The 1804 Garden

In association with Melanoma UK and Band of Builders, the garden brings attention to the heightened skin cancer risk associated with working outdoors. The garden’s shape is inspired by the yellow and black radiation symbol – a familiar sign in hospital cancer centres – with three curved blades emanating from a central point.

Continuing this theme, three large, raised Corten planters are set between curved seating, offering a degree of privacy between the benches. In the planters, a limited colour palette focuses on white blooms with warm yellow accents, while above the seats, seven parasol-trained trees provide much-needed shade.

At the heart of the garden, a circular water feature supports a dramatic open sphere made up of steel rings. The sphere is not completely bound by rings – some, detached and levitating above the water, symbolise the eradication of cancerous cells and the process of healing. The sphere is reflective gold to represent the power of the sun.
 
The garden is bordered by a variety of trees and an abundance of wildflowers to attract insects and pollinators.

Also sponsored by:
Jem Agency

At a glance:

Who is this garden for?
A public garden. 
Where is the garden set?  
United Kingdom
Who or what is the design inspiration?connection to nature and
The power of the sun and our connection to nature and the importance this has to our wellbeing.

Key sustainability points

• The garden will be relocated to The Harbour, near Blackpool, a hospital that provides inpatient mental health care and treatment for adults and older adults.
• Self-binding gravel allows rain water to penetrate the soil below
• The garden will be built from the natural topography of the site to avoid using fuel to move soil for foundations
• On the relocation, any black pots will be given to local gardening groups for reuse.