Phase 1 — Consultation & Brief
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A detailed site visit to understand your garden, your lifestyle, and your aspirations
We walk through your space together, discussing how you’d like to use it and what isn’t currently working.
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Following the visit, you receive:
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• A clear written brief summarising your goals

• Outline of design fees and process

• Initial direction for your garden

Phase 2 — Concept Design

Developing the overall layout and feel of your garden
Using site analysis and measurements, I create a concept design that establishes the structure of your garden.
This includes:

• A scaled layout plan

• Spatial arrangement and key features

• Early material and planting direction

At this stage, the focus is on how the space works and flows, rather than fine detail.

Phase 3 — Developed Design
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Refining the concept into a cohesive, resolved design
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Once the concept is agreed, the design is developed further to define the layout and key elements.
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You’ll receive:

• A fully resolved masterplan

• Material palette and key features

• Integration of structure and space​

 The design becomes clear, balanced, and ready to move forward.

Phase 4 — Technical Design
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Preparing detailed information for accurate construction
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Detailed drawings are produced to guide the build process and ensure everything is properly coordinated.
These may include:

• Setting out plans

• Levels and construction details

• Lighting and layout coordination

 
 This stage ensures your garden is not just beautiful, but buildable.

Phase 5 — Planting Design
 

A carefully considered planting scheme that brings the garden to life
Planting plays a central role in how your garden feels — adding softness, movement, and seasonal interest.
The planting design is developed to complement the structure of the garden and the conditions of your site.
 

You’ll receive:

• A detailed planting plan

• Plant schedules and quantities

• Guidance on character, seasonal interest, and long-term growth

 

The aim is a planting scheme that feels natural, resilient, and connected to its surroundings — not decorative, but integral.

Phase 6 — Build & Implementation

 

Bringing the design to life

 

You can work with your chosen contractor or I can recommend trusted landscapers.

 

During the build:

• I remain available to support and guide

• Site input can be provided where needed

• The design is followed closely to ensure quality

 

The result is a cohesive, well-built garden that reflects the original vision.