b'feature gardento infinity andbeyondA bold slice of sizzling orange helps give this designer garden added charisma.Resene Flourish W eve all heard of infinity swimming pools but one architect has created his very own infinitykitchen.Visuallyheldtogether with a bold band of hot orange splashback and a sleek stainless steel bench, it slices through the rear wall of his villa to become the sort of outdoor entertaining hub anyone would admire. The villa renovation was a labour of love for Garry Cullen of Ardmore Architects, customised to suit the needs of himself and partner Phil Stickney as well as their cats, art and collection of classic cars. An integral part of the renovation was the garden; oneofthemust-haveitemsherewasagood entertaining space, while another was a swimming pool.JokesGarry:Thepoolisourversionofthe 1970s conversation pit. We keep it well heatedthe power company loves usand often relax in it with a glass of wine. While the couple decided on a simple and serene look for the small front garden, the rear garden is more exuberant.NotonlydoesitfeaturethatResene ClockworkOrangewallbutitisplantedinalush subtropicalstylewithpalms,puka,bromeliadsand cannalilies.Asaquietcounterpoint,thehomes weatherboards are painted in Resene Sea Fog and the trims and pergola are Resene White. Living in the home while planning the alterations let Garryfullyexplorevariousscenarios.Adecisionto ReseneClockwork OrangeAbove: Garden owners Phil Stickney and Garry Cullen take advantage of their seat-height block wall. The fence behind is stained in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Crowshead. Left: Staggered platforms create steps down to the pool area.Right: The striking Resene Clockwork Orange splashback helps visually unite the indoor and outdoor kitchens. The pergola is finished in ReseneResene White and is designed to eventually be Sea Fogfitted with a shade sail or louvred roof. 72'