Trunk cathedral


 


A long line of minimalistic gestures emphasizes the old tree trunks' ornamental and impressive composition. 

The sleek trunks create a beautiful contrast with the natural shapes of the woodland edges. And the fields of ornamental grasses are a reference to the lush pastures in the surrounding landscape.


Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe

Pic.  A


The garden borders a natural reserve. The surrounding landscape is determined by Beech and Birch forests and heather. The design defines a garden that is not subject to time and trends.

The sleek trunk lines contrast beautifully with the natural shapes of the woodland edges. The slopes of ornamental grasses are a reference to the lush moors of the surrounding fields.

 

The most logical place for the pool would have been right next to the house, but the decision to place the swimming pool deep in the garden changes the perception of the garden as a whole. By making a path to the pool, the emotion of the garden is amplified. The pool and the bathhouse* are now amongst the ornamental grasses next to the edge of the woodland. As a result, you feel a part of nature.

Strong horizontal lines tie the proportions of the house with the proportions of the garden and landscape. Thus, the garden continues in its surroundings and uses horizontal lines to anchor itself into the area.

 



*The swimming pool and bathhouse design concept was developed in collaboration with BOS architects.

Andrew van Egmond Landscape architecture - Swimming Pool - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe
Andrew van Egmond Landscape architecture - Swimming Pool - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe
Andrew van Egmond Landscape architecture - Swimming Pool - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe
Andrew van Egmond Landscape architecture - Swimming Pool - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe
Andrew van Egmond Landscape architecture - Swimming Pool - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe

Pic.  C+D

Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe

Pic.  B

Photography: 

Emiel van den Berg

Pic A, C + D by and Andrew van Egmond

Pic B by Matthijs van Roon,

 

Architect Villa and Poolhouse:

BOS architects

 

Green contractor:

Meker Tuinen

 

Publicity: 

* Garden in Four Seasons

* Drieklomp realtors |  Exclusive Living magazine



 

Andrew van Egmond Landscape architecture - Swimming Pool - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe
Andrew van Egmond Landscape architecture - Swimming Pool - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe
Andrew van Egmond -  Landscape architecture - grandiose - residential - Minimal Design - The Netherlands - Europe