Design trends for 2020
What we grow can be as good for us as gardening itself so Marian suggests ways to turn your garden into a pantry of healing herbs with relaxing spaces.
Insight
Here you can find articles, tips, advice and insider knowledge from Marian Boswall and the team covering the studio’s approach to working along with information and advice on all aspects of historic garden design including soil, water, materials and planting.
Creating a garden to endure
A design that will stand the test of time is key to a flourishing ecosystem and a more sustainable garden with reduced waste and environmental impact.
Creating a garden where you can thrive
Advice, thoughts and suggestions from Marian on how to create a garden full of healthy positive energy so both you and your plants can thrive.
Creating a modern apothecary garden
What we grow can be as good for us as gardening itself so Marian suggests ways to turn your garden into a pantry of healing herbs with relaxing spaces.
Outdoor lighting
Advice on good lighting and how it adds significant value by extending the time we can spend in the garden and revealing the beauty of our buildings.
Bringing paradise to your garden
Since ancient times gardens have offered protection, nourishment and delight. Marian suggests how to turn your outside space into a personal paradise.
Creating a sanctuary in your garden
Advice and guidance on how tapping into your spiritual side can help transform your garden into a haven of peace away from the stresses of modern life.
Working with old walled kitchen gardens
Key things to take into consideration when restoring, repairing and working with an old walled kitchen garden.
Good fences make good neighbours
We cover some key considerations when adding a fence to a period property including locality, security, wildlife, materials and planning.
The warmth of walls – using solid structure to create a garden framework
What to look for when adding a new wall to your property, how they can provide shelter, absorb heat, create spaces and materials to use.
Setting boundaries – finding the perfect hedging for your period property
What we look for when planning, budgeting, creating and planting a suitable boundary hedge for a period property.
Leading the way – how to design paths that please
Guidance on how to plan and create beautiful yet functional paths or “garden walks” for your outdoor space.
Good drainage – helping protect your listed building
How good drainage can help protect a listed building from damp, provide water for your garden and even be an attractive feature in its own right.
Gardens and grounds – how to creatively conserve the gardens around a listed property
Marian Boswall’s approach to creatively conserving the gardens, grounds and landscape setting around a listed property.