Fine Landscaping delivers tailored garden buildings that add space and value. As Summer Houses Builders in Richmond, we design, build and finish every detail for year-round use. Expect clean workmanship, thoughtful design, and a smooth, managed build.
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From riverside gardens near Richmond Bridge to family plots close to Richmond Green, we build summer houses that feel like a natural extension of your home. Choose traditional styles that suit period architecture or contemporary designs with clean lines and large glazing. We handle foundations, insulation options, electrics and interior finishing under one roof. The result is a quiet, comfortable space for work, hobbies or entertaining.
Richmond homeowners often want a build that respects the character of Georgian townhouses, Victorian villas and high-value riverside properties. In areas such as Kew and Petersham, we regularly work with tighter side access, mature planting and carefully maintained lawns. We match cladding, rooflines and paint finishes to complement existing features, from sash-window aesthetics to modern extensions. Every design is scaled to your garden and how you’ll use the space.
Our process starts with a site visit and measured survey, followed by a clear specification and fixed-scope schedule. We build on properly prepared bases, install safe electrics, and finish interiors to a standard you’ll be proud to show guests. You’ll have a single point of contact throughout, with tidy working practices and respectful neighbours-first logistics. Local clients choose us for reliable timelines, transparent options, and a 10-year warranty on workmanship.
Across TW9 and TW10 we plan builds around restricted access lanes, resident parking controls and riverside foot traffic. Ground conditions can vary, so we specify the right foundation type and drainage approach for each plot. We also factor in tree roots and canopy constraints near Richmond Park and established gardens in Ham and Twickenham. Where needed, we provide planning advice aligned with London Borough of Richmond upon Thames guidance.
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Costs vary with size, specification and access. As a guide, a small timber summer house on a prepared base often starts around £6,000–£10,000. Mid-size insulated garden rooms with electrics and upgraded glazing commonly fall between £12,000–£25,000. Larger bespoke builds with premium cladding, heating, interior lining and complex foundations can be £25,000–£45,000+. We’ll confirm a tailored range after a site survey.
Typical builds take 1–3 weeks on site once materials are ready. A simpler traditional structure on straightforward foundations can be completed in around a week, while insulated, fully wired rooms with interior finishing often take 2–3 weeks. Timescales depend on base curing time, access for deliveries, bespoke joinery, and weather. We provide a clear programme and keep disruption controlled throughout the build.
Many summer houses fall under permitted development, provided limits on height, placement and garden coverage are met and the building is incidental to the home. However, rules can change for listed buildings, flats, or properties in conservation areas, which are common locally. We give planning advice and check key constraints before finalising the design. If permission is needed, we can help prepare the information required for an application.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our summer house builds, covering installation quality, structural assembly and associated construction elements we supply and fit. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to products such as windows, doors, roofing membranes and electrical components. We also document the build specification so you know exactly what’s included. If an issue arises, we respond promptly and put it right in line with the warranty terms.
You can choose traditional timber styles with tongue-and-groove cladding, or contemporary designs with composite cladding and slimline aluminium glazing. Roofing options include felt systems, EPDM rubber, or tiled finishes to match your home. We can add insulation, plasterboard or ply lining, fitted storage, and electrics for lighting, sockets and heating. We’ll guide you on durability, maintenance and aesthetics to suit your Richmond property and budget.
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