Small Garden Design & Build in Richmond that turns tight outdoor space into a calm, practical garden. Expect clever space planning, vertical planting, lighting and built-in storage—crafted for busy households and period homes.
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Richmond gardens often have limited width, overlooked boundaries and awkward levels—yet they can feel surprisingly spacious with the right design. We create tailored layouts for homes near Richmond Green and the riverside, balancing greenery with usable seating and storage. From container planting to discreet lighting, every element is chosen to suit how you live. The result is a small garden that looks bigger and functions better all year.
We regularly work across TW9 and TW10, including Kew and Petersham, where Georgian townhouses, Victorian villas and riverside properties bring their own constraints. Narrow side access, basement lightwells, mature trees and heritage-style brickwork all influence the build. Our designs respect period character while introducing modern, low-maintenance materials. You get a garden that complements your property rather than fighting it.
Our process starts with a site visit, measured survey and a clear concept plan, then detailed design and a fixed-scope build schedule. We handle space planning, multi-function areas, built-in storage, mirrors and lighting as one coordinated package, so nothing is left to chance. Homeowners choose us for tidy working practices, reliable timelines and transparent communication. We’re based in Norbury, around 40 minutes away, so we can respond quickly for site checks and aftercare.
In the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we often meet clay soils, tree root protection zones and shaded plots near mature planting. Parking and access can be tight around Richmond Bridge and residential streets, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. We also factor in conservation-area character and boundary treatments common to period homes. This local approach keeps your build smooth, compliant and sympathetic to its setting.
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Costs vary with size, access and specification. For a compact redesign with new paving, planting, lighting and some built-in elements, many Richmond projects fall around £8,000–£20,000. More premium schemes with bespoke joinery, porcelain paving, irrigation, feature walls or significant level changes can be £20,000–£40,000+. We’ll provide a clear breakdown after a site survey and agreed design.
A typical small garden build takes 1–3 weeks on site once the design is signed off and materials are ordered. Simpler refresh projects can be completed in under a week, while gardens with drainage upgrades, retaining work, bespoke carpentry or complex lighting may take 3–5 weeks. Lead times depend on chosen finishes and custom items. We provide a realistic programme and keep you updated throughout.
Most small garden improvements—patios, planting, fences within height limits and like-for-like hard landscaping—are usually permitted development. However, rules can change in conservation areas, for listed buildings, or where works affect trees (including root zones) or boundary walls. We’ll flag any likely constraints early and can advise on permissions, party wall considerations and council guidance. If approvals are needed, we help you prepare the details.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for the build elements we install, covering issues such as structural failures in decking subframes, retaining features and installation-related defects. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for products like paving, lighting components and membranes. We also give clear care guidance for planting and lawns, since living materials depend on weather and maintenance. Any snagging is handled promptly and professionally.
Popular choices include porcelain paving for a crisp, low-maintenance finish, brick edging to suit period homes, and composite or hardwood decking for warm seating areas. We often add vertical planting, slim trellis screens, mirrors to extend sightlines, and container planting for flexible colour. Built-in storage benches and multi-function zones make the space work harder. We’ll guide you through samples, lighting plans and planting palettes to match your style and budget.
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