Small garden design in London typically costs £3,000-£5,000 for a full design package including 3D visualisations and detailed planting plans. For complete design and build, expect £15,000-£30,000 depending on materials, access constraints, and features like lighting or built-in seating. The cost per square metre is higher than larger gardens because fixed costs spread over less space, but total investment is usually more manageable. Our pricing page includes a project simulator to help you understand costs for your specific situation.

A designer brings three things that are hard to replicate: trained spatial awareness (we see possibilities you might miss), horticultural knowledge (we know what will actually thrive in your conditions), and project management experience (we've solved problems you haven't encountered yet). DIY gardens often end up costing more through trial and error, plant failures, and materials that don't work together. Our design packages give you a clear plan that any competent landscaper can build, or we can manage the whole transformation for you. The initial investment typically saves money long-term.

Yes — consistently. Estate agents report that a well-designed garden can add 5-15% to property value, often exceeding the cost of creating it. In London especially, outdoor space is premium real estate. A transformed front garden improves kerb appeal and first impressions. A properly designed rear garden extends your living space and photographs beautifully for listings. Beyond financial return, you get years of enjoyment from the investment. Our full garden transformations are designed to last, using quality materials that age well and planting that matures beautifully.

Absolutely — we're proud of the feedback we receive. You'll find client testimonials throughout our project portfolio, and we're happy to provide references for similar projects on request. We also have reviews on Google and Houzz. During your consultation, we can share case studies of gardens similar to yours, including before-and-after photos and client feedback. Seeing how we've solved challenges like yours is often the best way to understand our approach.

We keep payment terms straightforward. Consultations are paid in full when booking. For design packages, we typically take 50% upfront and 50% on delivery of final plans. For full garden transformations including construction, payments are staged: a deposit to secure your build slot, then progress payments at agreed milestones (typically after hard landscaping and after planting). We provide clear payment schedules before any work begins, so there are no surprises. Bank transfer is our preferred method.

Our design process is collaborative, not prescriptive. We present initial concepts based on your brief, then refine together until you're completely happy. Two rounds of revisions are included in all design packages, and we use 3D visualisations so you can see exactly how the space will look before committing. If we're heading in the wrong direction, we'd rather know early — honest feedback helps us create a garden you'll love. Most clients find we capture their vision well from the start because we listen carefully during the consultation phase.

We offer a free 30-minute Zoom consultation to discuss your garden, your ideas, and whether we're the right fit for each other. There's no obligation and it's a great way to get initial thoughts on your project.

If you'd like us to visit in person, on-site consultations are charged (from £400) because they allow us to properly assess your space — soil conditions, light patterns, existing features, access issues — and give you detailed, actionable recommendations. Many clients find this investment worthwhile as it prevents costly mistakes down the line.

The on-site consultation fee is deducted from any full design package you go on to book with us. Get in touch to arrange your free Zoom call.

For full garden transformations, we recommend booking 3-6 months ahead of when you want construction to start. Spring builds should be booked by January; autumn projects by June. Consultations can often be arranged within 2-3 weeks. Our busiest periods are February-April and September-October. If you have a specific deadline — a summer party, house sale, or event — let us know early so we can plan accordingly.

Our full garden transformation service covers everything from initial concept to completion. This includes: a comprehensive site survey, 3D design visualisations, detailed planting plans, material sourcing, project management with trusted contractors, hard landscaping installation, planting, and irrigation or lighting if required. We handle the entire process so you don't have to coordinate multiple trades. Full garden transformation packages start from £17,500, with approximately 88% going toward labour, materials and plants.