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The main house and the guest house were separated by one unbroken lawn level, which acted as a barrier between the two structures. Huge quantities of rock were removed from this area to create more inviting layers which descend from the larger building to the other; the resulting inclines were filled with softer planting in the desired colour range, and rustic steps were inserted to link the levels. Gravel paths – another unnecessary dividing element \u2013\u00a0were removed. In one corner near the house, a small herb garden was created.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The pale pool liner was replaced with a dark grey one to turn the water from bright to deep blue. Large tree varieties found in the surrounding woods (Quercus cerris<\/em>, Quercus ilex<\/em>, Acer campestre<\/em>) were planted on the banks below the pool to fill the gap between house and landscape without detracting from the view along the valley. The pool seating area was extended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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An unresolved area of lawn at the back of the house was hedged and given added interest with sophora (Styphnolobium japonicum<\/em>) and chinaberry (Melia azedarach<\/em>) trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A containing wall was built along the approach to the house \u2013 creating definition, providing space for better soil to be added for planting and giving a neater more impressive look to the long driveway. With time the trailing species planted above the wall will soften its impact; large bushes planted further up the banks will create interest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Planting by Garden Felici<\/a> of Cortona<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orchard planting by Giardini <\/a>Primanatura<\/a> of Pistoia<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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