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Garden design process, in short… <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Designing a beautiful and functional garden is a complex, technically and creatively demanding process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As explained in the Approach<\/a> section, I am always guided by three main principles when I design: beauty, authenticity and kindness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are the starting point for all the decision I make at each stage of the project. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In general, the design process will usually consist of some or all of the following stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Initial Consultation <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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This is a site visit to discuss the project’s scope and budget, your personal preferences as well as the nature of the site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will normally take a walk around the garden discussing your vision and expectations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is also a good time to talk about your requirements concerning the scope of involvement on my part. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, you might need a full design service, only some of the design stages or just a few consultations at the key stages of your project. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I would highly recommend reading my journal posts regarding budgets<\/a>, benefits of employing a garden designer<\/a> and my design philosophy<\/a> prior to our initial meeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Land Survey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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This is a survey of the house and boundaries to serve as the basis for the different stages of the design process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For smaller and less complex gardens, e.g. reasonably flat and accessible, I will usually be able to do the survey in-house. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, larger properties will need a specialist land survey, which would be arranged by the Client prior to any of the design work commencing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Sketch Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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A proposed design for the garden will be presented as a floor plan and accompanied by other suitable visual aids, such as mood boards and computer generated perspective drawings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are presented to the Client in a printed or digital format during a consultation meeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following the discussion of the proposed design, I will make adjustments to the sketch plan if required. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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4. Construction drawings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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These are detailed drawings prepared for the purpose of tender and construction for larger projects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Information provided at this stage would include setting out plans and specification of materials and construction methods to be used. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This level of detail allows for the prospective contractors to provide accurate pricing when preparing a quotation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Detailed construction drawings also help to ensure that the garden is built as closely as possible to the the agreed design. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Planting Plans<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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If you require help with planting design for your garden, I can provide planting plans for your contractor to use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These drawings will specify the location of individual plants, as well as plant names, quantities, and sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Planting plans will also be very useful as a point of reference in the subsequent maintenance of the garden. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Are all of the design stages needed for smaller projects?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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After the Initial Consultation you can decide whether you wish to proceed with the survey and commission the preparation of a Sketch Plan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Construction Drawings and Planting Plans are not necessary for the construction of smaller garden, although they can be beneficial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, such drawings are highly recommended for more complex or larger projects, as they help to fulfil the original vision for the garden in greater detail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although the garden should be ideally designed as a whole, the construction itself can be phased over a period of time if required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I hope this article has helped you to better understand how a garden design process usually looks like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below you will find links to other articles on our website that you might find helpful…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And if you would like to discuss your project please don’t hesitate to contact us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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