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Elma Fenton - Landscape Architect
BA (Hons)Dip (Hons.), MLA, ILI, MGLDA, Horticulturalist
Elma Fenton’s landscape architectural practice reinforces the relationship between the environment and high standard individual designs. Elma is an inspirational and experienced landscape architect, whose design flair along with her creativity provides an innovative and sensitive approach to transforming exterior spaces. The adoption of ecological aware approaches and techniques play a prominent role.
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A site specific ethos is taken with structure, texture and materials unifying the design. Work encompasses a diverse number of projects in Europe, Southeast Asia, America and Australasia. A positive approach is taken to pure design, attention to detail and overall approach.
TESCO’S GREENER LIVING @ Garden Revival - Bloom in the Park 2008
A formal garden that is functional, usable with Old meeting New!
A Colonnade Pavilion dominates, adding beauty, proportion, structure, function,
& shelter and an opportunity to entertain within the garden.
Twin Reflective Water ponds emphasis the beauty of the space and offer contemplation and stillness. They also have an essential role for water collection of the roof.
The revival of the Potager culture is very apparent within the garden adding function and wellbeing. The nostalgic theme is reinforced by the low maintenance yet high impact structure of the garden.
Encouraging greener living, the well being & protection of our environment, external entertainment and enjoyment are the essence of this garden.
The promotion of an environmental sustainable, healthy, active and enjoyable lifestyle is of the utmost importance for both myself and my sponsors Tesco Ireland.
Ecological Initiatives
- Water collection of the roof for the ponds and water system
- Use of reclaimed paving
- Vegetable and herb growing – home gown food
- Sustainable living
- Craftmanship in the garden with the use of sculpture
- Attract wildlife and bio-diversity by means of planting
Elma Fenton takes Gold at Bloom in the Park 2007.
The "Harmony with Nature..... every little helps" Garden has topped the polls at the awe inspiring Bloom in the Park Horticulture Show 2007. Elma Fenton's design was awarded a Gold Medal in the Large Show category topping off months of hard work and planning.
Elma remarks that " I am absolutley thrilled to have the honor of receving a Gold Medal. This show is fantastic and to be taking part in such a well organised event is such a pleasure".
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