Garden Makeovers in Oval that turn awkward plots into stylish outdoor rooms. From full design to patios, planting and lighting, we manage everything for SE11 homeowners.
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From compact courtyards near Oval tube station to longer plots by Kennington Park, we create gardens that feel bigger, brighter and easier to use. Our makeovers combine full design with hard and soft landscaping, so the finished space works in every season. Whether you want a dining terrace, a family lawn or a calm planting-led retreat, we tailor the layout to your lifestyle. We regularly work across SE11 and surrounding streets.
Oval’s Georgian townhouses, Victorian terraces and mansion flats often come with level changes, narrow side access and mature boundaries. We’re used to reworking tired paving, improving drainage and building crisp edges that suit period architecture. For terraces in Kennington and Vauxhall, we design practical storage, seating and planting that won’t overwhelm the space. If you’re in a flat with a shared or private garden, we can plan low-maintenance schemes that still look premium.
Every project starts with a site visit, measured survey and a clear design proposal, including materials and planting choices. Our team handles demolition, waste removal, build and finishing details, with tidy working practices and a realistic programme. You’ll get transparent staging, sign-off points and consistent communication throughout. Homeowners choose us for reliable delivery, high-end craftsmanship and a 10-year warranty on qualifying workmanship.
Many SE11 gardens sit behind terraces with restricted access and controlled parking, so we plan deliveries and waste collection carefully. London clay and compacted sub-bases are common, so we prioritise drainage, breathable build-ups and robust edging. We also design around existing brick walls, coal-hole covers and basement lightwells typical of older properties. Where Lambeth requirements apply, we help you understand what’s permitted before work begins.
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Costs vary with size, access and specification. As a guide, a small courtyard refresh with new paving and planting might start around £6,000–£12,000. Mid-size terrace gardens with patio, lighting and new borders often fall in the £15,000–£35,000 range. Full transformations with decking, bespoke joinery, drainage upgrades and water features can be £40,000+. We provide a detailed, itemised proposal after a site visit.
Most projects take 2–6 weeks on site once the design and materials are agreed. A straightforward patio-and-planting scheme may be completed in 10–15 working days, while larger builds with retaining work, decking, lighting and water features typically run 4–8 weeks. Timings depend on access, ground conditions, curing times for concrete and lead times for bespoke items. We set a clear programme before we start.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, including replacing patios, adding planting beds and installing most fences within height limits. However, rules can change for listed buildings, conservation areas, significant level changes, and some lighting or water feature installations. Drainage and surface water management may also need careful consideration. We’ll flag likely permissions and, where needed, help you gather the right information for Lambeth before work proceeds.
We provide a 10-year warranty on qualifying workmanship for hard landscaping elements such as patios, decking substructures, retaining details and installed edging, provided the garden is used and maintained as advised. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for products like paving, lighting fittings, pumps and liners. We also offer a handover pack with care guidance for planting and surfaces. Any snagging issues are addressed promptly after completion.
For period properties, clients often choose porcelain paving, Yorkstone-style slabs or clay pavers to complement brickwork. Decking options include composite for low maintenance or hardwood for a classic finish, paired with built-in seating and storage. Planting tends to favour structured evergreens, grasses and seasonal colour, with shade-tolerant choices for north-facing plots. We bring samples, propose palettes and create a layout that suits your budget and maintenance preferences.
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