Garden Design in Penge that turns awkward plots into calm, usable outdoor spaces. From planting plans to 3D visualisation and lighting, we design for how you live. Based nearby in Norbury, we’re around 15 minutes away.
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If your SE20 garden feels overlooked, shaded or simply underused, our design team can reshape it with purpose. We work across Penge and nearby Anerley, creating layouts that balance entertaining space with greenery. Expect clear plans for levels, paths, patios and planting, plus optional 3D visuals so you can see the finished result before work begins. We’re often on and around Penge High Street and close to Penge East station, so surveys and follow-ups are straightforward.
Penge’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period conversions often come with long, narrow gardens and tricky boundaries. We design to make these spaces feel wider, brighter and easier to maintain, with smart zoning and planting that suits sun and shade. Where access is tight, we plan materials and build sequences to reduce disruption. If you’re near Crystal Palace or Beckenham, we can also tailor designs for larger plots and mature trees.
Our process starts with a site visit, measurements and a design brief, then moves into concept layouts, detailed planting plans and hard landscaping design. You’ll receive a clear, buildable package that contractors can price accurately, and we can also deliver the full project if you want one team from start to finish. We keep communication simple, with staged approvals and realistic timelines. Homeowners trust us for tidy working practices, durable detailing and a design that performs in real life, not just on paper.
We’re familiar with the garden shapes and access constraints common around SE20 terraces, including narrow side returns and shared boundaries. Where parking is limited, we plan deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption. We also consider local drainage and levels, specifying permeable options where appropriate. For projects that may touch boundary walls, trees or front areas, we’ll advise on any London Borough of Bromley requirements before you commit.
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Design-only work typically falls between £500–£2,500, depending on garden size, complexity and whether you want extras like 3D visualisation, lighting design or water features. If you choose a full build, most projects we see locally land around £5,000–£25,000, influenced by paving, retaining, drainage, planting maturity and access. After a site visit, we’ll outline a realistic budget range and options to suit it.
Most design-and-build projects take 2–8 weeks once work starts, with timing driven by the amount of hard landscaping, curing times for concrete, and the number of bespoke elements (steps, pergolas, water features). Design time can run alongside material selection and scheduling. Weather, access for machinery, and lead times for porcelain, timber or specialist lighting can also affect the programme. We provide a staged plan so you know what happens when.
Many garden changes are permitted development, such as patios, paths, planting and most fences within height limits. However, rules can change if you’re altering levels significantly, working near a highway, installing large outbuildings, or if your home is in a conservation area or affected by tree protections. We flag likely permission or party wall considerations during the survey and can help you check requirements with the London Borough of Bromley before construction begins.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty on eligible hard landscaping installations, covering defects arising from installation rather than normal wear. This includes items like paving, steps, edging and constructed features when installed to our specification. Products and materials may also carry manufacturer warranties, which we pass on. Planting is living material, so we advise on aftercare and can offer maintenance plans to help new plants establish well.
We design with a wide palette, from porcelain or sandstone paving to brick paths that suit period homes, plus composite or timber decking where appropriate. Planting can range from structured evergreen schemes to softer cottage-style borders, with options for wildlife-friendly mixes. We can also include lighting design, irrigation, and water features such as rills or bowls. We’ll guide you through samples and practical pros/cons for durability, slip resistance and maintenance.
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