Small Garden Design & Build in Kensington, tailored to compact courtyards, terraces and balconies. We transform tight footprints into elegant, low-maintenance outdoor rooms with smart storage, lighting and lush planting. Designed to suit W8 and W14 properties and built to last.
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Kensington gardens often need to work harder: less space, more expectations, and year-round use. Whether you’re near Kensington Palace or close to Kensington High Street, we design compact layouts that feel calm, generous and practical. Expect clever space planning, vertical planting and multi-function areas that make every square metre count. The result is a refined outdoor room that suits the borough’s elegant character.
In the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, we regularly work with stucco townhouses, mansion blocks and period conversions where outdoor space can be narrow, shaded or overlooked. In Holland Park and South Kensington, courtyards and rear terraces often benefit from light-enhancing mirrors, layered planting and discreet lighting. We also design for balconies and podium gardens where weight limits and wind exposure matter. Our solutions stay stylish while remaining genuinely low maintenance.
We start with a measured site visit, discuss how you want to use the space, then produce a clear concept and materials palette. Once approved, our in-house team handles the build, from groundwork to planting and final detailing, keeping disruption controlled and tidy. You’ll get a defined scope, realistic programme and transparent options for upgrades such as integrated storage or feature lighting. Local homeowners choose us for dependable project management, high-end finishes and a 10-year warranty.
Kensington projects often involve tight side returns, basement lightwells and shared access through mansion blocks. We plan deliveries, waste removal and parking with local restrictions in mind, and we keep neighbours informed when access is sensitive. Many W8 and W14 gardens have shade from tall buildings, so we specify plants and lighting that perform well in lower light. Where surfaces must drain efficiently, we design robust sub-bases and detailing to suit London clay conditions.
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Budgets vary with access, levels, drainage and the amount of joinery or lighting. As a guide, a compact refresh with new paving, planting and lighting can start around £6,000–£12,000. A full small garden design & build Kensington area project with built-in seating/storage, premium stone or porcelain, and bespoke planting is often £15,000–£35,000+. We’ll survey your space and provide itemised options to match priorities.
Most small gardens take 1–3 weeks on site once the design and materials are confirmed. Simple upgrades (planters, lighting, container planting and minor paving) can be completed in under a week, while full rebuilds with drainage, steps, raised beds and bespoke joinery may take 3–5 weeks. Timescales depend on access through the property, drying time for groundworks, and lead times for stone, joinery or specialist lighting.
Many small garden changes are permitted development, such as replacing paving, adding planters, or installing low-level lighting. However, rules can change for listed buildings, conservation areas, boundary treatments, major level changes, and structures like pergolas or tall screens. For small garden design & build in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, we check constraints early, advise what’s likely to need consent, and can help you prepare information for any required applications.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for the build elements we install, such as paving, edging, constructed beds, steps and built-in joinery, subject to normal use and maintenance. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to products like lighting fixtures, membranes and composite materials. We also offer a practical handover and aftercare guidance so planting, drainage and finishes perform as intended through the seasons.
Popular choices include large-format porcelain for clean lines, York stone for a classic look, and timber or composite decking for warmer textures. We often combine built-in seating with hidden storage, container planting for flexibility, mirrors to bounce light, and layered lighting (step lights, uplighters and wall washes). Planting can be evergreen-led for structure, with climbers for vertical interest. We’ll recommend options that suit your style, shade levels and maintenance preferences.
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