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AT HOME IN THE BUSH

— A micro-restorative sanctuary by the coastline

MBS Right Arrow

Location: Darkinjung Country

MBS Right Arrow

Photography: Megan Miller, Tim McBurney

This challenging slope was retooled with tiered corten planters, ensuring optimal soil conditions for the old and new life forms present

“Micro-restorative elements prompt the residents to slow down and connect”

At first glance, this site was dominated by overgrown weeds and vegetation on a steep access slope, seemingly presenting a challenge for the team’s strategic management. However, this property sits where the bush marries the ocean and we decided to integrate the teachings of both.

 

Clever planting techniques, coupled with tiered corten planters, have been introduced to not only address the slope but also to ensure optimal soil conditions for the sustained well-being of the greenery. Recycled timber elements complement the surrounding eucalyptus trees, offering an avenue to extend the landscape’s influence beyond the project’s confines. Upon entering, a carefully crafted arrangement of layered plants guides each step, turning the project into an experiential journey. These micro-restorative elements  prompt the residents to slow down and connect with the lady ferns, birds’ nest palms, towering gum trees and sea breeze hugging their pathway.

Plant Palette

Alpinia nutans / Dwarf Cardamom 

Asplenium australsicum / Birds Nest Fern

Cyathea cooperi / Tree Fern

Howea fosteriana / Kentia Palm

Rhapis excelsa / Lady Palm

Zamia furfuracea / Cardboard Palm

Material palette

Corten steel 

Sandstone 

Recycled timber

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