Creating a memorable garden combining form and function

By LINSEY STONCHUS A beautifully done garden extends the livability of a home outdoors, offering wellness benefits, beauty and an overall sense of tranquility. Creating an unforgettable garden requires a balance of function and form – first considering the necessary must-haves for living, and then plants, art and other elements that enhance the overall space. “Set up for function first – [clients] see the landscape and the garden as an extension to live in from the interior space,” said Richard Hartlage, founding principal and owner of Land Morphology, Seattle.