The Moonlight Journal
Bridging the gap between the 2D sketch and the urban sanctuary. Horticultural artistry, engineering discipline, and nocturnal design.
What Dame Judi Dench taught me about “blind” design
The Muse: Why We Design for "True Sight
"At Moonlight, our design philosophy isn't random. It is rooted in a specific moment of clarity inspired by Dame Judi Dench.
Watching her explore the Scottish Highlands on the BBC—despite her failing eyesight—changed how I view a garden. She didn't need to see the veins on a leaf to feel the sanctuary of the space. She used True Sight: navigating by texture, sound, and the feeling of shelter.
This is why we build Digital Twins. We don't just want you to see the plan; we want you to feel the space, just as she feels the presence of an oak.
January Tree of the Month: Betula utilis var. jacquemontii
January reveals the garden's true architecture. Imagine walking through a minimalist winter wonderland where Betula utilis, with luminous white bark, captures the imagination. Its modern elegance fits perfectly in contemporary settings—whether as a statement row or a solo feature. Betula utilis boosts curb appeal and property value, making it a designer's dream tree.
AS SEEN IN THE WEEKEND PAGES
I am thrilled to share that my first feature article has been published in The Weekend Pages. While my roots are in physical landscaping with Stuart Savage Landscaping, this piece delves into the principles that underpin every design we create here at The Moonlight Garden Design Co.—specifically, the art of sustainable garden design.