Meet the Freedom from Torture garden designers

Explore the Freedom from Torture garden

Watch our video to find out more about the Freedom from Torture garden, the designers, and survivors who shared their passion for gardening.

Meet the garden designers

Two people, John and Emma, smiling at camera

John Warland is the recipient of 6 RHS Gold medals. He has a simple manifesto to amuse, bewilder and ultimately produce works of beauty. He works with innovative materials and best horticultural practices to deliver quirky, and thought-provoking spaces. 

Emma O’Connell is an award-winning garden designer creating stylish, sustainable, atmospheric green spaces that transform the way people live. With a strong eye for spatial design, outstanding horticultural knowledge and a reputation for attention to detail, she works closely with clients to create truly original gardens.

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