Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

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DF Clark Design

Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

10 July 2018

“Rick and his team are professional, respectful and very helpful for a very decent price, it’s been a pleasure to work with them, I will be very happy to recommend them”

Earth Designs Garden and Build London and Essex

Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

30 August 2016

“Matt and Kat make a great duo; Kat's designs are innovative yet practical, she took into consideration the fact that we both work, making the garden low maintenance (although it doesn't look it), we have teenagers so they have somewhere to hang out, plus a little one on the way so she incorporated plenty of space for us add a tipi (another of Kat's brilliant and unique ideas). Matt's workforce were reliable and efficient, with the ability to foresee issues and address them rather than cause delays. They were polite, cleaning up after themselves each day and generally doing a smashing job. We are over the moon with our new garden, all our visitors have commented on the amazing job and we can't wait to see what it looks like during the different seasons. Both myself and my partner would wholeheartedly recommend Earth Designs.”

Aralia: Innovation in Landscape Design

Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

23 April 2015

“Aralia designed and built our small garden, transforming the ragged mish-mash of unplanned year-on-year additions into a more modern space with two water features and plenty of room to sit at various points to admire the planting and the design. Height is achieved through pleached hornbeams, black bamboo (which grows up rather than out) and a crab apple. The illusion of greater space in what is a small garden is provided by the rill and pond and pathways. Distinct planted areas now lead the eye to the flowers and plants. All completed with the minimum fuss and in good time.”

Jeremy Allen Garden Design

Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

6 November 2018

“We wanted to convert a large and unused space in our garden into an area which would predominantly feature planting. It was also important that it blended into the open country-side beyond. Jeremy devised a huge, naturalistic planting scheme featuring seven large planting beds filled with flowers and grasses with narrow paths in-between. The plants are arranged in large swathes which provides great impact and also makes maintenance much easier. This garden now looks absolutely beautiful flowering from May through to October. Jeremy did a great job and we would certainly recommend him to others.”

Fuchsia Green Ltd

Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

25 January 2016

“Lisa and her team transformed our overgrown impractical garden into the funky fun room outside our young family needed. We came to Lisa with some firm ideas about what we wanted and not only did she listen to those but her designs enhanced our initial thoughts. Lisa is professional, insightful, brilliant at what she does and lovely to know we would strongly recommend her. Ours is the curvy garden.”

Mary Mary Creates Gardens Ltd

Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

14 November 2017

“The Mary Mary team transformed my dull and unloved garden on a difficult site into a magical space. Several magical spaces They made access easier and I now spend as much time as possible in one or other of my hidden retreats. The buildings are fun and the planting a constant source of interest.”

Successful Garden Design

Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

30 March 2014

“I've had the wonderful pleasure of working with a very creative designer, Rachel Matthews. I've enjoyed her landscape designs for years via her website, videos, and books. Finally, it was time, time to get my neglected backyard going. For years I've been stymied by the lack of design and a backyard that looked down right boring. Rachel, was very responsive and dedicated to getting our design right. Through her emails and videos, everything we wanted was coming into place. I am now looking forward taking the design from paper to reality. And a "Wow!" backyard can finally be created. Thank you, Rachel, for all your help in creating such a beautiful landscape.”

Abel Landscaping

Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

29 September 2016

“Abel Landscaping and Darren have made a First Class job of my Driveway, Patio and Artificial Grass to a very high standard. This was all done while I was away on holiday, I was kept informed of all progress on a daily basis with pictures sent to my Mobile phone. That's what I call going the extra mile. I had some additional work done and was kept fully informed of any additional costs as when this happened. Thomas who installed my Driveway, Patio and Grass is one of the best Ground workers I have come across, with so much knowledge and great recommendations.”

Turning Leaf Garden Designs

Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

18 February 2016

“Karolyn provided a prompt and expertly designed concept for our garden which followed our outline brief to the full. It was pleasant to work with her and the thought and detail put into the design was extensive and good value.”

Mark Lane Designs

Southend-on-Sea, Essex Landscape Architects and Garden Designers

17 November 2015

“I am really happy with the design that Mark did for me. He was professional, helpful, courteous and his plant knowledge was incredible. He worked very well with my contractor and had great ideas. He provided me with hand drawn sketches as well as cad designs and 3D visuals. I can not recommend him highly enough!”

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Whatever your Southend-on-Sea, Essex garden looks like, and whatever its size, you can probably benefit from the services of a Southend-on-Sea, Essex 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 Southend-on-Sea, Essex 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 Southend-on-Sea, Essex 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 Southend-on-Sea, Essex.

Depending on the scope of your project, you may need to hire a fully qualified Southend-on-Sea, Essex 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 Southend-on-Sea, Essex 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 Southend-on-Sea, Essex 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 Southend-on-Sea, Essex?

When choosing your Southend-on-Sea, Essex 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 Southend-on-Sea, Essex:

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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