Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

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1-2-1 Garden Design

Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

16 January 2019

“Nigel came round to offer his 'garden design in a day' service. We have a difficult sloping garden and he was really good at understanding what we wanted and also helping us to think about things we hadn't considered. He also took careful consideration of our budget and came up with a really innovative but practical design and helped us find a suitable contractor. The garden looks great, we use it so much more and the design has attracted many compliments.”

Plum Garden Designs Limited

Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

14 May 2019

“Alex has an amazing eye for garden design. Her knowledge of what will work in different areas of the garden has been invaluable. The drawings are clear and give you a great idea of how it will look when its all finished. Our garden is really taking shape and I can not recommend her highly enough.”

James Lee Landscape Design

Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

3 April 2019

“It was a pleasure to work with James Lee Landscape Design on this project. He was extremely professional, customer-focused and easy to work with. His attention to detail and high quality of design was integral to the success of this project. I highly recommend his services.”

Garden Design Guru

Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

4 September 2015

“Our project was to develop a medium-sized garden, four miles from the Sussex coast, which faces south-west and suffers strong winds, lethal for many plant species, Barry Chambers of Changing Scenes, of Bognor Regis, successfully designed a colourful garden of raised flower beds, mature trees, large shrubs, a vegetable and sitting area and a stone beach with seaside plants, creating a frame for views across fields and glorious sunsets. The work was put out to tender to about five firms, with husband and wife team Keymer Landscapes, of Barnham, Bognor Regis, who I would also recommend, selected. Barry Chambers' knowledge of plants, and their survival in these conditions, is excellent, as is his ability to explain his choices without pretension. The construction and gardening was hands-on supervised by Barry who regularly returns, post-project, to add plants and check the progress of the garden and its maintenance. Amanda Pearce, Highleigh, Chichester.”

Anita Sullivan Gardens

Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

5 July 2015

“We have a small city-centre back garden and two young children. Anita visited and talked through our ideas for how we could create a safe space for the children to play and also somewhere we could sit and relax in. She listened to our ideas, asked questions and made suggestions, to help understand exactly what we needed. The resulting designs, planting plan and cost breakdown were clear, beautifully put together and promptly delivered, and have given us a brilliant plan to follow. Anita was patient, informed and creative, and also very relaxed about whether we went ahead with her plan in full, with her help to build the structures and do the planting, or chose another supplier, or just undertook the plans step by step ourselves. The whole experience was incredibly helpful and enjoyable. We're following Anita's design together in stages ourselves and the garden is already transformed into a space we use everyday.”

Rachel Goozee Garden & Planting design

Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

11 October 2020

“Rachel has gone above and beyond to transform our little walled garden in sunny Sussex. Her professionalism and plant knowledge encouraged us to ditch the grass and small borders in favour of seating areas of beige sawn sandstone and big borders with all-year interest. Boring shrubs have been replaced with trees, grasses and beautiful flowers combined with Way markers and Corten steel. Rachel has given our garden a real sense of place and we would highly recommend using her services. It has lifted our small outside space to another level and made it look SO much bigger. We couldn’t be happier with the end result.”

Paul Dix Gardens

Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

17 September 2016

“Moved to new house where garden had been totally neglected by previous tenants. Paul did an excellent job of strimming and cutting back the lawn, and expertly cut borders either side. Nine months later we now have shrubs, bushes, a flat lawn and even tomatoes! Highly recommend Paul for his professional workmanship and excellent advice.”

Anna Helps Garden Design

Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

23 March 2018

“Moving in to a brand new house we had a blank canvas with which to work, and count ourselves most fortunate when we were recommended to Anna by a neighbour. It was clear from the outset that Anna works with a process, first asking us what our priorities are and how much time we would be willing to give to ongoing maintenance etc. the brief we gave her was for low maintenance, year round colour, koi pool and dog friendly. At every point Anna exceeded our expectations. She has also kept her word by performing regular garden check-ups to make sure we're on track. Highly recommended.”

Architectural Plants Ltd

Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

22 January 2015

“Architectural Plants provide a fantastic service. They are so knowledgable and professional whilst remaining friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble, from choosing, designing, planting, watering system, and even pruning!! Their plants are superb quality, every time, from small shrubs to our wonderful cork oak trees! I couldn't recommend them any more!!”

Emerging Landscape Design

Brighton, East Sussex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

28 March 2018

“After 20+ years of living in the same house which had undergone numerous changes over the years, the garden was due a ‘makeover’ it had served us well as a family garden but our needs had changed (along with the ability to manage it) therefore time to look for an ‘expert’… Anthony Arnold of Emerging Landscapes stood out from others with the time he took to listen and understand our needs, wishes and not least, budget constraints. His approach is collaborative, very important as we wished to retain a few existing features which he needed to incorporate in the design. He explained and involved us in the design process along the way, from detailed site survey (we have a terraced garden, so not an easy task) concept drawing to final plan. He is innovative and creative and his desire to create a beautiful space that answers our needs and we can enjoy for many more years with minimum maintenance was very apparent. Our enthusiasm for the garden has been re-ignited.”

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Whatever your Brighton, East Sussex garden looks like, and whatever its size, you can probably benefit from the services of a Brighton, East Sussex garden designer or landscape architect. If you want to completely overhaul the look of your garden or perhaps just make some smaller changes but don’t know where to start, hiring a garden design professional in Brighton, East Sussex is the first step. Not only can a landscape architect design a garden that a Chelsea award winner might be proud of, they can also completely change the value of your Brighton, East Sussex home by looking at your landscape architecture as a whole. The work of a landscape architect serves much more than your garden; it makes the most of your outdoor space in a way that showcases your entire home. Landscape architects and garden designers do differ in the types of services they offer so it’s best to have some idea as to what you want to achieve before hiring a professional.

Do I need a garden designer or landscape architect?

Although there are similarities between both professions, there are some key differences which you will need to consider when choosing the right landscape architect or garden designer or firm for your job in Brighton, East Sussex.

Depending on the scope of your project, you may need to hire a fully qualified Brighton, East Sussex landscape architect and not a garden designer. Typically, a landscape architect would be needed for larger jobs that may involve structural changes or reconstructing the garden.

What is a landscape architect?

Much like architecture, surveying or accountancy, landscape architecture is a chartered profession. In order to become a fully fledged landscape architect, you will need to have a degree and need to study ‘on the job’ to qualify. Additionally you will need to be a member of a qualifying and regulation authority of the profession such as the Landscape Institute.

A landscape architect will handle all design, supply, construction and administrative elements of your garden or landscaping project. They will take into account your needs, the climate and unique advantages and constraints of the landscape architecture. Typically, work will be based on ecological and environmental considerations, and a garden will be planned not only to look its best but also to facilitate future maintenance and growth so that it continues to flourish. A landscape architect can also design any outdoor buildings that are to be featured in your garden. Everything from design blueprints through to the plants themselves should be provided by your landscape architect. If there is other architectural development taking place on your site, bring the landscape architect in as early as possible.

The expertise a landscape architect can apply to understanding your space and the natural environment could be vital to planning your project. Let your Brighton, East Sussex landscape architect work closely with your architect, surveyor and any other contractors in order to develop landscape architecture that works with any other construction. This is important from a design perspective as well as on a practical level – changes to the grading of a landscape and modifications such as drainage can have serious implications on the viability of your land for extensive building and structural works. In order to resolve any planning permission issues, submit all applications for building and landscape architecture together, well ahead of the project.

What is a garden designer?

Garden designers will provide a complete service, including planting plans, hard landscape elements (paths, walls, paving, decking) and special features such as water features, lighting and garden furniture. A Brighton, East Sussex garden designer can do design-only work for their clients and work with a garden contractor to finish the job or complete the whole thing themselves.

A garden designer has a different career path to a landscape architect so it is not essential to have a degree. Many garden designers will complete several courses to learn about their profession and to hone their skills - some will also eventually go on to become landscape architects.

The scope of garden designers, or landscape gardeners, is often more limited to green space projects which will optimise your existing outdoor space rather than altering the landscape architecture as a whole. Whereas landscape architects specialise in the structural aspect of garden planning and building, garden designers will carry out projects that are of aesthetic and horticultural value. Landscape gardeners will make your garden the best version of itself with features such as walkways, patios, water features, fences and lighting, as well as choosing the right plants, trees and flowers. The practical role of a garden designer may vary by firm – some offer just the plans, requiring a separate contractor, while others fulfil the project in its entirety, from conceptualisation of the landscape gardening to construction. Don’t be put off by the former if you happen to find a good garden designer that you like – he or she will have local industry connections to introduce you to quality, reliable gardening professionals with whom they have existing relationships. Here are some related professionals and vendors to complement the work of landscape architects & garden designers: Landscape Contractors, Garden & Landscape Supplies, Tree Services, Lawn & Sprinklers, Decks, Patios, Sheds & Summerhouses.

How do I choose good landscape architects or garden designers in Brighton, East Sussex?

When choosing your Brighton, East Sussex garden designer or landscape architect, be sure to research their qualifications and look at examples of their previous work. Any good garden professional will have a portfolio of previous projects which can be used to assess their skill level and whether or not their style is in line with ideas you may have. Once you have shortlisted or chosen your architect or designer, an on-site meeting is essential so they can see exactly what they’ll be working with. Stay briefed on all plans and developments, both before and during the project as a plan you approved previously may change during the course of the project. Be very clear on your budget – just like plans, costs may alter while work is underway so ensure your professional keeps you informed and does not incur additional expense without approval. If you are open-minded and budget-conscious, consider approaching new graduates keen for experience, who may negotiate a lower rate than more experienced professionals.

Questions to ask prospective landscape architects or garden designers in Brighton, East Sussex:

What do your services include?
Can you provide me with references?
How long have you been a landscape architect or garden designer?
What is your certification?
Do you have liability insurance?
How much do you charge, and what does that include?
What regions and climates are you skilled in?
Can you accommodate my special requests?
What types of renderings will you produce?
What is your experience with similar landscape architecture or garden projects?
When can you complete this project?
Who will be working on the project design?
What happens when costs exceed budget, whether due to materials or labor pricing changes?
What about changes made by the client or by the professionals — what kinds of situations would cause those costs to be incurred?
Can you provide me with a written estimate?
What will I need to provide?

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