Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

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Bottle Kiln Design

Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

19 February 2017

“Dominic Stone of Bottle Kiln Design first provided a garden design and install contract at my previous property Old Engine Farm, Ashover Derbyshire in the early 1980's. I moved to Derry House, Matlock in 1997. I again sought Dominic out to provide a complete garden design and install, first in the late 1990's and again a more recently to refresh the original scheme with new paving to rear areas and to pave the original tarmac drive plus to lay significant surface water drainage channels and pipes. The experience I have of Dominic and his company is beyond excellent in terms of design expertise, product knowledge, installation skill, prompt work scheduling and commitment to his customer. His pricing has always been in my view realistic. In terms of his personal integrity, from the considerable experience I have had over a prolonged period of time it is beyond question, one hundred percent reliable.”

Victoria Philpott Gardens

Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

29 February 2020

“We really enjoyed working with Victoria. She helped us redesign our rather tired garden layout and unimaginative plants. After an initial meeting , Victoria produced some really interesting concept designs. Her extensive plant knowledge, ideas and enthusiasm have helped us create an all round garden. It’s a pleasure to look out every day to see what’s new and to observe the seasonal changes. We’ve had lots of very positive comments from friends and passers by. Victoria project managed the transformation and had a good team working alongside her. She is very professional and brought the scheme in on budget and to an agreed timescale. We now have a striking, low maintenance garden full of interesting plants and shrubs. It is maturing well and gives us great pleasure.”

Zelkova Design

Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

17 October 2020

“Very professional, fabulous ideas, great concept drawings to help visualise, great to work with and a breadth and depth of knowledge to help achieve your dream garden. We needed a complete garden redesign, as it was old and overgrown. We met at a show, their work on display gave me confidence to book a consultation. After an inital discussion about what we liked/wanted to achieve, the designs were presented in 3 different ways, we decided to use a blend of 2 designs. The planting up was done in phases (our choice) the result is stunning! Just what we wanted, bee and wildlife friendly, with colour and interest throughout the year.”

Sanctuary Garden Design

Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

30 July 2020

“Sophie has a rare talent for taking a boring space an making it into something truly wonderful. My front garden, which was a rectangle of bare earth is now a tropical oasis with lush palms, ferns, colourful heucheras and swaying grasses. We often receive compliments from passers by and visitors and it is known in my street as “mini Kew Gardens”. We absolutely love what Sophie has designed for us and we would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who wants to transform even then smallest garden space in to their own corner of paradise.”

Olive Tree Garden Design

Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

26 January 2016

“Having had Olive Tree Garden Design recommended, I was not too surprised at the response to my requirement. What did surprise me was the flair and ingenuity of the designer in taking what was a well developed but uncared for garden and totally changing it into a pleasing whole, evoking comments from all who visited and saw the final result. It is difficult to praise too highly the design and execution of this not inconsiderable project.”

Garden Blueprints

Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

9 February 2017

“From the initial contact through to the finished product Joanne has delivered more than my expectations. I couldn't be more pleased with the design, choice of plants, planting and plant maintenance. Joanne is a throughly professional individual and I would highly recommend her (only wish I had the means to put the garden onto the site to show you)”

Sophie Claire Hermes Garden & Landscape Design

Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

21 November 2020

“After living with a completely green garden for the past couple of years, I asked Sophie to add some colour to it. She listened to my preferences, took into consideration my desire for something low maintenance and sourced reasonably priced plants to add to my boarders. She took the time to produce a design sketch for me and provided pictures of the plants in bloom so I knew what to expect. She then came for a day, with the help of Mary, to brighten my garden and had great knowledge of the new additions and how to care for them and advice in relation to the previous trees and bushes which needed some attention to make them as healthy as possible. Months later and my garden is looking much healthier, many of the flowers still blooming with colour and with little maintenance from myself. Sophie is always on hand when I have a question about my garden, whether that be how much I can cut back, what to look out for if a plant isn’t doing so well, what the normal seasonal changes of the plants are and she can always advise on how best to care for each plant/tree. I will definitely be asking Sophie back to add to another part of my garden and most definitely to design something for future gardens.”

Lush Landscape & Garden Design

Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

2 December 2014

“Being a materials supplier, we have regular communication with Anna from Lush Landscapes. Several of our clients employ Anna for their garden design and visit our centre in order to finalize materials etc. Her designs are always of top quality, both in terms of creative design and detail (detail being just as or even more important to the practicalities of the project) We have had the pleasure of seeing many of Anna's designs develop as we have delivered products to site. From hard-landscaping through to planting, all aspects have been admired.”

Sue Hayward Garden Design Ltd

Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

4 May 2017

“We were bored with our square garden and had some ideas of how to make it more interesting but we needed someone to put them together in a coherent way. Sue more than lived up to our design expectations and was a great pleasure to work with. She listened well to our ideas and managed to incorporate all the features we wanted in a truly beautiful design. Now it is a really interesting garden with different views from different angles. There is a pleasure in walking round it via the new paths and it is lovely and green with a great structure I can build on over the years to come. A fantastically positive and collaborative experience.”

Designing Outdoor

Derby, Derbyshire Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

14 September 2017

“Outstanding garden design talent with very detailed drawings for the garden - both daytime and night time illumination. Many creative layout ideas, many creative plant and tree choices, colour for all seasons and a very good selection of materials (decking, paving, driveway, etc). The real deal - hire with confidence.”

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Whatever your Derby, Derbyshire garden looks like, and whatever its size, you can probably benefit from the services of a Derby, Derbyshire 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 Derby, Derbyshire 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 Derby, Derbyshire 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 Derby, Derbyshire.

Depending on the scope of your project, you may need to hire a fully qualified Derby, Derbyshire 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 Derby, Derbyshire 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 Derby, Derbyshire 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 Derby, Derbyshire?

When choosing your Derby, Derbyshire 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 Derby, Derbyshire:

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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