Judges' Comments

All the judges were instantly impressed with Heather’s design and really excited by the potential they saw in it.

They loved the way the design covered the practical aspects of the brief, incorporating ideas for sustainable living without compromising on aesthetics. Features such as the salad bar and the solar panels nestled into the living roof of the shed made these more functional items seem fun and exciting.

Their imaginations were captured by the story the garden told, which also showed how much thought had gone into the design. The judges were impressed by the number of little details included in the garden, such as quotations carved into the floors and walls, that each visitor would only discover as they walked around the garden and would interpret in their own individual way.

In her submission, Heather said she loves the ‘theatre’ of show gardens and it was this playful attitude that, weaving its way through her design, ultimately won the judges over.