Medium Residential Garden 1: Free-form Plan


free-form garden plan
The landscape:
1000 sq/m, level plot, facing north.
Approx. 500 sq/m for the main garden with a large Pecan tree. Two narrow strips of garden on both sides of the house. The plot is overlooked by neighbours on one-side and bordering an open public place on the other.


House owner’s request:
A simple free-form garden including:
  • Areas for kids
  • BBQ area
  • Relaxation corner
  • Small orchard

Main landscape architectural considerations:
  • A large Pecan tree in the middle of the main garden casting shade.
  • Creating privacy from the neighbours.

The landscape plan:
A free-form garden with a main lawn connecting the different activities of the garden.
  • A small playground and a BBQ area close to the sitting patio attached to the house.
  • A section of the lawn leading to a secluded vine covered pergola for relaxation.
  • A vegetable garden on one of the side strips of the house.
  • A path connecting the main entrance to the main garden.