Savills is proud to announce its continued support of Bord Bia Bloom, Ireland's largest gardening and horticulture event, by sponsoring award-winning garden designer and horticulturist, Alan Rudden for the second consecutive year. Rudden will be designing the Savills Sanctuary garden at this year's Bord Bia Bloom, showcasing the transformative potential of a city plot into an urban sanctuary.
The Savills Sanctuary garden expertly combines minimal architecture with nature, designed to complement a contemporary home. Ribbons of feature walls, etched through a wild and natural plant scheme, bring a sculptural element to the garden while creating depth. A sunken seating area, sheltered by a cantilever pavilion, forms the garden's centrepiece. Large, clipped pillow domes, scattered throughout the space, contrast with the soft, unkept meadow grass and wildflowers. A narrow water rill, featuring three small cascades, adds the soothing sound of trickling water.
Commenting on the project, Alan Rudden said:
"I'm thrilled to be working with Savills again on the Sanctuary garden for Bord Bia Bloom 2023. This design showcases the importance of creating a harmonious balance between nature and contemporary living, promoting sustainability and wellbeing within urban spaces."
Mark Reynolds, Managing Director, Savills Ireland, shared the company's enthusiasm for the partnership, stating:
"Savills is committed to supporting initiatives like Bord Bia Bloom that inspire and educate the public on the value of green spaces in urban environments. We are proud to sponsor Alan Rudden, a talented garden designer who shares our vision for the future of sustainable urban living. The Savills Sanctuary garden will undoubtedly serve as an inspiration for visitors to create their own urban havens."
Bord Bia Bloom 2023 will take place from June 1-5, attracting thousands of visitors from Ireland and overseas.