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Show garden · East Molesey, Surrey
ILLUSION 2050
Designed to inspire reflection
Illusion 2050 is a modern courtyard garden designed to inspire reflection and raise awareness about sustainable design. The planting layout showcases the transition from traditional gardening to more drought-tolerant approaches, illustrating how we can adapt to environmental changes by 2050 while preserving beauty and biodiversity.
The garden’s dream-like atmosphere encourages visitors to consider the future: what changes will 2050 bring? How can we prepare our gardens for the challenges ahead? Combining art, nature and innovation, this garden provides both a peaceful space and a thought-provoking experience, inviting us to consider how design can contribute to a more sustainable future. It encourages dialogue on embracing change and preparing for the future with a proactive, rather than fearful, mindset.
Who would use this garden
The Illusion 2050 garden is envisioned for an environmentally conscious couple who value both innovation and tranquillity. Living in a modern, contemporary home with expansive windows, they see their garden not just as an outdoor space but as a living artwork, an extension of their interior environment.
Their lifestyle embraces sustainability and mindful design, and they seek a garden that reflects their awareness of environmental change while providing a serene retreat for contemplation and connection with nature.
Where the garden is set
Set within a contemporary courtyard at the heart of the home, the garden forms a central focal point, visible from multiple angles and seamlessly integrated with the surrounding architecture.
This intimate yet open layout blurs the boundaries between indoors and outdoors, allowing natural light, texture and seasonal colour to flow through the living spaces. The courtyard’s design encourages quiet reflection and conversation, serving as a reminder that sustainability and beauty can coexist in perfect harmony.
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What my clients say
“Kitti is a rare designer in that she truly listens to her client.”
She took the time to understand our family's requirements and translated them into an original garden that went beyond what we had imagined. The finished garden gives us enjoyment throughout the seasons while remaining easy to maintain. Her creativity, enthusiasm and ability to recognise the potential in a space made a real difference to the final result.
“Kitti guided us through a complex project with far more to it than we initially thought.”
Her design was inspired and refreshing, and she helped us find landscapers we could trust to bring it to life. Kitti remained involved throughout the project, offering advice and practical suggestions whenever they were needed. The finished garden exceeded our expectations, and we would happily recommend her to anyone considering a garden project.
“We wanted a garden that would support our family's wellbeing, a space where our four children, cousins and friends could come together.”
Kitti managed a complex build with restricted site access and delivered a beautiful garden for us. The planting is still young, but we can't wait to see how it changes through the seasons and grows over the years.
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