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Surrey Hills
A refined outdoor transformation that elevates an established Surrey Hills garden into a modern, intimate retreat centred around a sculptural plunge pool.
Studio Alba retained the existing character of the garden while improving privacy, functionality and flow. Mature magnolia, plane, maple and camellia trees were preserved, forming a beautiful framework for the new design. The existing pergola and alfresco area were enhanced with climbing plants and structural upgrades to strengthen greenery and connection to the home.
The hero of the space is a 3.3 x 2.5m in-situ concrete plunge pool, finished in matt black ceramic mosaic tiles and edged with bluestone batons for a sleek architectural presence. A planted moat garden surrounds the pool for compliant access, softening the structure and creating a unique visual feature.
Bluestone crazy-paving steppers, steel-edged lawn and new layered planting improve circulation and add depth throughout the garden. All fences are painted black to create a unified backdrop that highlights the lush greenery.
Practicality is quietly integrated with pool equipment housed in the existing shed and allowances made for a future outdoor kitchen and pergola extension. The result is a cohesive, private and elegantly updated garden designed for calm, year-round enjoyment.