Berkeley Square Hotel, Bristol

Design, Project Management and Planting: Katherine Edmonds Garden Design
Landscaping: Timber Landscaping, Bristol

This oasis in the heart of Bristol was created from a car park and now hosts regular private parties, events, dinners and lunches, giving The Square Bar and Restaurant an extra 60 seats and its members an interesting, new outdoor space.

The large garden has been divided into a number of smaller more intimate dining areas. There are places to sit in the sun and covered areas for times when the elements aren't so kind. The chunky, green-oak furniture was made on-site and will last a lifetime, gaining character as it ages.

Bespoke features include the handmade glass table inset, which was designed and made by local Easton artist Milly Francis and, along with the wall art and the furniture, it adds an individual touch to the garden.

Extensive but subtle use of lighting accents the design and some of the features, giving the garden a new look as night falls.

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Main Seating Area BeforeMain Seating Area Before
 Main Seating Area AfterMain Seating Area After - curved deck and contemporary timber work
Outdoor Sitting Room BeforeOutdoor Sitting Room Before
 Outdoor Sitting Room AfterOutdoor Sitting Room After - including oak seating and outdoor art
Cafe Deck Terrace BeforeCafé Deck Terrace Before
 Cafe Deck Terrace AfterCafé Deck Terrace After - lath fencing and stylish lighting
Enclosed Dining Area BeforeEnclosed Dining Area Before
 Enclosed Dining Area AfterEnclosed Dining Area After
Oak SeatingTwo seater green-oak sofa and matching table
 Outdoor ArtOutdoor art with uplighters
Main Entrance to Garden from the BarMain Entrance to Garden from the Bar
 Formal Dining AreaFormal Dining Area
Oak and Glass TableBespoke Oak and Glass Table
 Detail of the GlassDetail of the Glass
Additional Seating AreaAdditional Seating Area
 Detail of Tiled StepsDetail of Tiled Steps
Enclosed Dining Area with AwningEnclosed Dining Area with Awning
 Final DesignFinal Design
"Katherine has turned what was an embarrassingly dirty and uncared for area into the most usable and attractive outdoor space in Bristol. Our new, superbly landscaped garden (complete with decking, timber furniture, creative lighting, outdoor paintings, paving, tiling, designer pots and plants) was effortlessly designed and project managed throughout. To produce such a statement, such a beautiful and uniquely created garden, at a very reasonable cost and within the timeframe is a real testament to Katherine's talents."
Will Palmer - Hotel Manager