2023 Bord Bia Bloom Phoenix Park, Dublin

Catching Cancer Early

Gold Medal 2023

Project

The design features a charred boardwalk which represents the cancer journey. It floats through dense planting, allowing us to move through the garden, stopping at water bowls to pause and reflect. The large trees provide shelter and stillness while also representing strength and support, symbolising the role the Marie Keating Foundation plays for those on a cancer journey.

Client Marie Keating Foundation

Location Phoenix Park, Dublin

The Concept

The planting represents the beauty, hope, and positivity of the garden and remains in stark contrast to the charred timber. It shows that despite cancer rates growing, if cancer is caught early, more people are surviving with new treatments and supports available.