An extension was added to the existing property. This newly created living area is directly connected to the existing house by a glass corridor. The large windows and sliding glass doors create a seamless transition between the living space and the garden. Intelligent solutions such as a controllable sun deck and a floor made of wood instead of stone ensure natural and sustainable cooling of the atrium.
The surrounding planting brings a natural flair to the city garden. The individual trees serve not only as spatial organisers, but also as privacy screens. The planting was planned to create a new sense of space in the garden with plenty of privacy, while the solitary trees and trellises also screen the view from outside.
The atrium is also equipped with a sauna. This means that the pool can also be used to cool off after a sauna session during the colder months of the year.
Harmonious interaction between architecture and nature
A large part of the family’s life now takes place between the atrium and the old building. The term „open-air living room“ could not be more appropriate. The new canopy, whose sun protection can be retracted and extended, creates a sheltered outdoor space. On particularly hot days, outdoor curtains can also be closed around the atrium to provide pleasant shade. The built-in fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere, while at the same time adding to the overall look with its elegance.
The connection between nature and architecture has also been skilfully staged in the corner of the new extension. The area, which is probably otherwise rather unused, was extended with a Japanese camellia (see planting list below), which grows through the open ceiling into the sky.
Acoustically, the three waterspouts at the pool create a natural flair. These keep the water surface moving, creating a marvellous play of shadows in the pool. The Living Pool technology used does not require any chemicals and cleans the water naturally and sustainably with a biofilter.
The Stadtgarten before and after the remodelling
The spacious area of the garden was previously not very divided. A large green meadow, a few shrubs and a fir tree did not create any visual relationships or spaces. In this project, the design of the outdoor space was planned together with the architect of the extension, resulting in a very harmonious combination of garden and living space. All the elements were harmonised with each other and come together to create a magnificent outdoor space. The rustic sandstone wall by the pool reflects the architecture of the house façade, so that old and new merge into one another.
The city garden in autumn
Lighting concept for the city garden
As the sun disappears over the horizon, the mood in the garden changes. Small lights in the pool keep the water shimmering. The crown of the tree growing through the atrium is illuminated by three spotlights and transforms into a beautiful, natural sculpture.
Through the large windows, the interior lighting also illuminates the grasses behind the atrium. In addition to the unique view and the natural surroundings, this play of light also extends the space to the outside.
The lounge and dining area under the sheltered canopy are illuminated by the lights. The modern fireplace in the centre of the atrium also creates a very special atmosphere in the evening.
The garden from the idea to the redesign to the finished pool paradise
You can see how the garden has changed in this picture gallery.
Planting list
Trees
- Stewartia pseudocamellia Japanese false camellia
- Liquidambar styraciflua amber tree espalier form
- Prunus cerasifera ‚Nigra‘ blood plum
- Magnolia ‚Ricki‘ Magnolia
Shrubs
- Hydrangea paniculata ‚Silver Dollar‘ panicle hydrangea
- Hydrangea paniculata ‚Bobo‘ panicle hydrangea
Perennials and grasses
- Miscanthus sinensis ‚Silberfeder‘ Chinese reed
- Pennisetum alopecuroides ‚Hameln‘ Lamp-cleaning grass
- Pennisetum alopecuroides ‚Little Bunny‘ lamp cleaner grass
- Cimicifuca japonica var acerina Dwarf silver primrose
- Epimedium grandiflorum ‚Lilafee‘ Large-flowered fairy flower
- Vinca minor ‚Alba‘ White periwinkle
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Thank you for the interesting article! The city garden looks beautiful.
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