Complete Garden Design Projects
A full garden design project, planned and delivered around how you use the space.
Garden Design
Design a garden that feels exactly right
Balance planting, materials, practical use and atmosphere to create a garden that suits the way you want to live outside.
Garden Design
What is garden design?
Garden design is the art and process of shaping a garden around how you want to use it. It combines layout, planting schemes, materials, structure and mood into one coherent plan. Whether it's a relaxing retreat, a space for entertaining or a practical family garden, thoughtful design makes the most of the space you have and gives the build a clear direction.
What's Included
What could you do with your space?
Garden Design brings together many different elements. Explore the areas that could shape your project.
Design & Layout
Plan the layout, proportions and flow before any work begins.
Materials & Surfaces
Choose the right materials, finishes and textures for the look you want.
Structure & Boundaries
Add structure, definition and privacy where it's needed.
Lighting & Atmosphere
Extend the use and mood of the space after dark.
Drainage & Practicalities
Help the space work properly as well as look good.
Planting & Soft Landscaping
Bring colour, life and seasonal interest into the space.
Maintenance & Aftercare
Keep the finished space looking its best over time.
Inspiration
Find a style that fits your space
Browse garden design styles and ideas to find a direction for your own outdoor space.
Modern
Clean lines, contemporary materials and beautifully composed outdoor spaces.
Mediterranean
Warm planting, natural materials and relaxed, sun-soaked outdoor living.
Low Maintenance
Beautiful spaces designed to be easier to live with all year round.
Family Friendly
Practical, durable landscapes designed for everyday family life.
Small Gardens
Smart ideas for making limited outdoor space feel bigger and more usable.
Contemporary
Refined, design-led spaces with a calm, considered feel.
Outdoor Living
Patios, kitchens, seating areas and spaces designed for entertaining.
Naturalistic
Relaxed, wildlife-friendly planting with a soft, natural rhythm.
Before You Start
5 Steps to Planning Your Garden Design Project
A simple path from first idea to a clear, realistic plan for your outdoor space.
- 01
Decide how you want to use the space
Relaxing, entertaining, children, pets, gardening or a combination. Start with how you actually want to live in the garden.
- 02
Work out what stays and what changes
Consider existing trees, planting, structures and features that are worth keeping or designing around.
- 03
Choose the level of maintenance that suits you
Think realistically about how much ongoing upkeep you want your finished garden to require.
- 04
Bring the whole space together
Consider materials, planting, drainage, lighting, access and outdoor living as parts of one overall space.
- 05
Set your priorities and budget
Decide which elements matter most and where you want to invest your budget.
Costs & Budget
How much does garden design cost?
There's no single price because projects vary enormously. The most reliable way to budget is to understand what drives the cost and get quotes based on your specific space and goals.
What influences the cost
01
Size & Existing Condition
The size of the garden and how much needs removing, repairing or changing.
02
Access & Groundwork
Site access, excavation, levelling, drainage and preparation.
03
Materials
Paving, stone, timber, fencing and other material choices.
04
Features & Planting
Planting, lawns, lighting, walls, structures and additional features.
05
Complexity & Local Costs
The complexity of the build plus local labour and material costs.
See the Difference
See the difference good landscaping can make
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