The West End Display Garden encapsulates the interrelation of ‘structure’ and ‘landscape’ in inner city living. Using a small lot in West End, Brisbane, we are testing our capability to become sustainable and building a food forest in the city. By planting productive trees and shrubs that can grow in dense or shady places, and by reclaiming lost spaces such as carport rooves, we aim to reduce our carbon footprint and create a green oasis in the city. The building and landscape works in West End are intended to be exemplars in sustainable living and the project highlights to clients various approaches, materials and spaces which can be incorporated in inner city living.
