The garden has been designed taking inspiration from people living with rare forms of dementia, particularly visual and spacial forms of the disease. Using their lives to inform a space which can offer autonomy, hope and encourage activity among those affected.
The result is a place of contrasting materials, to help identify and locate structural components, and a simple layout that provides a balance between exploration and calm navigation. Central to this is a level path which turns through the garden and three seating areas with visually contrasting shelters of bright colours to help people discover the garden independently.
Together these elements showcase a bespoke environment for people living with dementias so they can find a place of enjoyment and refuge in a challenging world.
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Balcony Gardens
The Doorstep Library Garden: Words Take You Places
The Doorstep Library Garden: Words Take You Places
Feature Gardens
RHS Garden of Royal Reflection and Celebration
RHS Garden of Royal Reflection and Celebration

Balcony Gardens
The St George ‘Alright Here’ Balcony Garden
The St George ‘Alright Here’ Balcony Garden

Balcony Gardens
The Restorative Balcony Garden sponsored by Viking
The Restorative Balcony Garden sponsored by Viking
Balcony Gardens
The Doorstep Library Garden: Words Take You Places
The Doorstep Library Garden: Words Take You Places
Feature Gardens
RHS Garden of Royal Reflection and Celebration
RHS Garden of Royal Reflection and Celebration

Balcony Gardens
The St George ‘Alright Here’ Balcony Garden
The St George ‘Alright Here’ Balcony Garden

Balcony Gardens
The Restorative Balcony Garden sponsored by Viking
The Restorative Balcony Garden sponsored by VikingGet involved
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