Small Garden Design & Build in Nunhead that makes every metre work harder. We create stylish, low-maintenance gardens with clever storage, lighting and multi-use zones. We’ve completed many projects across Nunhead and nearby areas.
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Nunhead gardens can be compact, shaded and full of potential. We design and build small outdoor spaces that feel open, practical and inviting, whether you’re near Nunhead Green or walking distance from Telegraph Hill Park. From container planting to built-in seating, every element is planned to suit how you actually live. The result is a garden that looks larger, works better and stays easy to care for.
Across SE15 you’ll find Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period cottages with narrow plots and tricky boundaries. We’re used to side returns, small patios and long, thin gardens where circulation matters. Our designs use vertical planting, mirrors and layered lighting to lift darker corners and create depth. If access is tight, we specify materials and build methods that keep disruption down.
We start with a site visit, measurements and a clear brief, then produce a practical layout with planting and materials that match your budget. You’ll get a tidy, well-managed build with clear timelines, daily site care and respectful neighbours-first working. Fine Landscaping is based just 25 minutes away, so aftercare and tweaks are straightforward. We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
In Nunhead and nearby Peckham, many gardens sit on London clay, so drainage and levels need careful detailing. We plan for restricted access typical of terraces, and we’re mindful of parking and delivery logistics around residential streets near Nunhead Cemetery. Where boundaries are older, we design with sympathetic finishes and robust edging to protect neighbouring structures. If any works touch walls, lighting or significant hard landscaping, we check London Borough of Southwark requirements before we start.
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Costs vary with size, access and specification, but for SE15 small gardens a design-and-build refresh often starts around £3,000–£7,000 for planting, lighting and minor hard landscaping. A more comprehensive rebuild with paving, built-in storage, new fencing and drainage is commonly £8,000–£20,000+. Premium materials, bespoke joinery and complex levels can increase the range. We provide an itemised quote after a site visit.
Most small garden builds in Nunhead take 1–3 weeks on site, depending on the amount of demolition, new paving, fencing and planting. Simple makeovers with container planting, lighting and minor carpentry can be completed in a few days. Full redesigns with drainage, level changes or bespoke built-ins take longer. Timescales are affected by access through the house, waste removal logistics and weather-sensitive works like paving and turf.
Most small garden design and build projects are permitted development, especially like-for-like paving, planting, raised beds and typical fencing heights. However, rules can apply to front gardens, boundary treatments, drainage to the highway, and properties near conservation areas. If you’re adding significant structures, tall walls or extensive lighting, checks are sensible. We’ll advise early, review constraints, and help you confirm what Southwark council guidance requires before work begins.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our hard landscaping installations, covering issues arising from our build such as paving movement, fixing failures or structural problems with built elements (subject to fair use and maintenance). Manufacturer warranties apply to products like lighting and composite materials, and we’ll pass these on. Planting is living material, so we advise on care and can offer maintenance plans to keep it thriving.
Popular options include porcelain or sandstone paving for clean lines, timber or composite decking for warmth, and slimline raised beds to maximise planting without losing space. We often add vertical planting, container schemes, discreet mirrors and layered lighting to brighten shaded corners. Built-in benches with storage are ideal for terraces with limited sheds. We’ll guide you through samples, durability, slip resistance and maintenance so the finish suits your home and lifestyle.
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