Landscape designer wins gold medal at flower show in Chelsea

A DESIGNER has won a gold medal at a flower show in Chelsea.

Landscape and Garden Designer Sonja Kalkschmidt, from Low Bentham, won a Gold Medal in her debut at this year's Chelsea Flower Show container gardens category.

Her design called Sanctum conceived as a versatile, pod-like haven that can easily be assembled in various locations, offering a unique blend of modern aesthetics and natural and calming elements.

Sanctum, designer by Sonja Kalkschmidt (Image: Submitted)

Sonja's design philosophy centres on creating spaces that harmonize with nature while offering functional benefits. ‚Sanctum’ embodies this ethos, showcasing how even the smallest of spaces can be transformed into a haven of tranquillity and well-being.

"I'm over the moon with this medal. It wouldn't have been possible without my team of over 70 people, especially local businesses, contractors, nurseries and volunteers from Cumbria, Yorkshire and Lancaster, “ she said.

Additional information about the Sanctum garden can be found on the official RHS website here.