Between Chaos & Order
RHS Sandringham 2026
22nd - 25 July 2026
Sandringham Estate, Norfolk
Tending to plants can restore balance, clarity and connection. Informed by Dan’s personal journey from a high-stress cyber security career to training in horticulture, this border explores how gardens can support emotional wellbeing, especially for neurodivergent people
The border
Visitors encounter a calm, immersive space in cool blues, lilacs, silvers and soft golds. Layers of naturalistic planting, gentle grasses and tactile foliage encourage slower looking and quiet participation. Nearby, a reflective pool and stone seat add a sense of stillness. The design is also influenced by the repetitions and symmetry that characterise contemplative Eastern garden philosophy, with Neofinetia falcata shown in the traditional fuukiran style.
Vertical emphasis is provided by a structural Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii, balanced by a standing stone and upright perennials. The result is a restorative refuge for anyone seeking a break from the overstimulation of modern life.
Sponsored by Homes Reimagined
Homes Reimagined is proud to sponsor Between Chaos & Order, Dan Steel’s conceptual wellbeing border for RHS Sandringham Flower Show 2026.
Rooted in a shared belief that the spaces we inhabit profoundly shape our wellbeing, the partnership brings together two complementary approaches to restorative design; one within the home, the other through nature and the garden.
While Homes Reimagined focuses on creating thoughtful interiors that support comfort, clarity and everyday living, Through this border, Quintessence explores how planting design and connection with nature can promote sensory calm and help support emotional balance.
Together, the collaboration highlights the growing importance of designing environments that nurture both mental and physical wellbeing, creating spaces that enable recovery, restoration and a healthier relationship with the world around us.
