Steps & Garden Staircases in Holland Park designed to suit period gardens and grand entrances. From natural stone flights to discreet lighting and handrails, we build access that looks refined and feels secure.
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Holland Park gardens often need confident level changes—front approaches, side returns, and terraced lawns. We design and build steps that complement the area’s architecture, whether you’re near Kyoto Garden or walking distance from the Design Museum. Expect crisp lines, comfortable risers, and finishes that look established from day one. Every staircase is set out for safe footing in all weather.
Many homes across W11 and W14 are large Victorian houses, mansion conversions and other period properties with raised thresholds and split-level plots. That means steps must respect original proportions while meeting modern safety expectations. We regularly install natural stone steps, brick and blockwork stair runs, sleeper steps for softer landscaping, and compact spiral staircases for tight side access. Details like edging, nosings and drainage are chosen to suit heritage-style exteriors.
We start with a site survey, levels and a clear set-out drawing so you can see the finished geometry before work begins. Sub-bases, footings and falls are built properly to prevent rocking treads and water pooling, with lighting integration and handrails added where required. Our team keeps disruption controlled with tidy working practices and planned deliveries. Homeowners choose us for consistent workmanship, clear communication, and a 10-year warranty.
Working in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea often means careful access planning, controlled deliveries and considerate noise management. Holland Park properties can have narrow side passages, basement lightwells and stepped entrances that demand precise measuring and compact methods. We design steps to handle London clay movement with proper sub-bases and drainage. Where parking is limited, we schedule materials to minimise on-street time and keep neighbours onside.
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Costs vary with size, materials and groundworks. As a guide, simple sleeper steps might start around £1,200–£2,500, while brick or block steps often fall between £2,000–£5,000. Natural stone flights commonly range from £3,500–£9,000+, especially with multiple landings. Add-ons like lighting integration, handrails, drainage or complex demolition can increase the budget. We provide a detailed, itemised estimate after a site visit.
Most projects take 2–7 working days, depending on excavation, curing times and the number of steps/landings. A small set of front steps can be completed in a couple of days, while a multi-level garden staircase with retaining edges and lighting may take one to two weeks. Access constraints in W11/W14, waste removal, and bespoke stone cutting can also extend the programme. We confirm timings before starting.
Many garden step projects are permitted development, particularly where you’re not creating large raised platforms or altering the street-facing boundary significantly. However, Holland Park includes period homes where conservation considerations may apply, and listed buildings can require consent for changes affecting character. We’ll advise early, check likely constraints, and can work with your architect or submit drawings if needed. Our approach is to confirm compliance before breaking ground.
We provide a 10-year warranty covering workmanship and structural integrity of the installation, including sub-base preparation, footings and fixing methods. This helps protect against issues such as loose treads, settlement from inadequate foundations, or premature joint failure caused by poor construction. Normal wear, accidental damage, and problems caused by third-party alterations aren’t covered. We also explain maintenance for stone, brick and timber to keep finishes looking their best.
We build natural stone steps (such as sandstone, limestone or granite), brick steps to match period façades, and block steps with crisp coping for modern schemes. Sleeper steps suit softer planting-led gardens, while spiral staircases can solve tight side access. We can integrate low-glare lighting, anti-slip detailing and discreet handrails. We’ll recommend options based on your levels, drainage, and the style of your property, then provide samples where possible.
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