b'a shading tree and lush planting welcome you inCampbell Strachan of Strachan Group Landscape Architects suggests this alternative solution:This cool and contemporary courtyard retreat beckons with its shading silk tree and lush subtropical planting. The built-in kwila seating, griselinia hedge and slatted gate create a sense of enclosure while the robustness of the concrete table and planters contrasts against the delicacy of the tree leaves and fine kentia palms. Likewise, the warmth of the decking, finished in Resene Furniture and Decking Oil, plays off against the cool tones of the concrete and pale grey Resene Surrender weatherboards of the house. The decking is laid in boardwalk style, slicing through the concrete and leading you, literally, across the veranda to the vibrant Resene Torea Bay door. Its an area that can be used for dining, arrival or just relaxing, and would look superb in urban, rural or coastal settings. mobile021 557 658emailcampbell@sgla.co.nzResene Torea Bay Resene Resene Salsa Knock OutRed bromeliadsSilk tree ReseneReseneShark SeashellUrban Grey Slope TableillustrationSanstone Malcolm Whitewww.sanstone.co.nz LigulariaResene SurrenderResene DesperadoKwila seat and decking Finished in ReseneFurniture and Decking Oil79'