management solution, empowers both operatives and field managers by seamlessly integrating and enhancing oversight over all key operational processes. With its widespread adoption by numerous businesses nationwide, including esteemed regional firms like Tony Benger Landscaping, Taylor Made Landscapes, and Shines Environmental, Re-flow has proven to be a game-changer in streamlining operational processes and facilitating sustainable growth. In the landscaping industry, rapid business growth often exposes the limitations of manual systems, which are hindered by outdated and siloed processes, unreliable communication and human error. Re-flow, on the other hand, offers a comprehensive suite of digital tools designed to address these challenges by managing all critical operational processes seamlessly and efficiently. The user-friendly desktop dashboard boasts a multitude of powerful features, including creating detailed job packs, intelligent scheduling…