Front Garden Landscaping in Richmond that elevates kerb appeal and adds everyday practicality. From elegant driveways and pathways to planting, lighting and discreet bin storage, we build front gardens that suit period homes and riverside plots. We’ve completed many projects across Richmond and nearby areas.
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Richmond homeowners often want a front garden that looks refined, works hard, and complements the street scene. Whether you’re near Richmond Green or closer to Richmond Bridge, we create layouts that improve access, parking and presentation. Expect crisp pathways, well-structured planting and lighting that feels subtle rather than showy. We also integrate bin storage so the frontage stays tidy year-round.
The Richmond area is known for Georgian townhouses, Victorian villas and sought-after riverside properties, each with different proportions and detailing. In TW9 and TW10 we regularly design around shallow setbacks, basement lightwells and mature trees. For Kew, Twickenham, Ham and Petersham, we tailor materials and planting to match conservation-led streets and established gardens. The result is a frontage that looks like it has always belonged to the property.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, drainage routes and access, then provide a clear design and itemised proposal. Our team handles excavation, sub-bases, edging, planting, fencing, walls and lighting with careful sequencing to minimise disruption. You’ll get regular updates, clean working practices and a finish that stands up to heavy use. Fine Landscaping is based in Norbury, around 40 minutes away, so you get responsive support without compromising on craftsmanship.
Across the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames we often encounter tree roots, sloping approaches and sensitive streetscapes. We plan levels carefully, specify permeable surfaces where needed, and keep access clear for neighbours and deliveries. Parking and skip placement can be tight on residential roads, so we schedule logistics and protect pavements. Materials are chosen to complement Richmond’s period brickwork and traditional boundary details.
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Costs vary with size, access and specification. As a guide in Richmond, a simple refresh with new planting, edging and a small path might start around £2,500–£6,000. A full front garden remodel including driveway, walls or fencing, lighting and bin storage commonly falls between £10,000–£30,000+. Premium stone, complex levels or extensive drainage can increase the budget.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks on site, depending on scope. A new pathway and planting scheme can be completed in a few days, while a driveway with drainage, walls, fencing and lighting typically needs 10–15 working days. Timescales are affected by excavation depth, curing times for concrete, deliveries, and any unexpected ground conditions. We provide a realistic programme before work begins.
Many front garden improvements are permitted development, but there are key exceptions. New or replacement driveways may need permeable surfacing or drainage to a suitable area, and boundary walls, gates and fencing have height limits. Conservation areas and listed buildings can add restrictions, especially around materials and appearance. We check the relevant rules and advise on compliant design before installation.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for hard landscaping elements such as driveways, pathways, walls, fencing structures and installed lighting infrastructure (subject to normal use and maintenance). This covers issues arising from installation defects, including settlement linked to sub-base preparation. Manufacturer warranties apply to specific products like paving, lighting fittings and gates. We also explain aftercare to help your frontage mature well.
We design to suit Richmond’s period architecture and your practical needs. Popular options include permeable block paving, clay pavers, resin-bound gravel, Yorkstone-style paving, and granite setts for detailing. For boundaries, we build brick walls, install timber or composite fencing, and add wrought-iron style railings where appropriate. Planting can range from evergreen structure to pollinator-friendly beds, with lighting and bin stores integrated into the layout.
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