Small Garden Design and Construction

About the Project

This proposal draws its inspiration from the distinct oil painting style of Vincent van Gogh, seamlessly weaving elements from his renowned works 'The Starry Night' and 'Wheatfield with Cypresses' into both the horizontal and vertical design elements. The metaphor of an 'easel' is skillfully employed to spotlight his identity, incorporating the iconic 'Yellow House' from his time in Arles, which symbolizes his unwavering quest for an idyllic existence. The selection of plants encompasses yellow and blue blossoms that mirror van Gogh's distinctive painting style, complemented by diminutive rounded cypresses, boxwoods, and blue fescue grasses. Furthermore, seven groupings of dwarf sunflowers are thoughtfully arranged, serving as a representation of his fervent dedication to his craft during his prolific artistic phase.

Summary

The practical execution phase rarely unfolds as seamlessly as initially envisioned during the design stage. We encountered unexpected hurdles when we were unable to procure the dwarf sage varieties we had originally intended. Consequently, we needed to excavate the site deeper, striving to achieve a visual result that aligned more closely with our initial concept. Throughout the entire construction process, challenges appeared almost relentlessly. Yet, through a steady succession of addressing one predicament after another, progress was somehow made. Although the ultimate outcome didn't quite meet our anticipated standards due to our oversight of site conditions and weather dynamics, we managed to complete the project with considerable success given the formidable circumstances.