Fleet Front Garden

Fleet, Hampshire

One-tenth of a second is all it takes to form a first impression, so front gardens have a big responsibility. This beautiful Edwardian-style house was being let down by its outside space, with cracked concrete and weedy borders. Now it compliments the architecture perfectly, and is the envy of the neighbours.

The Challenge

A black and white image of a concrete path leading to a front door — The before: previous path to the house left much to be desired

The Design Development

I began with the central path. The Edwardian architecture, with bay windows and white-painted woodwork, demanded something classic and timeless. I designed a tiled path, complete with a contrasting border pattern and rope-top edging, to lead visitors to the front door in style.