Once the single-family home was complete, attention turned to the garden design. Like the house itself, it needed a clean, minimalist aesthetic. The garden's layout had to be precise and linear—mirroring the architectural language of the residence. Browa Garden and Landscaping brought this vision to life with a gently tapering lawn, elegantly framed by a hedge of fine-leaved Portuguese cherry laurel.

Between the lawn and house sits a terrace of light-coloured, low-maintenance porcelain stoneware from Ceramica Grande. The generous one-square-metre tile format minimises joints, reducing algae buildup. Custom-cut tiles handle the steps, pool edges, and specialty pieces. On one side, the terrace flows into steps descending to the lawn; on the other, it meets the pool. A dosing system, salt electrolysis, and robotic pool cleaner create a self-regulating ecosystem. "The pool installation presented some obstacles," Julian Browa recalls. The builders set it too high—essentially inverted. "We corrected it by adjusting the slope, terrace gradient, and installing a slotted drainage channel." Summer-long blooming panicle hydrangeas anchor the planting scheme. Paired with the "Indian Summer" perennial mix—showcasing yellow, red, and white blooms—the garden offers a rich colour palette. Spring brings shade-loving rhododendrons in varied hues, creating striking focal points. Beyond aesthetics, the plant selection reflects ecological values: the perennial mix attracts countless insects and pollinators alongside pleasing the eye. Native trees and dedicated vegetable and herb gardens further demonstrate the owners' environmental commitment. The result? A garden that harmonises with the home's architecture, honours ecological principles, and demands remarkably little upkeep. An irrigation system keeps plants thriving while a robotic mower maintains the lawn. The Browa team visits monthly to clear weeds and unwanted growth from beds, and prune shrubs, trees, and hedges as needed.

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(Published in CUBE Düsseldorf 04|24)