All show garden designers express their delight at winning a Gold medal at Chelsea, but few exhibit such unrestrained jubilation as Japanese designer Kazuyuki Ishihara, as he literally jumps for joy on medals day. Instantly recognisable for his broad smile, dapper suits and designer glasses, his happiness is infectious whenever he and his team celebrate another top accolade.
Kazuyuki made his first appearance at Chelsea 20 years ago, with a show garden called Gen, or Source, for which he won a Silver Gilt medal. Since then he has exhibited a