This garden will not mentor you; instead, it will allow you to be who you are and do as you please: pick berries, lounge on the grass, play badminton, or admire the stunning Karelian stones.
The English have an expression that means being overdressed for an occasion. Many gardens end up "overdressed" thanks to their owners' good intentions. Forest ½ is definitely not one of them. The plot is unusual, featuring two houses, towering pine trees and two forest areas.
To play with this unique forest territory, we split the site into two. One was left unaltered, overgrown with moss, blueberries and cranberries. The other was cleared, and islands of microclover grass and forest meadows were arranged. Between the two zones, adults find a place for quiet walks and inner reflection — children, a place to run free and pick berries.
The trees in this garden show their uniqueness and don’t require any decorations. The semi-shade plants of the undergrowth make the forest look fantastic. This restraint keeps things from feeling fussy — clean, but full of charm.
The clients determined the geometry of the large lawn — its dimensions match those of a professional badminton court. After the match, the winners can relax on loungers in this sunny spot. Afterward, the players can return to their houses, which are hidden from each other behind a hill with Karelian stones, graminaceous plants, and pine trees in the center.
