2-for-1 gardens – Wakehurst photo Jim Holden
Discover the woodlands of the world in Kew’s wild botanic garden, from giant Californian redwoods to rare Australian Wollemi pines, South American monkey puzzles to white-stemmed Himalayan birches. The woodlands and meadows are carpeted with wildflowers and full of wildlife, offering shady walks, sunny glades, secluded seats and picturesque views. With over 450 acres to explore, there’s plenty of space for long leisurely strolls and lots to enjoy in every season. Azaleas, rhododendrons and magnolias adorn the landscape in spring and early summer, while autumn foliage lights up the woodlands and reflects in the ponds. There are wetland boardwalks, lush water gardens and a nature reserve, while more formal areas include a fragrant winter garden and a walled garden brimming with colourful sun-lovers.
Morlands Farm by Sandy Rendel Architects
18 January 2021
Source: Jim Stephenson
Source: Jim Stephenson
Source: Jim Stephenson
Source: Jim Stephenson
Source: Jim Stephenson
Source: Jim Stephenson
Source: Jim Stephenson
Source: Jim Stephenson
Source: Jim Stephenson
Source: Jim Stephenson
Source: Jim Stephenson
In this barn conversion in the South Downs, Sandy Rendel Architects aimed to maintain the raw form and character of the original barn. Photography by
Jim Stephenson
The project involved the conversion of an existing Dutch barn into a new home for the owners of Sussex Prairie Garden visitor attraction in West Sussex, which they founded 12 years ago. The barn sits on the edge of the garden and its conversion from a basic, open-sided, corrugated-roof structure now allows them to live as well as work in its midst.