The in-ground pool and spa were designed as a single fluid composition, with a sweeping curved concrete edge forming the architectural spine of the space.

Structured, sculptural and in tune

With limited planting depth available at front and the need for a new pool and calm, green garden to connect with the architecture at rear, strategic design approaches were employed for this landscape project

Structured, sculptural and in tune

With limited planting depth available at front and the need for a new pool and calm, green garden to connect with the architecture at rear, strategic design approaches were employed for this landscape project

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Designed by: Mint Landscape Design

Photography by: Mitch Lyons

This Brighton landscape was designed alongside a knockdown and new-build home with contemporary luxury bayside architecture.

The brief called for a cohesive front and rear landscape that would complement the home’s strong architectural character, incorporate a pool and spa, and provide the owner with a refined but low-maintenance garden.

A defining consideration was the basement, which extends beyond the footprint of the house and beneath sections of the front garden.

Curves and straight lines – the front garden picks up on and complements the home's architectural vibe.
Curves and straight lines – the front garden picks up on and complements the home’s architectural vibe.

This limited the areas available for conventional in-ground planting and required a different approach to creating a green and welcoming arrival.

Front garden responds to limited depth available

The front garden responds with a carefully composed combination of artificial turf, potted planting, clipped forms and a sculptural concrete plinth.

Circular elements soften the home’s linear architecture, while paths move between curved and straight alignments to guide visitors towards the entrance.

The pots allow planting to be introduced in areas where the basement below made traditional garden beds impractical, ensuring the frontage still feels layered and established.

A low-upkeep garden features at rear

At the rear, the homeowner wanted a low-maintenance garden that would retain a strong visual presence throughout the year.

The pool and spa were designed as a single fluid composition, with a sweeping curved concrete edge forming the architectural spine of the space.

Rather than using a conventional rectangular pool form, the curve creates movement through the garden and establishes a distinctive relationship between the water, landscape and house.

Muted mosaic tiles and gentle water movement soften the concrete structure.

Pale paving and dark accents continue the home’s restrained material palette, allowing the landscape to feel like a considered extension of the new architecture.

A defining consideration for the front garden and lawn design was the basement, which extends beyond the footprint of the house limiting planting depths.
A defining consideration for the front garden design was the basement, which extends beyond the footprint of the house limiting planting depths.

Planting around the pool was selected and arranged to provide greenery, screening and visual depth while responding to the owner’s preference for low maintenance.

“Strong foliage forms, repeated planting and a controlled palette create impact without relying on a highly complex or labour-intensive garden,” says Mint Landscape Design.

Planting softens and complements built elements

The planting softens the built elements and boundaries while maintaining the clean character of the architecture.

Careful attention was given to proportion throughout the relatively compact site.

Every element needed to earn its place, from the pool and spa to circulation, planting and outdoor living areas.

Curves were used to create visual depth and soften transitions, while the consistent use of geometry, materials and planting connects the front and rear landscapes.

Planting around the inground pool was selected and arranged to provide greenery, screening and visual depth while responding to the client’s preference for low maintenance.
Planting around the pool was selected and arranged to provide greenery, screening and visual depth while responding to the client’s preference for low maintenance.

The completed garden resolves two very different site conditions within one clear design language. At the front, the landscape overcomes the physical constraints created by the basement.

At the rear, a low-maintenance garden provides a calm, green setting for the pool and contemporary home.

Together, the spaces feel structured, sculptural and distinctly suited to their bayside setting.

Find more design ideas and inspiration at trendsideas.com

Credit List

Landscape designer
Mint Landscape Design
Swimming pool design
Mint Landscape Design
Swimming pool construction
Cantwell Pools
Barbecue
Beefeater
Special features
Water spouts in copper

This Brighton landscape was designed alongside a knockdown and new-build home with contemporary luxury bayside architecture.

The brief called for a cohesive front and rear landscape that would complement the home’s strong architectural character, incorporate a pool and spa, and provide the owner with a refined but low-maintenance garden.

A defining consideration was the basement, which extends beyond the footprint of the house and beneath sections of the front garden.

Curves and straight lines – the front garden picks up on and complements the home's architectural vibe.
Curves and straight lines – the front garden picks up on and complements the home’s architectural vibe.

This limited the areas available for conventional in-ground planting and required a different approach to creating a green and welcoming arrival.

Front garden responds to limited depth available

The front garden responds with a carefully composed combination of artificial turf, potted planting, clipped forms and a sculptural concrete plinth.

Circular elements soften the home’s linear architecture, while paths move between curved and straight alignments to guide visitors towards the entrance.

The pots allow planting to be introduced in areas where the basement below made traditional garden beds impractical, ensuring the frontage still feels layered and established.

A low-upkeep garden features at rear

At the rear, the homeowner wanted a low-maintenance garden that would retain a strong visual presence throughout the year.

The pool and spa were designed as a single fluid composition, with a sweeping curved concrete edge forming the architectural spine of the space.

Rather than using a conventional rectangular pool form, the curve creates movement through the garden and establishes a distinctive relationship between the water, landscape and house.

Muted mosaic tiles and gentle water movement soften the concrete structure.

Pale paving and dark accents continue the home’s restrained material palette, allowing the landscape to feel like a considered extension of the new architecture.

A defining consideration for the front garden and lawn design was the basement, which extends beyond the footprint of the house limiting planting depths.
A defining consideration for the front garden design was the basement, which extends beyond the footprint of the house limiting planting depths.

Planting around the pool was selected and arranged to provide greenery, screening and visual depth while responding to the owner’s preference for low maintenance.

“Strong foliage forms, repeated planting and a controlled palette create impact without relying on a highly complex or labour-intensive garden,” says Mint Landscape Design.

Planting softens and complements built elements

The planting softens the built elements and boundaries while maintaining the clean character of the architecture.

Careful attention was given to proportion throughout the relatively compact site.

Every element needed to earn its place, from the pool and spa to circulation, planting and outdoor living areas.

Curves were used to create visual depth and soften transitions, while the consistent use of geometry, materials and planting connects the front and rear landscapes.

Planting around the inground pool was selected and arranged to provide greenery, screening and visual depth while responding to the client’s preference for low maintenance.
Planting around the pool was selected and arranged to provide greenery, screening and visual depth while responding to the client’s preference for low maintenance.

The completed garden resolves two very different site conditions within one clear design language. At the front, the landscape overcomes the physical constraints created by the basement.

At the rear, a low-maintenance garden provides a calm, green setting for the pool and contemporary home.

Together, the spaces feel structured, sculptural and distinctly suited to their bayside setting.

Find more design ideas and inspiration at trendsideas.com

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Credit List

Landscape designer
Mint Landscape Design
Swimming pool design
Mint Landscape Design
Swimming pool construction
Cantwell Pools
Barbecue
Beefeater
Special features
Water spouts in copper

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