Low Maintenance Gardens in Kensington, tailored for elegant townhouses and mansion blocks. Enjoy a smart, tidy outdoor space with artificial grass, composite decking, gravel and automated irrigation—without the weekly upkeep.
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Kensington gardens are often compact, refined and expected to look perfect year-round. We create practical, polished outdoor spaces that suit life around Kensington High Street, with finishes that stay neat through every season. From evergreen planting to gravel areas and container displays, each element is chosen to reduce maintenance without losing character. Ideal for homeowners who want more time to enjoy the garden than manage it.
Across Holland Park and South Kensington, we regularly work on stucco townhouses, mansion blocks and period conversions where access can be tight and details matter. Courtyard gardens, roof terraces and long, narrow rear plots benefit from durable surfaces and structured planting. Our low maintenance gardens Kensington area designs balance privacy, drainage and clean lines, while keeping ongoing care simple. We also plan for storage limitations and shared boundaries common in W8 and W14 properties.
We start with a site visit, clear brief and a layout that prioritises longevity: weed membrane beneath gravel, robust edging, and irrigation zones set to your planting. You’ll receive a transparent specification for materials, levels and drainage before work begins. Our team arrives on schedule, protects communal areas, and keeps disruption low—important for mansion blocks and mews settings. Homeowners choose us for consistent workmanship, tidy handovers and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
Working in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea means planning around controlled parking zones, deliveries and limited access through period properties. We specify drainage-friendly build-ups for London clay and manage levels carefully to protect basements and lightwells. For terraces near Kensington Gardens and mansion blocks off Earl’s Court routes, we use quieter methods, tidy waste handling and considerate scheduling. Every design is tailored to the building style and practical constraints on site.
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Costs vary with size, access and specification. As a guide, small courtyard upgrades with gravel, weed membrane and container planting often start around £3,000–£7,000. Mid-size gardens with composite decking, evergreen planting and lighting commonly fall in the £8,000–£20,000 range. Premium builds including artificial grass, hard landscaping, drainage and automated irrigation can be £20,000–£50,000+. We provide a detailed breakdown after a site visit.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks on site, depending on groundworks and finishes. A simple gravel-and-planting refresh may be completed in 3–5 days, while composite decking, hard landscaping and irrigation typically require 10–15 working days. Timescales are affected by access (stairs, narrow passages), waste removal, curing time for bases, and any drainage adjustments. We agree a clear programme before starting and keep you updated throughout.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, such as replacing surfaces, adding decking at low height, and replanting. However, rules can change for listed buildings, conservation areas, raised platforms, significant level changes, or works affecting drainage to the public sewer. For permeable surfacing and water management, we also follow best practice to reduce run-off. We’ll check constraints for your address and advise if permissions or party wall considerations apply.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for hard landscaping elements installed to our specification, such as sub-bases, edging, paving and decking structures. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for products like composite decking boards, artificial grass and irrigation components, and we pass those details on at handover. The warranty covers defects arising from installation, not accidental damage or lack of basic care. We also offer aftercare visits for seasonal tweaks if needed.
Popular options include artificial grass for consistent colour, composite decking in contemporary tones, and gravel areas with crisp steel or stone edging. Planting schemes often use evergreens, architectural shrubs and container planting for flexibility on terraces and balconies. Automated irrigation can be drip-fed to borders and pots, keeping water use efficient. We’ll present samples, explain pros and cons for shade and wear, and tailor a scheme that suits your property and lifestyle.
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