Fine Landscaping designs and builds Steps & Garden Staircases in Chelsea that look refined and feel effortless to use. From natural stone flights to compact spiral staircases, we create safe, elegant access across multi-level gardens. Add discreet lighting and handrails for year-round confidence.
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Chelsea gardens often need level changes handled with precision, not patchwork fixes. We build steps and garden staircases that suit the streets around King’s Road and the quieter pockets near Chelsea Physic Garden. Whether you need a short run from patio to lawn or a full multi-level solution, we balance proportion, drainage and finish. The result is a staircase that feels like it has always belonged.
Homeowners in SW3 and SW10 typically want craftsmanship that complements Georgian townhouses, Victorian mansions and high-spec luxury apartments. We match materials to existing brickwork, stone flags and boundary details, keeping the look cohesive. For tighter footprints and basement garden layouts, we can design compact flights, landings or spiral options without compromising comfort. Every build is set out to feel natural underfoot and visually calm.
We start with a site visit, accurate levels and a clear design proposal, then agree materials and a schedule that respects neighbours. Our team handles safe excavation, solid sub-bases, precise riser/tread geometry, and tidy finishing details such as lighting integration and handrails. You’ll receive straightforward communication throughout, plus a 10-year warranty on workmanship. Many clients choose us for dependable planning and clean, premium results.
Chelsea sites often come with restricted access, controlled parking and careful neighbour considerations, especially near South Kensington and Knightsbridge. We plan deliveries, waste removal and working hours to reduce disruption. Ground conditions vary between made ground and compacted sub-bases from older landscaping, so we specify robust foundations and drainage where needed. We also align designs with the expectations of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and local conservation character.
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Costs vary with width, number of risers, access and the chosen finish. As a guide, simple block or brick steps might start around £1,200–£3,000, while larger natural stone flights commonly fall between £3,500–£12,000+. Spiral staircases, bespoke handrails and lighting integration can add £800–£4,000 depending on specification. We provide a detailed, itemised quote after a site survey.
Most small step runs take 2–4 days, including excavation, sub-base, build and tidy-up. Medium staircases with landings typically take 1–2 weeks, while complex multi-level access with lighting, drainage and bespoke handrails can take 2–4 weeks. Timescales depend on access in SW3/SW10, curing times for concrete or mortars, and whether we’re matching existing paving and brickwork.
Many garden step installations are permitted development, particularly where you’re improving existing levels and not creating major raised platforms. However, listed buildings, conservation areas and changes to front boundaries can trigger extra requirements in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. We’ll advise during the survey, check constraints, and can work with your architect or submit supporting details if needed. We also consider drainage and safety standards.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our steps and garden staircases, covering issues such as movement caused by incorrect sub-base preparation, poor fixing, or installation defects. Materials are also covered by relevant manufacturer guarantees where applicable. The warranty assumes normal domestic use and that any drainage or adjacent structures aren’t altered by others after completion. We’ll explain care and maintenance to protect finishes.
We install natural stone steps (including limestone, sandstone and granite), as well as block, brick and sleeper steps to suit different garden styles. For compact spaces we can design spiral staircases or split flights with landings. Optional extras include recessed step lights, subtle up-lighting, and metal or timber handrails. We help you choose based on architecture, slip resistance, colour matching and long-term maintenance.
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