One Garden, Three Styles.
The Design Brief
This case study shows how a site can be transformed into three very different styles. The plot has been based on the typical size garden of a standard new build.
Once you let your imagination run wild, there is really so much you can do to add charm and interest to your garden.
The Solution
To add character to a new build garden plot by demonstrating three different design styles.
Design 1 - The Foliage Garden
Design 2 - The Mediterranean Garden
Design 3 - The Japanese Garden
The Old Watermill
The Design Brief
For this case study, the brief was to design a family garden. The preferred style was for a nature inspired garden, but also a ‘shabby chic’ space to enjoy with family and friends.
Colour preferences include cream, greens and rusty reds which have become integral to the design. As this is a family garden, it was important that the garden was both child friendly and also provided plenty of space for play, including riding bikes around the garden.
Adequate space was required in which to grow fruit, vegetables and herbs as well as a private outside eating space which could comfortably accommodate ten to twelve people.
The Solution
I have designed a nature inspired garden where the focus has been on creating a family friendly space with a variety of plants, vegetables and herbs. To create a cottage garden style design, I have packed the borders with colourful planting which is combined with a range of edibles.
Colours of creams, greens and rusty reds have been woven throughout the design. Evergreen planning has been carefully chosen to provide year round structure and interest, where pops of colour can be enjoyed throughout the year.
The sound of running water was an important element of the design brief. I wanted to create a fun and child safe water feature that would enhance the country / cottage garden feel of the design and have therefore included an ‘Old watermill’ style water feature.
The Cat Friendly Garden
The Design Brief
The design brief was to create an outside space where the owners could relax and entertain family and friends, grow some of their own fruit and vegetables as well as providing a safe space for their cat to explore and play.
The preferred garden style was informal with lots of seasonal interest, so that the space could be enjoyed all year round.
The Solution
I felt it was important to give each area of the garden a purpose. A space to cook outdoors, somewhere to sit and relax with family and friends and a secluded space surrounded by planting listening to the gentle ripple of the water fountain.
Evergreen planting was key to ensure that the garden has structure throughout the seasons along with with planting with different flowering periods, to create an everchanging space to be enjoyed.
This project is currently under construction, photos to follow.
The Wildlife Retreat
The Design Brief
The design brief for this case study was to create a garden that is filled with as many variations of life as possible, a space in which the client could enjoy the natural world and pursue their interests in biodiversity.
The Solution
Step into your green oasis, where encouraging biodiversity and creating a calm and tranquil space in which to relax is at the heart of the design. Planting schemes will have large lush foliage to create that ‘jungle’ style feel, whilst still incorporating nectar rich planting to encourage local wildlife to the garden.
I have created a space that will provide the perfect environment for local wildlife. The dense foliage of the planting and the additional trees will provide shelter for birds, small mammals and other wildlife. Water has also been incorporated into the design as this is an essential element to encourage wildlife to visit the garden.
Services Provided
There are three levels of Garden design packages:
Mini Makeover Garden Design
This service will focus on an specific area of your garden such as a neglected border, the entrance to your property or even a patio area and redesign the space.
Standard Garden Design Service
This design package will re-design your whole garden.
Premium Garden Design Service
Our premium design package provides all the features of our standard package but also includes additional extras to help you visualise your new garden.
Mini Makeover
Initial consultation
Site assessment
Concept plan of specific garden area
Planting plan of specific garden area
Standard Garden Design Service
Initial consultation
Site assessment
Concept plan of your new garden
Mood board of your new garden
Planting plan
The Design Process
Premium Garden Design Service
Initial consultation
Site assessment
Concept plan of your new garden
Render images of the proposed design
Mood board of your new garden
Planting plan
Hardscaping plan for your new garden
Lighting plan for your new garden
Plant maintenance guide for your new garden
Step 1: Arrange an initial free consultation
Contact me to arrange an initial free consultation where I will explain the different design packages we have to meet your budget and requirements. I use this initial consultation to find out how I can help you and what is important in your new design.
Step 2: Choose your design package and set your budget
If you would like to go ahead with one of the design packages, I will send you a simple contract detailing the design work I will carry out.
Please note that I currently offer design only and planting services. This means that any hard landscaping such as laying paving or installing a fence will need to be carried out by a contractor. For an additional fee I can install the plants for you.
Step 3: Site visit
I will arrange a site visit to measure your outside space and record other vital information. I will also ask you to complete a detailed questionnaire about your ideal garden, what you are looking forward and any problems you wish to overcome. I then use this information to create a the design plans for your new garden.
Step 4: Garden design plans - first draft
I used CAD software (computer aided design) to design your new garden where I will create a concept plan. Depending on the package you choose, I may also create working plans which includes a planting plan. We then discuss the designs and make any changes, as I want you to be completely happy with your new garden!
Step 5: Finished design plans
Once you have received the final plans I will follow up to check you are completely happy with your new design. Please note that all design plans will be sent to your electronically as a PDF file by email.