STEVENSONS LANDSCAPE OF THE YEAR AWARD 2008
Morgan & Pollard Landscapes Ltd - Dyslexia Discovery Centre, Christchurch
"This garden embodied everything looked for by the judges in this important competition. Nation wide there were many fine gardens entered but this was exceptional in its design, construction and its choice of plant material and in its central feature, the fountain. The introduction of fine bronze sculptures was a special feature and the bronzed scripts representing the reading problems that dyslexics struggle with were an intriguing part of the whole. Situated just off a busy city street and well equipped to withstand the foot traffic that will inevitably occur, this garden was the unanimous choice for landscape of the year."
Morgan and Pollard also received:
Maccaferri New Zealand Best Water Feature
"Small but beautifully formed sums up this delightfully crafted water feature; good design, superior materials and attention to detail are the hallmark. The water splashes quietly into an easily maintained central basin giving the garden movement without distracting from the whole. While this water feature is comparatively small it could not be faulted in any way; sited on a busy street it will delight all who pass by."
Water Feature Division - Gold
"Together with other features of this outstanding garden, the fountain is beautifully executed. A high central column is enclosed by a circular platform paved with basalt sets from which ten small jets of water rise and fall. There is nothing flashy about this water feature, just excellent craftsmanship and good taste; outstanding."
Over $40,000 Division
Landscape Design - GOLD
Landscape Construction - GOLD
Landscape Horticulture - GOLD
Landscape Maintenance - SILVER
The ground-breaking Dyslexia Discovery Exhibit was recognised with a silver medal at
one of New Zealand’s most prestigious landscape honours, the bi-annual New Zealand
Institute of Landscape Architects Resene Pride of Place awards.
“This is an extraordinarily beautiful garden in an urban landscape that offers an
incredible insight into the dyslexic mind and the creative energy within.”
The Dyslexia Discovery Exhibit plays two vital roles. Firstly it’s a fantastic space, a
serene spot in the Christchurch CBD for locals and visitors to enjoy. And secondly it
confronts dyslexia head on; the sculptures help visitors to understand that dyslexia is so
much more than a range of learning difficulties.