The large plot of land offered too little usable space and was high-maintenance. A solution was therefore sought that would adapt to the slope. The space gained was extended with a living pool and a large play area for the family. The color and material concept of the existing coverings was a given, as not all the coverings around the house were to be redone. We therefore used the existing materials as a guide and added to the garden accordingly. This allowed us to create an atmospheric garden with the same material concept.
The family garden before and after
As you can clearly see in the pictures, the steep slope with wild shrubs, which previously prevented the area from being used. Now the family garden shines with the open area including the living pool. The retaining wall behind the swimming pool has significantly enlarged the garden. The green lawn also offers the children plenty of space to play.
Before and after the redesign
Everything a family garden needs
Following the redesign, the dream garden can now be accessed via two different staircases. The garden immediately casts a spell over you, regardless of which side you enter from. The clever layout transforms the large area into an open-air space. The naturally purified living pool is clearly at the center of the family garden, which is framed by the wall and a modern wooden deck.
It was important to the family to create a mixture of clean lines and an intricate garden, as the outdoor living space was to become a meeting place for family and friends. Spacious lawns were planned so that the children could let off steam. Thanks to the new living pool, trampoline and climbing dome, the garden is a real highlight for the children.
Sufficient peace and quiet is also provided: a lounge by the pool and by the house offer plenty of places to retreat for a chat or a read. Individual lightweight chairs can easily be placed wherever you feel like relaxing.
Spectacular delivery of the Living Pool
Due to the steep location, implementing the redesign was not easy. "The slope posed a challenge in terms of statics and construction, as the access road did not allow for all machines. Thanks to our large fleet of machinery, we were nevertheless able to ensure ideal implementation," says Daniel Egli. Instead of a truck, a helicopter from HELISWISS had to be used.
The pool was placed at the foot of the hill where the helicopter was already standing. The pool was then secured and flown directly into the garden. The pool was slowly brought into position above the prepared excavation. The team was able to turn the pool into the correct position thanks to attached ropes before it was finally placed.
Planting concept around the Living Pool
The client's wish was to create an atmospheric and low-maintenance planting scheme. In the end, many different and varied plants were used:
Planting list of the garden
Trees
- Prunus lusitanica ‚Angustifolia‘ (Portugiesische Lorbeerkirsche schirmförmig)
- Tsuga canadensis (Canadian hemlock umbrella-shaped)
- Parrotia persica (ironwood tree umbrella-shaped)
- Quercus rubra (red oak)
- Osmanthus burkwoodii (spring fragrant umbrella-shaped flower)
- Syringa vulgaris ‚Charles Joly‘ (Edelflieder)
Shrubs
- Hydrangea paniculata ‚Bobo‘ (Rispenhortensie)
- Rosa ground cover rose
- Prunus lusitanica ‚Angustifolia‘ (Portugiesischer Kirschlorbeer)
- Ribes rubrum (red currant)
- Rubus BrazelBerry ‚Raspberry Shortcake‘ (Himbeere)
- Rubus BrazelBerry ‚Baby Cakes‘ (Brombeere)
- Vaccinium corymbosum ‚BrazelBerry‘ (Heidelbeere)
Grasses and perennials
- Carex morrowii (Japanese sedge)
- Vinca minor (small periwinkle)
