Process
Initially an on-site meeting to discuss your intended use, needs and desired look from the garden. A written brief summerises the meeting and forms the basis for further discussion.
Survey
If necessary a full topographical survey is recommended and is carried out by professional surveyors. This is used in conjunction with our own site analysis and information gathering.
Master Plan
Following from the initial meeting, discussion, survey and site analysis a concept design will be produced for review. This is presented in a variety of formats and usually includes scaled and rendered plans, sketches where appropriate.
Tender
An approved design serves as the basis for tender. We prepare a series of detailed documents, construction drawings, plans and images so potential contractors can submit a budget for assessment.
Construction
Once construction commences, we oversee project implementation. We attend and arrange regular meetings with all landscape related elements ensuring that the design is built to the highest standard. Construction may be phased if necessary.
Planting
Planting can also be a phased operation. Ideally planting is undertaken in the autumn, winter and spring months. When planting is complete, we return regularly to the site to ensure all plants have taken correctly.
Where appropriate we encourage wildlife habitat, organic principles, garden design and sustainable product sourcing because the environment is important to us.
- Hard and soft landscape design.
- Planting guidance and planting schemes.
- Lakes, ponds and water feature design.
- Lighting design.
- Advice on furniture, sculptures etc.