In January 2007 I was approached by David Downey the owner of The Bank Restaurant and Night club in Newry N Ireland .

The smoking ban was about to impact the establishment and they were looking for a solution. David liked the African Pot House and wanted to know if they could be incorporated within the overall design of the beer garden.

So in February 2006 I visited the Pub and was asked to put forward a presentation on a redesign of the service yard to the rear of the pub , this being the only area available.

We developed several alternatives and finally got the approval  for a scheme incorporating 3 African Pot Houses  on the upper deck as a chill out area with  some of our large pots and green man mural all planted out with lush plants .

African warriors outside each pot complete the transformation.

On the lower custom built deck there would be an informal seating area with  a mixture of rustic feature seating and benching  all under electric heat lamps  where smokers could chill with friends and enjoy the surroundings .

The heated pot houses have been a huge success and have been used all over winter as a warm cosy place to chill out.

The Beer garden was opened by Shane Ward  (winner of the X Factor)  in September 2006

The following are  before and after pictures of the Beer Garden .

If you would like us to transform an area in your Garden or Pub  please do not hesitate to contact us .