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                                                                                      ENGLISH  HERITAGE GARDENS                                                   Fig 1. Formal English Heritage Garden English Heritage Gardens refer to the historic gardens managed and preserved by English Heritage, a charity responsible for protecting and promoting England's historic environment. These gardens are often associated with historic sites like castles, palaces, and country estates, and they represent a wide range of garden styles from various periods of British history. Key Features of English Heritage Gardens:             ...

  WHAT ARE OPEN GARDENS Image 1: Urban Open Roof Garden. Open Gardens: An open garden refers to a garden space that is designed to be accessible to the public, offering a chance for people to explore a wide variety of plants, landscapes, and designs. It can be a private garden opened for public viewing on specific days, or a public garden maintained by local authorities or organisations. Open gardens are often part of conservation, educational, and community engagement initiatives. They are usually designed with consideration for aesthetics, ecological balance, and providing an environment for relaxation and enjoyment. Types of Spatial Designs for Gardens: The spatial design of a garden refers to the arrangement and organisation of its features, pathways, and plantings. Here are several types of spatial designs commonly used in garden planning: Formal Gardens: Design: Characterised by strict geometric shapes, symmetry, and orderly lines. Features like straight pathways, clipped h...

GAZEBO'S Image 1: Gazebo with balustrade. A gazebo is a freestanding, open-sided structure, typically found in gardens or parks. It is often used as a space for relaxation, outdoor activities, or as a decorative focal point in landscapes. Gazebos offer shade and shelter, enhancing the aesthetic and functional qualities of outdoor spaces. Types of Gazebos There are several types of gazebos, and they can vary in design and material based on intended use, aesthetic, and climate: Traditional or Classic Gazebo: Typically round or octagonal with a peaked roof and open sides. Commonly made from wood or metal and used in gardens and parks.                                                 Image 2: Traditional Gazebo's. Pavilion Gazebo: Larger than traditional gazebos, often rectangular or square, with a more open and airy design. Ideal for hosting events or dining outdoors. ...

  PERGOLAS Pergolas are freestanding or attached outdoor structures made of vertical posts that support a crossbeam or latticework, often used for walkways, patios, or as decorative garden features. Types of Pergolas: Freestanding Pergolas: Independent structure not attached to any other building. Typically used to define a garden area or outdoor living space.                                              Image 1: Free standing pergola (2 posts). Attached Pergolas (Wall-mounted): Attached to the side of a building, such as a house or a fence. Used as a transitional space between the indoors and outdoors.                                                                            ...

GABIONS Gabions -  are popular outdoor structures used in landscaping, construction, and garden design. They each have different types and dimensions based on their intended use and materials. Here’s an overview of both:                                                          Image 1: Gabion made of wire Gabions are wire mesh cages filled with rocks, stones, or other materials, often used for retaining walls, landscaping, erosion control, or aesthetic purposes. Types of Gabions: Rectangular Gabions (Standard Rectangular): Most common, used for walls and embankments. Typically made of galvanised steel or PVC-coated wire.                                    Image 2: Gabion used as an embankment.                 ...

                                                                  CONCRETE                                     Image 1: Concrete furniture Concrete is a composite material made up of several key ingredients: Cement : A binder that holds everything together. Portland cement is the most common type used in concrete production. Aggregates : These are the solid materials that make up most of the concrete's volume. Aggregates include: Fine aggregates (such as sand) Coarse aggregates (such as gravel or crushed stone) Water : Reacts with the cement to form a chemical bond, creating the hardened material known as concrete. Admixtures (optional): Chemical agents added to alter the properties of the concrete, such as accelerating or slowing th...