Zen Pocket

The client for this garden was attracted to Japanese forest gardens and the atmosphere they produced. The inspiration came from the triangular shape of the property. The client wanted a low maintenance garden that was lush with planting and a small nook to relax in it. The Japanese torii gate became an interesting sculptural piece to frame a transition from home to nature. The screens along the perimeter of the garden were inspired by Japanese woodwork. A new deck was also built to accommodate additional room for lounging and watching the yard change with the seasons.