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What was the brief for this garden?
The garden belongs to a couple with school-age children who were past the swings and slides stage. Their house is in a quiet mews, and while the exterior looks traditional, the interior is very contemporary. You can also see the garden when you walk through the front door. The owners wanted a design that would match the style of the modern kitchen and family room, which lead to the outdoor space. The look of the garden was particularly important to them, but the practical addition of the stylish seating area has proved very popular.
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This story is from the January 2018 edition of Homes & Gardens.
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