Small Garden Design & Build in New Cross that makes every square metre work harder. We design clever layouts, add vertical planting, lighting and built-in storage, then build it to last.
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New Cross gardens are often compact, overlooked and full of potential. Whether you’re near New Cross station or up by Telegraph Hill, we create space planning that feels generous without losing greenery. Expect multi-function areas for dining, relaxing and bike storage, plus container planting that suits sunny patios and shaded corners. The result is a garden that looks bigger and works better, day and night.
The SE14 streets around Deptford and Brockley include Victorian terraces, Georgian houses and converted flats with small rear plots and awkward boundaries. We’re used to narrow side returns, stepped levels and limited access through the house. Our low-maintenance approach suits busy households, landlords and homeowners who want year-round structure with minimal upkeep. We also design with privacy in mind, using screens, climbers and carefully placed mirrors.
We start with a measured survey, then produce a clear concept and materials plan before any build begins. Once approved, our team handles everything from groundwork and drainage to joinery, planting and lighting. You’ll get a tidy site, a realistic programme, and straightforward communication throughout. Local homeowners choose us because we deliver premium finishes and back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty.
We understand the London Borough of Lewisham’s mix of conservation-sensitive streets and converted flats, where external changes must be considered carefully. New Cross access can be tight, so we plan deliveries, waste removal and on-site storage to minimise disruption. Local ground conditions often include compacted clay and old rubble, so we specify the right sub-bases and drainage. If parking is limited, we schedule efficiently and keep materials organised to protect neighbours’ routes and boundaries.
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Costs vary with size, access and specification. For SE14 small gardens, a design-and-build refresh with new layout, paving and planting often starts around £6,000–£12,000. More complete transformations with joinery, built-in storage, lighting and higher-end materials typically fall between £12,000–£25,000+. We’ll provide an itemised estimate after a site visit, so you can adjust finishes to suit your budget.
Most small garden projects take 1–3 weeks on site once the design is agreed and materials are booked in. Simpler makeovers (container planting, minor paving, lighting) can be completed in under a week, while builds with raised planters, bespoke seating or drainage changes can take longer. Timescales depend on access through the property, curing time for concrete, and lead times for joinery, tiles or specialist lighting.
Most small garden design & build work is permitted development, such as patios, planting, lighting and low walls. However, rules can change if your property is listed, in a conservation area, or if you’re adding taller structures, significant raised decking, or boundary changes. We check the likely requirements for the London Borough of Lewisham and flag anything that may need consent before work starts, so there are no surprises.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for the build elements we install, such as paving, walls, timber structures and built-in features, when used and maintained as advised. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to products like lighting, fixtures and some composite materials. We also carry out a handover and can offer a maintenance plan to keep planting and finishes looking their best through the seasons.
Popular choices include porcelain paving for a crisp, low-maintenance look, brick edging to suit Victorian terraces, and timber or composite seating with built-in storage. We often use vertical planting, trellis screens, mirrors to bounce light, and layered container planting for year-round structure. Lighting options range from subtle step lights to warm wall washers. We’ll guide you through samples and practical pros/cons to match your style and budget.
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