Upgrade your outdoor access with Steps & Garden Staircases in Kensington, designed to suit elegant terraces and mansion blocks. From natural stone flights to discreet lighting and handrails, we build safe, striking routes between levels. Expect crisp detailing, clean lines and a finish that complements your property.
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Kensington gardens often hide level changes—sunken patios, raised lawns and basement lightwells—where well-built steps make all the difference. We design and install staircases that feel natural in their setting, whether you’re near Kensington Palace or off Kensington High Street. Every tread and riser is set out for comfortable walking, with drainage and edging handled properly. The result is access that looks refined and works flawlessly year-round.
In W8 and W14, we regularly work on stucco townhouses, mansion blocks and period conversions where space is tight and finishes matter. Front gardens may need compact steps with handrails, while rear gardens often benefit from wider landings for entertaining. We match materials to existing brickwork, stone copings and iron railings so new work doesn’t look “added on”. If your garden connects multiple terraces, we plan a route that feels calm and cohesive.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, check sub-bases and discuss how you use the space. You’ll receive a clear scope, material options and a tidy programme before work begins. Our builds prioritise long-term stability: proper foundations, consistent risers, and slip-resistant finishes where needed. Homeowners choose us for reliable communication, respectful working practices and workmanship backed by a written 10-year warranty.
Access and parking can be challenging around Holland Park and South Kensington, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully to minimise disruption. Many gardens sit over basements or have retaining walls, so we assess load paths and specify suitable foundations. We also consider conservation-area details and boundary treatments common in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. If approvals or licences are needed for skips or bay suspensions, we can advise and coordinate.
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Costs vary with height changes, foundations, materials and access. As a guide, simple sleeper or block steps often start around £1,200–£2,500. Brick or natural stone flights with proper sub-base and edging are commonly £2,500–£6,500+. Larger multi-level schemes with landings, lighting integration and bespoke handrails can be £6,500–£15,000+. We provide a detailed, itemised estimate after a site survey.
Most straightforward installations take 2–5 days, including excavation, base preparation and laying. More complex staircases—multiple flights, curved layouts, retaining work, or integrated lighting—typically take 1–3 weeks. Timescales depend on drying/curing, access constraints, and whether we’re matching reclaimed materials. We’ll confirm a realistic programme before starting and keep you updated if weather affects progress.
Many garden step projects are permitted development, especially where you’re not significantly altering ground levels or affecting a highway boundary. However, Kensington properties can fall within conservation areas, and listed buildings have stricter rules. If steps change the front boundary treatment, railings, or visibility, permissions may be required. We’ll flag likely issues during the survey and can help you check RBKC guidance before work begins.
Yes. Our workmanship is covered by a 10-year warranty, giving you confidence that the structure is built to last. It covers installation defects such as settlement from inadequate base preparation, loose units, or failures in bedding and pointing when used normally. Materials are also covered by relevant manufacturer warranties where applicable. We’ll provide care guidance to help keep surfaces safe and looking their best.
We build natural stone steps (e.g., sandstone, limestone, granite), brick steps to match period façades, robust block steps, and sleeper steps for softer garden schemes. For tight spaces, we can design compact runs with landings, and where appropriate we can incorporate spiral staircases. Options include recessed lighting, anti-slip detailing and bespoke handrails. We’ll recommend a design based on levels, drainage, and the style of your home.
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