Front Garden Landscaping in Chelsea that elevates kerb appeal and daily practicality. From elegant driveways and pathways to planting, lighting and discreet bin storage, we build front gardens that suit Chelsea homes.
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Chelsea streets demand front gardens that look refined and work hard. Whether you’re near King’s Road or walking distance to the Saatchi Gallery, we design and build smart, low-maintenance entrances that complement the architecture. Expect crisp pathways, premium planting and lighting that makes arriving home feel effortless. We also integrate secure bin storage without spoiling the façade.
Our team regularly works across SW3 and SW10, where Georgian townhouses, Victorian mansions and luxury apartments often have compact front plots and high expectations. We balance period detailing with modern performance, specifying durable materials and tidy edges that stay sharp. If you need a new lawn, a refreshed planting scheme, or a full rebuild including walls and fencing, we tailor the layout to your frontage and lifestyle. Access constraints and resident parking are planned into the schedule from day one.
We start with a site survey, drainage checks and a clear design proposal, then manage the build end-to-end: demolition, groundworks, paving, planting and electrics for lighting. You’ll get a written scope, transparent staging, and clean working practices to protect neighbouring properties. Fine Landscaping is known locally for punctuality, careful finishes and consistent communication. Every project is signed off against a snag list so nothing is missed.
Front gardens in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea often sit on made ground with tight service runs, so we locate utilities before digging. Parking and access can be restricted, so we plan deliveries, waste removal and working hours to minimise disruption. Many properties have shallow thresholds and basement lightwells, making drainage and levels critical. We design details—walls, railings, gates and paving—to respect conservation character where applicable.
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Costs vary with size, access and specification. As a guide, a simple refresh with planting, edging and minor repairs may start around £2,500–£6,000. New paving or pathways commonly fall in the £6,000–£15,000 range. A full frontage including driveway, walls/fencing, lighting and integrated bin storage is often £15,000–£40,000+. We provide a detailed, itemised quote after a site visit.
A planting and tidy-up project can take 1–3 days. Installing new pathways, small walls and a lawn typically takes 1–2 weeks, depending on curing times and deliveries. Full front garden rebuilds with driveway construction, drainage, lighting and bespoke joinery usually run 2–5 weeks. Timescales are affected by access for machinery, waste removal, utility locations, weather, and whether materials are made-to-order.
Many front garden works are permitted, but rules can apply—especially for new or widened driveways, changes to boundary walls, and properties in conservation areas. Permeable surfacing and compliant drainage are often required to manage rainwater correctly. We’ll advise on what’s likely to be permitted, check constraints such as listed status, and help you prepare information for the council if an application is needed. Nothing proceeds without clarity on compliance.
We provide a 10-year warranty on qualifying hard landscaping workmanship, covering installation defects in areas such as paving, walls, fencing structures and groundworks when built to our specification. Electrical components and fittings are covered by manufacturer warranties, and we supply certification where required. Planting is living material, so coverage depends on season and aftercare, but we’ll advise on maintenance and can offer ongoing garden care to protect your investment.
Chelsea homeowners often choose natural stone paving, clay pavers, resin-bound gravel (where suitable), and crisp granite setts for edging. For boundaries, brick walls, painted railings, timber slats and composite gates are common, paired with discreet lighting and smart bin stores. Planting tends towards structured evergreens, seasonal colour and shade-tolerant varieties for north-facing plots. We guide you through samples, layout options and maintenance levels to match your property and budget.
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