Garden Design

We offer a full garden design service.

What garden design actually involves

Good garden design is invisible in a sense. When it works, you do not notice the design — you simply feel that everything is in the right place. That sense of rightness comes from proportion, from an understanding of materials, from planting that responds to light and season, and from a willingness to edit rather than accumulate.

A well-designed garden addresses practical needs and aesthetic ambitions simultaneously. It considers how the space will be used across seasons, how it will age, and how it connects with the house and the wider landscape. This is what separates garden design from decoration.

This includes

Analysis of existing site conditions and opportunities Spatial planning and layout design
Hard landscape material selection and specification
Planting design, from structure to seasonal detail
Lighting, irrigation, and drainage where needed
Technical drawings suitable for construction
Contractor liaison and project oversight

A design-led approach

Every garden I design begins with the site itself — its character, its constraints, its relationship with the house and the wider landscape. I do not apply a formula. Each project is approached on its own terms, with design decisions rooted in what the space requires rather than what is fashionable.

Good garden design is invisible in a sense. When it works, you do not notice the design — you simply feel that everything is in the right place. That sense of rightness comes from proportion, from an understanding of materials, from planting that responds to light and season, and from a willingness to edit rather than accumulate.

Experience and judgement

I have designed gardens across London and the South East for over fifteen years, working with properties ranging from compact urban courtyards to large rural estates. That range of experience has given me a fluency with different scales, styles, and site conditions that only comes from sustained practice.

I trained in garden design at a postgraduate level and am a registered member of the Society of Garden Designers. My work has been featured in national press and I continue to develop my knowledge through ongoing study, site visits, and collaboration with specialist contractors and nurseries.

What I bring to a project is not just technical competence — it is judgement. Knowing when a design needs simplifying, when a material is wrong for the context, when a planting scheme needs restraint. These are things that cannot be learned from a mood board.

The garden design process

01

Initial meeting

A face to face meeting to look at the garden and discuss the project requirements. Here, we will talk about your design aspirations, functionality, budget and timescales.

02

Survey and site analysis

We take a full measured survey of the garden or planting space including levels, soil assessment, aspect and weather conditions.

03

Concepts, masterplanning and ideas

We present our ideas on layout, concept, materials and planting through 3d modelling, picture boards and sketches.

04

Developed design

The completed masterplan and 3d images for your garden design.

08

Maintenance and development

We offer a spring and autumn tidy service to ensure the development and maintainance of your planting schem

07

Planting and finishing touches

Our in-house planting team are on hand to lay out, plant and ensure the finishing touches are perfected. Please use photo ‘Planters’

06

Instructing a contractor

We help to choose and instruct a contractor for your build project.

05

Construction drawings, layout drawings and planting plans

We produce full technical drawings to hand to the contractor to enable your project to come to life.

What a garden design gives you

A professional garden design is more than a drawing. It is a complete, thought-through framework for your outdoor space — one that gives you clarity, direction, and a result you can trust.

A garden with a clear spatial structure that makes sense as a whole
A design that responds to the specific conditions of your site
A considered selection of materials that age well and suit the setting
Planting that provides year-round interest and evolves over time Technical drawings and specifications ready for construction
Confidence that the design has been thought through at every level

Who this service is for

My garden design service is for residential clients who take their gardens seriously.

Homeowners planning a significant garden redesign or new build
Clients who value design quality and want a considered, professional outcome
Properties in London, the South East, and selected locations further afield
People who want a single, cohesive vision rather than a piecemeal approach
Those who understand that good design requires time, thought, and investment

I offer end-to-end project management, working closely with a trusted team of expert landscapers and gardeners to bring each design to life — from concept through to completed garden.

Frequently asked questions

Do you work with small gardens?

Yes. Some of the most rewarding design challenges involve compact spaces. A small garden benefits enormously from professional design precisely because every decision matters — there is no room for ambiguity. I have designed many successful urban and courtyard gardens where clarity of layout and intelligent planting make a significant difference.

Do you offer garden maintenance or landscaping services?

I work closely with an expert team of trusted landscapers and gardeners to deliver projects from design through to completion. While my core expertise is in design, I offer end-to-end project management, coordinating with skilled specialists to ensure the finished garden matches the vision. This means you have a single point of contact throughout the entire process.

Do you manage the build?

Yes. I offer full end-to-end project management, overseeing the build from start to finish. This includes coordinating with my trusted team of landscapers and gardeners, conducting site visits at key stages, reviewing progress against the design, and resolving any questions that arise. Many clients value having a single, design-led point of contact throughout the construction phase.

When should I contact a garden designer?

Ideally, as early as possible — before making decisions about layout, levels, materials, or planting. The earlier I am involved, the more effective the design process will be. If you are building an extension, renovating a property, or simply ready to rethink your garden, that is the right time.

Do you work outside my area?

I am based in the South East and work predominantly across London, Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. I do take on projects further afield where the scope and setting justify it. Please get in touch to discuss.

What budget do I need for a garden design project?

Design fees depend on the scale and complexity of the project. The construction budget is separate and varies widely depending on the scope of work, materials, and site access. I am happy to discuss budgets openly at the consultation stage so that expectations are clear from the outset.

Selected work

A selection of residential garden design projects across London and the South East.

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If you are considering a garden design project and would like to discuss whether working together is the right fit, the first step is a consultation.

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I offer end-to-end garden design and project management, working with a trusted team of expert landscapers and gardeners.