Concrete Architecture | Reds Landscaping and Design

Concrete Architecture in landscaping is often seen of as a brutalist approach to landscape design. It is, however, possible to soften the design of concrete architecture with the use of landscape design techniques such as ponds or garden beds as well as using textiles such as cushions. The concrete architecture can also be softened with the use of naturalistic materials in the garden design such as timber or terracotta pots. The bringing together of cottage garden design with concrete architecture create a fusion of two very different garden design themes.

Garden Rocks - Reds Landscaping & Design — *Naturalistic materials like these garden rocks help to soften the look of the in-situ concrete stairs.*

Concrete Architecture design ideas

Concrete Designs

A visit to one of the bigger garden shows will help you see how to use concrete architecture in garden design. Possibly the most famous of these shows is the annual Chelsea flower show, held over five days in May each year. Unfortunately, there will be no show in 2020. Due to the time constraints of a 5-day garden show, much of the concrete will be precast elsewhere and craned into place. To see examples of in-situ concrete, a visit to some of the recently constructed Melbourne public spaces, such as Balwyn Community Centre or the Sunbury Global Learning Centre, will provide some ideas.