A family affair

With spaces for eating, socialising, alone time and hobbies, Tracey James and Paul Roye have created a garden specially designed to suit every member of their family

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Tracey James’ previous garden consisted of a patio, lawn, path and a tumbledown shed.

‘I wanted more interest, and a crisp, architectural feel,’ says Tracey, ‘As our grownup children live at home, it was about creating a relaxing, low-maintenance, adult space for everyone.

Another must-have was a shed for me to keep my sewing machine and fabrics.’

Help from the pros

Acting on a recommendation, Tracey and her partner Paul contacted Sakura Gardens (www.sakuragardens.co.uk). ‘Paul and I already had ideas about the planting and other things we wanted, like the water feature,’ says Tracey. ‘Sakura‘s designers pretty much hit the brief first time, with just a few small tweaks needed here and there.’

Perfect aspects