HOW FASHIONABLE CAN A GARDEN ACTUALLY GET? | DREAM GARDENS

Cinemavixion Review

This episode of 'Dream Gardens' presents a fascinating challenge: transforming a small fibro cottage garden on Sydney's Northern Beaches into a Mediterranean-inspired sanctuary. Fashion magazine editor Justine Cullen and events organiser Greg Mathew, juggling demanding careers and three children, seek an outdoor space for relaxation and rejuvenation. The design aims to seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living, featuring a raised pool (necessary due to the garden's location in a flood zone) and a staggered deck leading to a lawn, all enveloped by lush planting and comfortable seating. The episode highlights the creative process as Justine, with her keen eye for design, desires a timeless, weathered aesthetic for the entertaining area, specifically a driftwood finish for the timber deck – a technique new to the design team. The project navigates the complexities of remote client consultations via email and video calls, adding a layer of modern difficulty. It's a compelling look at achieving a designer retreat amidst the chaos of busy lives.