Small City Te Maara Kaainga by Dagmara Berent

Small City Te Maara Kaainga by Dagmara Berent is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2021 A' Design Award Rino in Hoahoa Whakamahere Horanuku me te Māra Competition Category.

RinoHoahoa Horanuku· 2021

Small City Te Maara Kaainga

by Dagmara Berent

Client: Aurea Garden Dagmara Berent

A' Design Award Rino Winner in Hoahoa Horanuku Category

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The Design

About Small City Te Maara Kaainga

He waahi iti me te 120 m2 te rahi. Ko nga wahanga o te maara roa engari whaiti kua pai ake ma te whakamahi i nga otinga e whakapoto ana i nga tawhiti me te whakanui me te whanui i te waahi ki nga taha. Ka wehewehea te hanganga e nga raina geometric e pai ana ki te kanohi: nga papa, nga ara, nga taitapa, te hoahoanga kari rakau. Ko te whakaaro nui ko te hanga he waahi whakangawari mo te whanau 4 me nga tipu whakamere me te harotoroto me te kohinga ika koi.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Rino

Ko Small City Te Maara Kaainga te toa o te A' Design Award Rino, he whakaaetanga whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa pai e whakatutuki ana i ngā hiahia ngaio me te ahumahi e tūmanakohia ana mai i ngā mahi kua hoahoatia pai. Ko ngā toa Rino e whakaatu ana i te pukenga nui, te tohungatanga teitei, te māramatanga mātanga me te kaha auaha o ō rātou kaihanga. E tūmanakohia ana ko Small City Te Maara Kaainga he mahi whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he whaihua, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Rino e whakakotahi ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa o te ahumahi, ā, he āhuatanga hangarau pūkenga tōna e hono ana ki te mōhio me te pūmanawa. E whakahonoretia ana a Small City Te Maara Kaainga mō tōna tōtika, ā, i hoahoatia hei whakapai ake i te kounga o te oranga me te āwhina i te ao kia pai ake.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: It is a tiny space with an area of 120 m2. The proportions of the long but narrow garden have been improved by using solutions that shorten the distances and enlarge and widen the space to the sides. The composition is divided by geometric lines that are pleasing to the eye: lawn, paths, borders, wooden garden architecture. The main assumption was to create a place to relax for a family of 4 with interesting plants and a pond with a collection of koi fish.
Dimensions & Packaging: Plot length 20 m, width 6 m on average. The area around120 m2.
Tags: small city garden, home garden, modern garden,
Production Technology: The paths and stairs to the garden are finished with granite slabs. The paths and terraces are made of composite boards, partially suspended over the surface of the pond. The soil from the digging of the pond was removed with wheelbarrows and buckets due to the very difficult access to the garden. Everything was brought in through the house or over a fence. We planted new colourful flowers and lots of tulips.
Design Challenge: During the design process, we had to create a modern garden that would complement the interior of the building. We also wanted it to be functional. We had to obstruct the view of nearby neighbouring buildings. During the construction of the garden, we had very limited access to the garden. All materials and plants were brought into the garden by hand.
Research: Before starting the project, we carried – out a vegetation inventory on the plot to be able to use it in the new project. We made accurate measurements and soil analyses.
Inspiration: The inspiration was derived from the small city gardens of Great Britain. Creating individual areas and a peaceful oasis was meant to allow everyone to have their own a tranquil place. The main goal was to extend the interior of the house and create more living space. The project was designed to divert attention from the hustle and bustle of the city and turn to nature.
Project Duration: The project was completed in 2017. The construction of the garden began in February 2018 and was completed in November 2018. In June 2019, the garden programme "Maja in the Garden" was recorded there. The garden is featured in many articles in major newspapers about gardens and home interiors.
Operation Flow: All garden features (lighting, pond, fountain and gazebo sounds) are supported by smart home technology. They are controlled by the owners' phone. The garden changes in the evening thanks to the designed lighting under the paths and numerous floodlights. Plants attract butterflies and other insects. The garden changes all year round.
Team Members: Designer: Dagmara Berent
The Contractor: Michał Osmański "Atria"
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Radosław Worek 2018
Image #2: Photographer Radosław Worek 2018
Image #3: Photographer Radosław Worek 2018
Image #4: Photographer Radosław Worek 2018
Image #5: Photographer Radosław Worek 2018