Garden Makeovers in Kensington that turn overlooked outdoor space into a refined, usable extension of your home. From full design to patios, planting, lighting and water features, we deliver a finish that suits Kensington’s architecture and lifestyle.
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Kensington gardens often need clever planning to balance entertaining space with greenery and privacy. We create tailored layouts that feel calm and considered, whether you’re near Kensington Palace or a short walk from Holland Park. Expect a complete service: design, hard landscaping, soft landscaping, planting, lighting and water features. The result is a garden that works beautifully through every season.
Homeowners across W8 and W14 frequently have stucco townhouses, mansion blocks and period conversions, each with different access and levels. We’re used to tight side returns, basement lightwells and raised terraces that require precise set-out and drainage. Our designs respect period details while adding modern comfort, such as low-glare lighting and practical storage. We also plan for family use, pets and year-round entertaining.
We start with a site visit, measurements and a clear brief, then develop a full design with materials and planting choices. Once approved, our team manages the build end-to-end, keeping the site tidy and neighbours considered. You’ll receive a clear schedule, regular updates and a handover checklist for care and maintenance. Fine Landscaping is trusted locally because we deliver consistent workmanship and stand behind it with a 10-year warranty.
The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea includes many conservation areas, so materials and boundary details often need extra care. Access can be restricted around mansion blocks and busy routes near Kensington High Street, and parking/loading must be planned. We schedule deliveries, protect communal areas, and use tidy cutting methods to reduce dust and noise. Ground levels and drainage are assessed early to avoid waterlogging and protect neighbouring walls.
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Costs vary with size, access and specification. As a guide, smaller courtyard refreshes with new paving and planting often start around £6,000–£12,000. Mid-size makeovers including patios/decking, lighting and structured planting commonly fall between £15,000–£35,000. Larger, fully designed gardens with bespoke stonework, drainage, joinery and water features can be £40,000–£90,000+. We provide an itemised estimate after a site visit.
Typical programmes range from 1–2 weeks for compact courtyards to 3–6 weeks for most family gardens. Larger builds with extensive hard landscaping, bespoke joinery, lighting and water features may take 8–12 weeks. Timescales depend on access through the property, party-wall considerations, drainage works, and lead times for stone or specialist fixtures. We agree a schedule before starting and keep you updated throughout.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, such as replacing paving, adding planting, and installing low-level lighting. However, rules can change in conservation areas, and there may be limits for raised decking, tall boundary treatments, or structures near neighbouring windows. Water features and electrics also need safe, compliant installation. We’ll flag likely permissions early, check RBKC guidance where relevant, and recommend when a formal application is sensible.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our landscaping installations, covering issues such as faulty laying, movement caused by poor sub-base preparation, or drainage falls not built to specification. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to products like lighting fittings, membranes and pumps. Planting is living material, so coverage depends on season, aftercare and watering; we’ll advise on maintenance and can offer follow-on care visits to help everything establish well.
We tailor designs to your home and how you use the space. Popular choices include porcelain paving for clean lines, York stone for a classic look, and composite or hardwood decking for raised terraces. Planting can be architectural (evergreens, pleached trees) or softer cottage-style, with shade-tolerant options for enclosed gardens. Lighting ranges from step lights to uplighters, and water features can be rills, bowls or wall spouts. We bring samples and 3D-ready concepts to help you decide.
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