Stonemarket is proud to be at the cutting edge of hard landscaping new product development. Our design team keep their fingers on the pulse of trends in garden design. Trends for 2012 include a continued move towards gardens that are sleek and elegant outdoor spaces. In the words of garden designer, Andrew Wilson:
       "It was always said that gardens are slow to reflect change but the last decade might well undermine that tenet. The transformation of our gardens since the turn of the century from soft, rustic planted havens into sleek, architectural living spaces is not simply a matter of changing tastes but one of lifestyle choices and of a rapidly changing society.
       The majority of garden owners are not gardeners and the demands of the garden need to fit somewhere in the balance between work and leisure, family life and relaxation. The trend for living spaces to be enjoyed primarily for relaxation and entertainment has produced a different concept of the garden, especially popular with a younger generation who are coming to garden ownership with few pre-conceptions.
       As our population grows and density increases our gardens are also becoming smaller. Design emphasis has to change as a result and the ability to invest more in quality materials for these smaller spaces creates the opportunity for elegant and sophisticated solutions. The flow of space from the interior into the garden also creates the opportunity for a seamless connection and a single design identity in our homes and gardens.
       Elegant design solutions demand elegant materials and sharp detailing to stand alongside simple but stylish planting. The Stonemarket range provides such a repertoire that delivers solutions for designers and garden owners alike; cool surfaces and sophisticated colour ranges to add a subtle energy and a touch of class to your garden."