about
Im on a mission to make peaceful garden spaces that encourage you outdoors
I want you to be enjoying your home and life more fully.
I want you to love your home and reap the health benefits of using your garden
Thats why i do what i do and why i created peaceful gardens
About the area
Our area is a beautiful one. Our landscape is hilly and inspired. We have micro climates, challenging terrain and poor soil to work around. Which make each area and home slightly different.
Some areas have very strong winds. Others have a thin layer of soil before the chalk, flint and clay begin. Some gardens are sloped and others are too overlooked. Some areas flood and others are overexposed by the sun.
The housing too is varied and interesting. You can see the makeup of the ground in our housing at times too with the flint on display.
That gives us specific challenges to address not found elsewhere. We also get unique opportunities to create especially appealing home and gardens.
About
There are many landscape gardeners and companies out there. Over the years of feedback, this is what I believe makes me, me;
I genuinely like what I do..I’ve always enjoyed gardening, woodwork and the outdoors. I love that I can to make cool spaces and useful things for people. I regularly meet amazing people. Everyday is different and I like dreaming up designs. I’m living the dream, its like making grown up landscape lego’s all day!
I listen to understand.. I’m always looking to fully understand what you want from your garden and how you’d like to enjoy it in the future. I listen and ask questions that explore what you’ve said. This way, knowing what we want to achieve, I can work backwards to make it happen. I want you to love the build.
Details Details Details.. The rise of minimalism and mass production has meant that many things we have in our home have no detail or personalisation anymore. I enjoy making spaces and adding the details that make it really yours, your expression. My nan used to say; ‘if a jobs worth doing, its worth doing well.’.
Love thy neighbour.. The fruits of this law of life means that I respect you and your property. I communicate every step of the way. I keep things clean and tidy best I can. I’m making choices that are for your most good. I highly value the trust that clients put in me.
Peaceful Gardens specialties?
Garden Woodworks
Landscape Gardening
Garden Landscape Design
A Team of Professionals
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Stoneworker
Depending on the scale of the project, a great stone worker takes on the large patios and crucial stone works . Many years of experience laying patios and driveways ensures quality works where it matters.
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Electrician
An electrician helps me with the garden lighting, water features and bringing power to outbuildings. From armoured cable feeds to particular fixture finishes, he's my guy.
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Gardener
For garden clearance, trimming and pruning at scale, I work with a wonderful gardener who is trusted with some incredible gardens in the surrounding areas.
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Roofer
A talented roofer is part of the team to help with non felt roofing applications. His experience working on house rooftops, extensions and outbuildings is invaluable on some projects.
Garden design & Project Management
Have a makeover in mind? I can help you maximise the enjoyment of your space. We can craft a garden that does what you need it to. Utilising what you already have and revitalising the rest. Zoning, sunlight travel, walkways, ground uses and surroundings are just some of the considerations behind a lasting, timeless design.
landscape gardening - Works big and small
Landscape shaping, water features, fencing, decking, gates, brickwork, sleeper beds, turfing, patios, seating areas, pathways, rockeries, flower beds, garden clearance, pressure washing, refurbishment/restoration and more.
Garden Woodworks
I design and build garden structures which range from a tailored gazebo to a simple shed.
Pergola, gazebo, arbour, shed, storehouse, workshop, playhouse, playground, sleeper raised beds, seating areas, summerhouses, outdoor bars, raised beds, privacy screens and more.
what to expect
Every project is different.
Some projects are small and others are full makeovers. My approach though is broadly the same.
Understand what you want and need, make a plan that addresses all areas, build build build, quality control and sign off.
As you are currently reading this please let me quickly thank you for considering me for your garden project!
I want to take a moment to walk you through my approach to landscape gardening and design, so you can fully understand the process and what to expect. Later I will give you examples of question I may ask you. It’s good to stir the imagination and get to the root of what it is that you want from your garden space. We like detail here!
1. Understanding Your Vision
Before we start designing, the most important thing is understanding your vision. I’ll ask a few questions to get a sense of what you want from the space:
How do you see yourself using the garden?
What kind of atmosphere do you want to create?
Do you prefer low-maintenance, formal, or perhaps something like an English cottage garden?
Any structures and focal points you’d like?
Your answers help guide everything I do.
This is where you can share with me any images / links to things that have inspired you to look into redesigning your garden space.
2. Key Elements of Garden Design
To keep things simple it can all be summarised into 5 categories:
Layout/Structure: Think of this as the "floor plan" of your garden—how we arrange pathways, patios, lawns, and planting beds so everything flows smoothly. It’s the foundation of the design.
Planting: This is where we select the right trees, shrubs, and flowers. It’s important to choose plants that not only look beautiful but also thrive in our climate, soil type, and the sun or shade in your garden. For example, I'll want to focus on hardy perennials and native plants suited to England’s cooler, often damp conditions.
Hardscaping: These are the non-plant features—patios, walls, water features, and more. These elements add structure, practicality, and visual interest to the space.
Focal Points: A well-designed garden usually has a few focal points to draw your attention—whether it’s a beautiful tree, a sculpture, or a striking water feature. We can discuss what suits your taste and style.
Sustainability: Many clients are interested in making their garden eco-friendly, so we offer sustainable options like native planting, rainwater harvesting, and organic maintenance solutions.
3. My Design Process
Here’s a quick overview of how I'll bring your garden to life:
Site Survey: First, I'll do a thorough assessment of your existing garden. We’ll look at things like the ground, drainage, sun exposure and travel, what we are keeping and whats to go, to ensure the design works with your space.
Concept Design: This is where I’ll take your ideas and preferences and turn them into a rough design. I’ll present you with sketches or digital models, so you can see how the elements come together. This phase is all about collaboration—your feedback is essential.
Detailed Plan: Once you approve the concept, I'll get into the details—specific plants, materials, and finishes. This is where we can calculate, finalize the cost and estimate a timeline of works.
Implementation: Finally, I'll move to the building phase. I’ll manage everything, from ordering materials to overseeing contractors where appropriate. You can relax while I ensure that everything is executed to plan. I enjoy it all so rest assured that you are in safe, experienced hands.
4. An Easy Analogy
Think of garden design like designing a house. Just as you’d arrange furniture in a living room to make it comfortable and functional, I'll place plants, trees, and features in the garden to create a space that’s not only beautiful but practical for your lifestyle.
5. Timeframes and Expectations
It’s important to remember that gardens take time to mature. While I'll install everything to look great from the start, your garden will truly come to life over the course of one or two growing seasons. This is when plants establish themselves and fill out, making the garden feel complete. The best before and after photos take a revisit years later.
6. I’m Here for Questions
Please feel free to ask any questions along the way. There’s no such thing as a silly question—my goal is to ensure you feel confident and excited about your new garden. I’m here to guide you every step of the way.