A circular courtyard built around a central void — a still pool ringed by garden and bench seating, sheltered beneath a curved pergola. A green wall and roof enclose the space, softening the formal, structured geometry with living texture, while a “low window” cut through the planting frames a view out.
Shady, enclosed, considered — a courtyard designed to hold you still for a moment.
Mel Robinson, Designgroup Stapleton Elliott
Nearly 50 years in the industry and running her own practice since 2004, Jill specialises in natural play spaces that inspire care, wonder, and exploration in children of all abilities. Her Garden Show zone, “Whiria” (to weave), brings different cultures and stories together into one space of belonging for everyone – including the tamariki.
Expect curiosity, excitement, and harmony, with permeable pavers and porous walls that let the landscape breathe.
North Shore-based, with over 20 years of combined experience. Parrot is the team bringing the entire Garden Showcase to life this year — turning ordinary backyards into thoughtfully planned, built-to-last outdoor spaces.
From paving and retaining walls to planting and water features, no project is too big or too complex — which is exactly why they’re building this year’s showcase from the ground up.
You can take a piece of it home.
Kings Plant Barn is the Official Plant Partner of the Garden Showcase – pop into your nearest store to find the citrus trees, natives, and colourful groundcovers featured in this garden, with expert advice from the team on how to grow them in your own backyard.
