This landscaping project for a brand new home was all about translating a vision into a beautifully expanded design.
The main goal was to create luxury that will last a lifetime by finding the ideal finishing touches to complement the aesthetics of the already completed build of this villa in Dubai Hills. The project requirements allowed a lot of freedom and Gin took a cue from briefs received and set out to create serenity and sophistication. Having a lot of free reins can be as exciting and exhilarating as it can be daunting, but “the particular needs of my clients may vary, the experience, skills, and professional approach I bring never fail to get the job done right”, says Gin.
The design included a network of interesting features, interspersing them with well-styled function.
There were a few goals set out at the start of the project:
1. To create a striking front door entrance. First impressions last, and this property pressed for an elegant and self-assured style.
2. Incorporating the existing tile paving in the design. Finding harmony with what is already there to allow and assist better integration between the current build and new additions.
3. Adding low maintenance ground cover greenery all around the villa in the form of artificial lawn.
4. Softening the straight lines created by the perimeter to create some interest. Using curving planter beds with planter borders and a variety of plant types, heights and textures.
4. Adding height to the garden with the help of palm trees and a selection of plants.
5. Incorporating lights and light features, ensuring a striking impression at night.
6. Installing and creating a swimming pool and pergola for relaxation and entertainment.
With the villa 350.3 sq.m, the 1214.4 sq.m plot was a great canvas to work with. The aim was to stay contemporary while ticking the list of goals.
Entering the property you are greeted with a multitude of minimalist textures and colours - grass scrubs scattered, palm trees lining the entrance pathway in a grand gesture, camel coloured crushed ground cover stones playing contrast to the large high gloss tiled stepping slabs - all leading your eye to the oversized, round rustic scattering of pots with an olive tree and cycad (Zamia furfuracea) connecting with the existing tiled area and welcoming you to come inside.
The same style of tiles was used for a path all around the house as well as hugging the pool, creating a uniform look throughout.
Gentle curving planter beds hug the perimeter, softening the straight lines with waved edges with a blend of Murraya Pan, Phoenix roebelenii (Pygmy Date Palm), Rhapis excelsa, also known as broadleaf lady palm or bamboo palm.
As you round the corner of the villa or go through the house and view from the large floor-to-ceiling windows of the living room, the inviting blue pool demands your attention.
Gin prefers to pick only the best professionals to assist and deliver on her promise to clients. The main feature and focal point on the property is the 14mx4.5m pool installed by one of the handpicked partners, Pools By Design. Determined to respect the feeling of endless space, the infinity pool is right on point. Touches in the design, like the area for half-submerged daybeds, just adds to the little luxuries that will make this home a haven for all who visits.
NIGHT TIME VIEW VS DAYTIME VIEW BELOW
This aluminium 5500mm x 4500mm pergola has considerable functional benefits, especially to our climate. Pergolas are popular editions to outdoor living and with the trend to spend more time outside, they give additional living space and increase the amount of time you can spend outside. They are multifunctional as they can be used as a lounge or dining area, sides can be closed off for even more protection and some options allow the roofs to be changed to allow the amount of direct sunlight it allows.
With a never-ending interest and curiosity in plants, Gin selected planters for edging the side of the pergola adding height and structure.
To complete the splendour, the floating steps with strips of LED lights are possibly one of our favourite features when visiting at night. In fact, the whole garden was fitted with a range of spotlights, downlights and soft ambient lights, all perfectly placed. Add to that neatly finished tiled borders, carefully selected and well-manured plants, and no wonder the owners were overjoyed with the completed project.
Often, modern and minimalist gardens lack warmth and colour but a carefully planned palette allows the look to evolve and find depth alongside the owners as they settle into their new home.
“We love handing over a solid framework for homeowners to move right in and make it their own.” Patio furniture added the very special and personalised finishing touches.
Services offered by Gin Wingfield Designs include; Landscaping of new properties, upgrading established gardens, green space renovations and upgrades, Outdoor living and entertainment area gardens, Fountains & water features, Irrigation systems, Custom designs and professional service with experience.
www.ginwingfielddesigns.com
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