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FAQ Garden Design

 FAQ the Design process:

  • How does the garden design process start?
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It usually begins with on-site initial consultation,  This is where we discuss your ideas, budget, lifestyle needs, and how you want to use the space
  • What’s Included in the  initial visit?
 
During this visit, we’ll walk through your garden together to explore:​Your Needs & Wishlist: Tell us how you want to live outdoors.Site Potential: We’ll evaluate the layout and existing features.Budget Planning: We’ll discuss costs upfront to ensure our vision matches your investment.​
  • What is the cost of the initial visit?

The cost is £45, this is non-refundable fee.Bonus: If you choose to move forward with our design services, the £45 fee will be fully deducted from your final design quote.
  • What happens after the first consultation?

After the visit,  I will provide the written quote for required and selected service.  
  • Can I request changes to the design?

Yes.
On the concept design stage is time to adjust concept before go ahead. 
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  • Do you provide detailed plans for construction?

Once the concept is approved depends from your service requested and quoted you’ll typically receive detailed drawings , such as:

Planting plans
Materials and layout plans
Lighting  (if needed)
Setting out drawings.

These can be used by contractors to build the garden.
 
  • Do you manage the build as well?

I can offer the Key visits  to check the construction is going according to the design. 
 
  • How much does a garden design cost?

Costs depend on:
Garden size
Level of detail required
Design fees are separate from construction costs which you will get from contractor. 

 
  • Do you work with small gardens?

Yes. I can design small urban gardens as well as larger spaces, adapting the design to maximise usability and visual impact.
 
  • Will you help choose plants?

Yes. A tailored planting plan is often included, selecting plants suited to:

Your soil and sunlight conditions
Maintenance preferences
Desired style (modern, naturalistic, etc.)


Can you design a low-maintenance garden?

Short answer -Absolutely yes.
 
  • Do I need a clear idea before contacting you?
 
No. You can come with just a rough idea or even no clear plan—part of my role is to help shape the vision.
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  • Do you only design, or also supply materials and plants?
 
I  provides the plans and definitely source the specific materials prior to the construction stage so all is booked and ready.
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  • What if I only want part of my garden redesigned?

That’s fine. Projects can focus on specific areas, such as a patio, planting border, or front garden.
 
 
  • Is ongoing maintenance included?
 
I can offer my  maintenance schedule service plan- simply you will know:what to dowhenand how to do. Some clients requesting  follow-up visits if needed.
 
 
  • ​Are you able to handle the planting?
 
This is the sole service from the entire construction segment that I am pleased to provide.The estimate for plant materials and the planting service will be presented to you during the planting plan meeting or shortly after the plan is adjusted and approved.
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