Garden Design
My Ultimate In-Person Design Services
Solihull, Warwickshire, the Cotswolds & beyond
Design Only gives you polished plans and ongoing guidance to move forward with confidence. Full Garden Design takes it further. I’ll manage the project on-site, source your plants and stay with you through installation to ensure everything is carried out exactly as intended.
Both are built on listening to what matters to you, designing with planting at the heart and delivering a garden that feels uniquely yours.
These in-person services provide a complete, considered approach to your garden. Whether you’re starting from scratch or finally tackling that project you’ve been putting off, you’ll get expert guidance from start to finish.
I’ll take the time to understand not just what you want, but how you live, so your design works beautifully in practice, not just on paper.
Full Garden Design
Pricing is bespoke and provided following an initial consultation. Please get in touch for a tailored quote
This is the complete experience for those who want a bespoke garden with expert support from concept through to completion. You’ll get detailed plans, tailored planting schemes and hands-on project management to ensure your garden is brought to life exactly as designed.
I’ll be with you every step of the way. From that first consultation in your garden, through design development and revisions, to sourcing plants and overseeing installation on-site. This service is about more than just delivering plans; it’s about creating a garden you’re genuinely proud of, with the peace of mind that comes from having an expert in your corner throughout the entire process.
What’s Included?
In-person consultation
Detailed client brief, measurements and site survey
2D and 3D concept designs
Up to three rounds of design revisions
Final detailed 2D and 3D plans with annotations and dimensions
Complete planting plan with botanical names, spacing, seasonal interest
Maintenance plan for all plants and features
Project management from start-to-finish including on-site during installation (up to 3 site visits)
Plant sourcing from trusted nurseries
Plant set-out on-site to ensure correct placement
Styling and finishing touches
2 months of follow up support after completion
Design only
Prices from £1,450 - depending on size and scope
This service is ideal if you’re looking for a complete, polished design with expert support but are happy to manage the installation yourself or work with your own landscaper. You’ll get beautifully detailed plans, comprehensive planting schedules and ongoing guidance to give you confidence as you bring the design to life.
Starting with an in-person consultation, I’ll develop a tailored design that works for your space and how you want to live in it. You’ll have more revision rounds than the virtual service and a full month of email support after delivery, so you’re never left wondering what to do next.
What’s Included?
In-person consultation
Detailed client brief and tailored plant selection
First draft 2D and 3D plans
Up to two rounds of design revisions
Final 2D and 3D plans with detailed annotations
2D plan with dimensions
Full planting plan with maintenance schedule
1 month of email support after delivery for questions
Enquire about my garden Design Services
Ready to see what your garden could be? Get in touch to arrange an initial call and let’s start the conversation.
Garden Design phases
“We gave Carly a lot of freedom with our design and she did not disappoint. Carly listened to the items we wanted to include and came up with an amazing scheme. Her communication was great and we couldn’t be happier with the result.”
David - Houzz client
Not sure whether to choose full garden design or the design-only package? Here’s what to know
Choose Full Garden Design if: You want a completely hands-off experience with expert oversight from start to finish. I’ll manage the installation, source your plants and be on-site to ensure everything is executed perfectly so you can simply enjoy watching your garden come to life.
Choose Design Only if: You’re confident in managing the project yourself or already have a trusted landscaper. You want detailed plans and expert guidance, but you’re happy to handle sourcing, installation and coordination.
Still not sure? Get in touch and we can talk through which approach makes most sense for your project.
The benefits of in-person garden design can literally be life-changing
Being in your garden changes everything. I can see how the sun moves through the space, where it feels sheltered or exposed and which views need framing or screening. These details shape how a garden actually works.
When I visit your garden, we can walk the space together, talk through ideas in context and I can see firsthand what you’re working with; the soil, the aspect, the existing features and how you currently use the area. It means the design is grounded in reality from the start, not just what looks good on paper.
In-person design also builds a different kind of working relationship. You get to ask questions as they come up, I can offer thoughts in real time, and we develop a shared understanding of what we’re creating together. It’s a more collaborative, considered process and that shows in the end result.
FAQs
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Initial calls are free to discuss your project and whether we're a good fit. If we decide to move forward, the consultation is included as part of your chosen service package.
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We start with a consultation to understand your needs, then I develop initial concepts for you to review. From there, I refine the design through revisions until it's exactly right, before finalising technical plans and planting schemes. I'll guide you through every stage.
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As much or as little as you like. Some clients want to be involved in every decision, others prefer to trust my expertise and see the final result. I'll check in at key stages for feedback, but the level of involvement is entirely up to you.
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Design timelines typically range from 6-12 weeks depending on the service and complexity. Installation depends on the scope of work and contractor availability, but I'll give you realistic timeframes from the start.
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That's what revisions are for. Each service includes multiple rounds of revisions so we can refine the design until you're completely happy. Good design is collaborative and I won't finalise anything until you're confident it's right.
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Prices are based on the service level and scope of your project. Each package has a clear starting price, and I'll provide a detailed quote after our initial consultation so there are no surprises.
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The Full Garden Design service starts from £4,750, with the final cost depending on the size and complexity of your garden. Design Only starts from £1,450.