Flat Bush Family Sanctuary
By Luijten Landscaping
The Client wanted their existing backyard to be upgraded and to suit the needs of their growing family. The family are very active and so they wanted a large pool for the children to enjoy, along with a covered spa to be used in all weather. Also inside this pool area they wanted a poolside outdoor shower and a sun lounging area with umbrellas.
The other main requirement was that there was a large flat lawn for kids play. So we used a glass pool fence to visually connect the pool and lawn, creating one large outdoor space. This allows the pool area to be part of the larger backyard space and for the family to enjoy the different areas without being visually cut off. The connection of the existing outdoor deck and seating area needed to remain private despite being right next to the pool. It was purposefully screened off the pool area by a sculptural feature pool fence made of Corten steel vertical profiles.
Another must was for the area to be lit up at night so they could enjoy the outdoor areas together. We also needed to establish privacy for the pool while retaining the rural outlook. So, an instant hedge used for this project gave immediate effect of mature planting to the area and provided privacy and wind protection for the pool.
This project had different modern design elements and materials that were used to create a unique space. It was important for all the functions of the design to be integrated and so we used the glass fence and overall design to achieve this. The glass fence allows the pool area to be part of the larger backyard space and for the family to enjoy the different areas without being visually cut off. The corten steel feature fence compliments the colour of the timber deck, timber steps and timber outdoor shower, this brings a warmer element through the modern design.
The clients love the new corten steel feature fence, how it connects yet acts as a background, also they love the play of light and shadows due to its geometry. Overall, it was a very successful solution that added value to the whole property and made it bespoke and unique.
Luijten Landscaping was awarded GOLD for Pool Safety Barrier Design at SPASA NZ AWARDS 2023.
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This project had different modern design elements and materials that were used to create a unique space. It was important for all the functions of the design to be integrated and so we used the glass fence and overall design to achieve this.
The glass fence allows the pool area to be part of the larger backyard space and for the family to enjoy the different areas without being visually cut off. The corten steel feature fence compliments the colour of the timber deck, timber steps and timber outdoor shower, this brings a warmer element through the modern design.
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Our award-winning team with over 20 years’ experience can assist with all aspects of Landscape Design and Build. From initial consultation to project completion, our personalised services will transform your outdoor area into inspired Outdoor Living.
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Founded by Robert and Ellis Luijten in 2000 and joined by Greg Dreyer in 2013, Luijten Landscaping has enhanced the environment of homes and companies throughout Auckland for almost two decades. The company deals equally with residential and commercial clients. We are a family business and believe in building lasting relationships with our customers from the start. Our landscaping family consists of professional landscapers and project managers with credible, practical experience and a number of landscape apprentices who are at varying stages of their apprenticeship. We have an in-house design team that will present you with a landscaping plan after visiting your site, listening to your ideas and bringing fantastic landscaping solutions for your outdoor space.
At our yard we have built a showroom where our designers can guide you in what materials would best fit your project, e.g. paving, decking, lighting etc. You can also provide an existing plan to quote your project from and then we will guide you through the landscaping works from start to finish. Luijten Landscaping has a nursery that enables us to provide a large selection of the highest quality plants. If the nursery cannot provide the variety or quantity of plants for your project we will happily source them from one of our nationwide suppliers.
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