Design Process
Every project is approached as a collaborative and carefully considered process. While each garden is different, the work typically unfolds across three clear stages, allowing ideas to develop thoughtfully from initial brief through to completion.
1. Initial Meeting & Briefing
The process begins with an initial meeting, either on site or remotely, to understand the garden, its context, and how it will be used. This stage is about listening and observation - discussing practical requirements, budget, timescales, and long-term ambitions for the space.
Site conditions, orientation, existing features, and surrounding architecture are all considered, alongside the needs and preferences of the client. This forms the foundation for the design work that follows.
2. Concept Design
Following the initial briefing, a concept design is developed. This stage explores the overall structure and character of the garden - spatial layout, key materials, circulation, and the balance between hard landscaping and planting.
3-D visuals, loose layout plans and mood-boards are used to communicate ideas clearly, allowing the client to understand the direction of the design before moving into detail. Feedback at this stage is welcomed and used to refine the proposal.
3. Detailed Design & Project Delivery
Once the concept is agreed, the design is developed into detailed plans suitable for construction and planting. These may include layout drawings, planting plans, material specifications, and supporting details as required.
The studio often oversees the installation phase, liaising with contractors and overseeing the build to ensure the design is executed with care, accuracy, and attention to detail. This continuity helps ensure the finished garden reflects the original intent and is built to a high standard.
