Cathy's Garden
This four-month project spans approximately 8,500 square feet, making it my largest transformation to date.
For aesthetic, think
English cottage garden meets modern luxury—a harmonious blend of charm, craftsmanship, and curated elegance.
What began as a basic backyard has become a magical garden sanctuary. For the first time, we incorporated stone alongside lumber and steel to create beautifully curved garden beds, adding sculptural form and timeless character. A gorgeous moon gate draped in climbing roses welcomes you into the space, setting the tone for the dreamy experience that unfolds beyond.
A London-imported fountain becomes the focal point, while Edison-style lighting brings a touch of nighttime enchantment, turning the garden into a true fairytale after dark.
To capture the breathtaking views, we added a
bluestone patio perfectly positioned to overlook the rolling landscape of Barrington Hills—an ideal place to sit, breathe, and take it all in!
Special Features:
- cedartone, corten steel & Edens stone raised beds
- (3) 11' long linear trellises
- round cages
- Decomposed granite with edens flagstone steppers
- asymmetrical bluestone patio around fire pit and overlook
- wood-burning fire pit
- pathway lighting & spotlights on trellis posts
- overhead Edison bulb lighting
Dimensions:
- 18' x 20' footprint: 360 sq ft
- Raised bed grow space: 94 sq ft
