Question 1

Why is garden design important?

Accepted Answer

A garden design is important for various reasons. Most importantly it enables the client to visualise what their new garden will look like once completed. Every garden is unique, therefore prior to any design work your garden will be analysed and surveyed in order to understand its total area and changes in levels.
The design will include specifications for hard landscape material types e.g., porcelain, natural stone, composite decking, fencing, water feature and soft landscape items including plants, trees and lawn areas.

Question 2

What is included in my design?

Accepted Answer

Within your garden design package will be a series of Vector works drawings drafted in 2D & 3D CAD. You will receive an initial Outline plan, Detail plan (with material specifications), construction drawings of features e.g. walls, step detail, setting out plan and planting plan with Latin plant names.

Question 3

Can you advise on styling?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can also supply and install garden furniture, bespoke planters/pots, sculptures and other styling elements.

Question 4

Can you supply and install outdoor kitchens?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are able to supply and install bespoke garden kitchens. Outdoor kitchen design has become a feature in garden projects. Reputable brands specialising in this are Grillo and WWOO outdoor kitchens.

Question 5

How much will my garden cost?

Accepted Answer

There is no set cost for a garden because all gardens are different and dependent upon many different factors.
Budgets for our garden projects start from £ 20,000+Vat and we have completed projects with a value of £250,000 Inc Vat.

Question 6

Do you have an in-house team?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our team members are all multi-disciplinary and accomplished in all areas of landscaping from design, construction and horticulture. Our team members have trained at the renowned horticultural college Capel Manor.
Unlike many companies, we do not use sub-contracted operatives.

Question 7

How long will my garden design take?

Accepted Answer

Gardens are normally designed in approximately 2-4 weeks and is dependent on scale and complexity.

Question 8

I do not have side access, is it still possible to landscape my garden?"

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are a large proportion of gardens in Central London without a side access and we are experienced in completing gardens with limited access.

Question 9

Which areas of London do you cover?

Accepted Answer

Our projects are primarily within Greater London and we have completed projects in Hampstead, Highgate, Crouch End, Muswell Hill, Radlett, Totteridge, Whetstone, Barnet, Kensington, Chelsea, Fulham, Putney, Chiswick, Richmond, 
Notting Hill, St Johns Wood, Islington and Shoreditch.

Question 10

Will you need access to our WC during the build phase of my garden?

Accepted Answer

No, we can arrange an external temporary WC.

Question 11

What are your working hours during the build phase of my garden?

Accepted Answer

Working hours are Monday-Friday 7:45-16:30.

Question 12

How long will it take to build my garden?

Accepted Answer

Anticipated project durations will be advised during the design process.

Question 13

Can you landscape our front driveway and front garden?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we landscape front gardens and are experienced in using various types of materials specific to a driveway e.g., granite setts, basalt setts, Yorkstone, Sandstone, cedagravel.

Question 14

When is the best time to build my garden?

Accepted Answer

We are experienced with building gardens throughout the year and to the timings that suit our clients.

Question 15

How often will I need to water my garden once completed?

Accepted Answer

Watering is dependent on the area of planting in a garden. We are able to install an irrigation system within the construction of your garden, which will allow for automatic and effective watering of your plants and trees.

Question 16

Do you design and build roof terraces?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we design & build roof terraces. We advise clients on appointing a structural engineer and any planning permissions that may be required.

Question 17

Do I need to arrange skips and licenses?

Accepted Answer

No, we arrange skips and skip licenses as part of the garden build process.

Question 18

I am refurbishing my entire home, are you able to work alongside our architect?"

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are experienced at completing garden projects where there is a principal architect e.g., we have worked previously with established and award-winning Jo Cowen Architects.

Question 19

I would like a garden studio; can you build this?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we install garden studios and are able to construct these to client specification. They can be fitted with lighting, electrical points and broadband. Please see our Instagram page for examples. Planning permission may be required.

Question 20

Do you install water features?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are experienced installing a variety of water features.

Question 21

Do you install garden lighting and electrics?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we install a range of garden lighting. All electrical work is installed by our NICEIC contractor.

Question 22

Are you a member of a trade association?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are proud members of BALI (British Association of Landscape Industries).

Question 23

Are your materials ethically sourced?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we ensure all the materials we use in our gardens are ethical. For example, our natural stone and timber suppliers are members of the Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) and The Forest Trust (TFT)

Question 24

Will you maintain our garden once completed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are able to offer maintenance packages for your garden.

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