The Traveller’s Garden
Location: Victoria (VIC)
Size: 58 sqm
Status: Concept Design Complete
The Challenge
The challenge was to create a garden for an avid traveller. It needed to feel like a place that could hold memories, objects, and plants collected from journeys abroad. At the same time, the garden had to function well during long periods away from home. Planting and layout needed to remain stable without constant care or attention. The aim was a calm, dependable garden that welcomes its owner home.
The Gramina Response
The design begins by simplifying the garden into a clear and practical structure. The space is organised around two key elements: the deck and the breakout garden beyond it. The deck is subtly refined to improve its shape and usability, opening more space for seating and planting. Beyond this sits a flexible open garden area for informal gatherings, loose seating, or a fire pit. Two side wings discreetly contain practical uses such as vegetable growing, washing, and storage.
A restrained, yet grounding courtyard Garden for A busy traveller.
The deck becomes a place to pause, gather, and ease into the evening.
Espaliered fruit trees and discreet vegetable beds turn a boundary wall into a productive, ordered edge.
The Garden Now
The garden reads as a calm and organised outdoor space centred around the deck and open garden beyond. The breakout area can be lawn or gravel, allowing flexibility depending on maintenance and use. Planting is intentionally restrained, creating a sense of clarity rather than clutter. The front garden is simplified with feature trees that hint at the garden beyond. Over time the space can evolve as new plants, objects, and memories from travel are added.
Concept Plan - A central lawn and deck with functional wings.
Grounded pots bring Subtle Mediterranean character.
a touch of modern clarity through restrained timber batten fencing.