Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping

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London, Greater London

Award winning

11 years in business

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SW London's Specialists in Garden Design, Landscaping and Planting

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Tom Howard Garden Design create beautiful, functional and timeless outside spaces, looking after the design, build and planting of your garden. We pride ourselves on helping you through every stage of your garden project, from when we put your dreams onto the drawing board to when you host your first garden party! From traditional country gardens to modern urban spaces, our designs are carefully tailored to your lifestyle and aspirations, whatever they may be. Tom Howard designs gardens predominantly in South London but has had commissions throughout the UK, including a garden designed for Country Life magazine and Cavendish Stone at Chelsea 2011. We are able to travel to Europe or further reaches.

Services Provided

Garden Design, Hardscaping, Landscape Construction, Project Management

Areas Served

Wimbledon, Putney, Wandsworth, Kingston, Richmond, South London, Fulham, Twickenham, Balham, Clapham, Battersea

Awards

Merit - Chelsea Flower Show 2011 Best of Houzz for Design and Service 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020

36 Projects for Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping

Kingston upon Thames, Greater London

London, Greater London

Wimbledon Garden 4

38 photos

Dulwich Village, Greater London

London, Greater London

Wandsworth Town Garden 2

13 photos

London, Greater London

Wandsworth Garden

9 photos

Fulham, London, Greater London

Fulham Garden 3

12 photos

Chelsea, London, Greater London

Chelsea Terrace

13 photos

London, Greater London

Southfields Garden

32 photos

Twickenham, Greater London

St.Margarets Garden

23 photos

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50 Reviews for Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping

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Tom Lloyd

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Tom's service was fantastic from start (design) to completion of the works. The design was professional and hardly required any amendments because Tom clearly understood what we were trying to achieve and pretty much got it right the first time around. The 2D and 3D render/designs were very helpful to visualise. The work itself completed without a hitch. Tom was flexible with some additional work and also liaised with other contractors (our builders) plus recommended (and liaised with) others (outdoor kitchen, railings) and recommended some good places to look for materials. His communications were also very clear and professional and he was very responsive - all of which go a long way in this business. We would happily recommend him to others.

10 April, 2021

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Tom for the glowing review. Really appreciated. I'm very pleased with how the gardens (front and back) has turned out. I hope you're all very happy in your new house and garden. Moving back in just in time for the relaxation in the lock down rules! Enjoy!

Kapil

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Tom and his team did a fantastic job for the small garden space that we had. Tom conceptualised the space and was able to to incorporate so many details in the garden design that we were amazed. He also implemented the design impeccably. Having had experiences with other building contractors, we can safely say we have not seen such a professional team. Everything was well planned, there were no glitches. The project was delivered well on time and within the budget that Tom had indicated. The first day of the project it was snowing but that did not deter the team. They worked ceaselessly for 5 weeks. Andrei the main work man was superb. Tom and his team's attention to detail was amazing. Every small nook was taken care of. For our very small garden Tom's design is thoughtful and combines the various elements that we wanted including a 130kg statue. We cant recommend him enough.

23 March, 2021

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you so much Kapil for the review. So pleased you are as happy as we are with the end result. Looking forward to seeing you again in a month or so to see how the plants have bedded in. Meanwhile I hope you all enjoy the garden and just in time for the easing of lockdown! Best wishes, Tom

Stuart Groves

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Tom and his team are exceptional - both in terms of design and construction! Tom designed a truly fantastic garden that was perfect for the layout and available space. His ability to design to the space and integrate colors and structures is world class. Moreover, his construction team members are top notch. His team have years of experience and are always professional and courteous. Finally Tom brings a personal touch. He works closely with you to address any concerns you may have, responds quickly to questions, and is overall very positive. I would strongly recommend Tom if you want to really transform your garden into something exceptional.

21 December, 2020

HU-280589398

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Tom has been an absolute delight to work with. We were so impressed with his collaborative approach and his patience in guiding us through the garden design especially when we had a few strong ideas to accommodate. Tom was extremely thoughtful and gave us excellent direction and his attention to detail and knowledge was so helpful. Tom conceptualised and went through a series of iterative designs until we landed on "the one" . He was always appreciative of the back and forth between us and we valued his input, and willingness to listen and incorporate our thoughts. Throughout the planning Tom was on hand to answer questions and give guidance on plant selections especially regarding a number of important trees we were placing. He routinely kept us up to date on timings and the actual implementation and creation of the garden went very smoothly indeed. His team were excellent - great workers and a pleasure to have around the site. Tom was on site frequently and personally drove attention to details many others would let pass. We are absolutely thrilled with the results and have since then appreciated Tom's skills in ensuring the garden is constantly providing new delights during the year . We love just staring out at the garden -whatever the weather. What more can you ask for . Thanks Tom and we will look forward to the next project with you!

21 October, 2020

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Andrea & Stephen for such a wonderful review. I've said it to you before but your garden is probably my favourite garden we have created to date, well I've never photographed any of our projects as much as yours! You have both been fantastic to work with and it's always a joy to collaborate with great talent (Stephen the Architect!) and to develop ideas together that really compliment the house and annexe. Thank you and no doubt will see you again soon for another photo shoot!

Sarah Hancock Raphael

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Client

Tom did a complete re-design and renovation of our garden. We loved Tom's creative thinking for the garden and once we agreed on the design everything was done in a very efficient way. His team on site and very skilled and always worked in a clean and efficient way. Tom was on hand almost every day to deal with issues and help us make decisions. The end result was delivered on time and on budget - and we absolutely love it. Thanks Tom!d

24 September, 2020

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Sarah. It was a pleasure working on your garden and we think a great result too! Looking forward to seeing you 2021 to do the front!

Nadia Kevinson

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They know what they doing, they are experts in this field and they proved to us once again. I am very happy with our garden-space. I highly recommend them.

20 September, 2020

Sherry Hardie

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Client

It’s been a real pleasure working with Tom. He and his team helped us develop a set of designs for three outdoor spaces during the constraints of lockdown that we’re really happy with. He’s communicative, easy to collaborate with and is really good at generating ideas, from plants to structure to unique features. Compared to other landscapers we received quotes from, we also thought his fee structure was reasonable and added considerable value to our project. Overall, we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Tom’s services to anyone looking to upgrade their garden.

7 July, 2020Last modified:7 July, 2020

Andrew Wood

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Client

Tom and his team are absolutely first class and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. When contacting Tom I already had well developed idea about the space we were seeking to create. Tom interpreted the design cues we gave him brilliantly and incorporated these within the design for the garden we ultimately settled on. Tom's communication is first rate and he will be on hand whenever you need him and frequently on site himself to supervise the build. We are delighted with the end result and are confident that the investment made in the project will have material value add to the property itself.

25 June, 2020

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Andrew for such a glowing review - much appreciated. So pleased you're as thrilled as we are with how the garden came together. Small spaces can be stunning! Enjoy!

K F

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We hired Tom is 2017 to help us create a new back garden. The plot was about 25.0x5.5m, a typical long Victorian terrace garden in Brockley, South East London. The existing plot had been flattened due to ongoing building works, providing a blank canvass. Tom more deserves a 5 star review - he listened attentively, worked with us to understand our preferences, and then created various options for us to work through. The whole process was very efficient and enjoyable. Costs were clearly discussed and ran to budget. Three years later, we still enjoy a beautifully designed garden that requires (as requested!) minimal maintenance. Planting thoughtfully considered the garden exposure/sunlight, providing interest all year round.

26 April, 2020Last modified:28 April, 2020

Carol Begley

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Client

Tom was excellent from start to finish. He took our dark and overgrown garden and transformed it into a beautiful space which gives us tremendous pleasure. It is as if we have added a new room to our house. Tom took time to get to know us and was anxious to find a design that worked for us. His estimates were clear and transparent and the work was done to time and within the estimate. Tom was good humoured and calm throughout and helped smooth over some of the inevitable bumps that accompany a big project. I would recommend Tom without reservation.

10 February, 2020

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Carol for such a lovely review. We really enjoyed working on the designs and build of your garden and very much looking forward to seeing you in Spring and seeing how the garden is a year on.

Stacey Doepel

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Client

We first contacted Tom at the end of a lengthy 2 year build project, remodeling the back of our house. Weary and bordering on decision paralysis, we still faced the rather daunting prospect of what to do with the garden which we had given little thought to. Searching for a garden designer, we came across Tom on Houzz and really liked the look of his designs. It turns out that contacting him was the best thing we did! Tom presented us with some great design options to maximize the space and functionality of the garden – as well as looking good, we needed it to be a space where our sons could kick a ball about and despite its compact size, my husband also wanted a putting green! Throughout the process, Tom and his team were fantastic and we are thrilled with the end result. Tom incorporated all our requirements, was flexible and resourceful and very transparent on costings. He is professional, personable and very easy to work with. We can’t recommend him highly enough!

4 November, 2019

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Stacey for such a great review. It was a pleasure working with you on your garden. May you and the family have many years of pleasure from it and hope the plants survive the footballs (and golf balls)!?

Simon Lamb

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You don't need to read much more than the reviews Tom and the team have had. Our experience was the same as others. There is a killer combination of deep care for meeting your needs, incredible knowledge of his trade and ideas galore in terms of achieving your vision. This combined with an execution focus like few traders I have met over the years; every detail is considered and when there is an issue it truly is no problem. One thing to listen to is Tom's knowledge of what it takes to do something - there are cheaper but I am not sure there are any better. We love our garden. We are a fan of Tom and the team.

17 September, 2019Last modified:21 September, 2019

Comment from Tom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping:

Thank you Simon for posting such a wonderful review and thank you for putting all your faith into us to deliver your garden. One we are proud of and fun to create. Looking forward to coming back for phase 2 - the garden studio!

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