Timber Batten Fence + Timber Batten Screen Details

Formed Gardens affinity for using natural materials and products in their landscaping projects, has seen the reoccurring use of beautiful, customised timber batten fence and screening details in the majority of their works.

Inspiration for this style of fencing is drawn from the well-respected work of Victorian designer, Fiona Brockhoff.  Fiona’s work, predominately on Victorian’s Mornington Peninsula, has always been a source of inspiration for Formed Gardens’ designs.  There is a softness and looseness to this style of fencing, that works seamlessly with a relaxed natural garden.

As the timber weathers and fades out, the soft aged grey tones blend with other aspects of the garden, whether its natural stone paving, timber decking or planting.  Formed Gardens encourage the plants in the garden to grow through the fencing gaps, creating a merging of the soft and hard elements of the garden.

A signature style of Formed Gardens is to incorporate timber batten fencing and timber batten gates for swimming pool fencing.  Dependant on the swimming pool design, the batten detail will be used in sections or used for the entire pool fence.  Swimming pool compliance is paramount for Formed Gardens when designing fencing, so will always be addressed, with the aesthetic detailing complimenting the safety requirements.

Timber batten screening can be used in the landscape to create a barrier or backdrop in areas of the garden.  For this purpose natural timbers such as Spotted Gum, Blackbutt or Ironbark is a popular choice or for a painted finish, an economical choice is to use treated pine painted in a complimentary colour. 

Timber batten cladding is another design element that Formed Gardens often adopt to use in their projects.  The cladding may be used to disguise existing structures in the garden and also used for new built items.