Transform a sloping plot into a calm, usable outdoor space with Terrace Gardens in Kingston upon Thames. We design and build multi-level planting, safe access, and elegant seating areas that suit your home. Expect premium finishes, smart drainage, and lighting that works year-round.
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Kingston’s riverside setting brings plenty of character, but many gardens sit on challenging gradients or awkward levels. Our terrace garden builds turn steep ground into practical zones for dining, planting and play, with retaining walls, steps and reliable drainage. Whether you’re close to Kingston Bridge or walking distance from the Bentall Centre, we create layouts that feel natural to the property. The result is a garden that looks considered from every window and works in every season.
Homeowners across Surbiton and KT1/KT2 often want to modernise outdoor space without losing period charm. We regularly terrace gardens for Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and contemporary waterfront apartments, balancing crisp structure with softer planting. Multi-level beds can frame views, screen neighbours and improve privacy on overlooked plots. We also integrate irrigation and lighting so the garden stays healthy and welcoming with minimal effort.
We start with a site survey to assess levels, soil, drainage routes and access for materials. You’ll receive a clear design, specification and programme, then a tidy build managed by experienced landscapers. Every retaining wall and paved area is constructed with proper foundations and falls, and we pressure-test drainage where required. Local homeowners choose us for transparent communication, premium detailing and a 10-year warranty on workmanship.
Across the terrace gardens Kingston upon Thames area, we often encounter mixed ground conditions and older drainage runs, especially around period homes. Access can be tight on residential streets, so we plan deliveries, parking and waste removal to keep disruption low. We also factor in riverside moisture and shade patterns near mature trees, selecting plants and drainage solutions that cope well. If approvals are needed, we align designs with local expectations in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames.
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Costs vary with the number of levels, retaining wall height, access, and finishes. As a guide, smaller terracing and step projects often start around £8,000–£15,000. Mid-sized builds with retaining walls, paving, planting and drainage are commonly £20,000–£45,000. Larger schemes including lighting, irrigation, seating areas and water features can be £50,000+. We provide a detailed, itemised specification after a site visit.
Most terrace garden projects take 2–6 weeks on site, depending on excavation, wall construction and the amount of paving and planting. A compact scheme with one retaining wall and steps may be completed in 10–15 working days. Multi-level gardens with drainage runs, lighting, irrigation and bespoke seating typically take longer. Timescales are affected by access, spoil removal, curing times for concrete, and weather.
Many garden landscaping works are permitted development, including patios, steps and most planting changes. However, planning or additional permissions can apply if you’re altering ground levels significantly, building higher retaining walls near boundaries, affecting drainage to neighbouring land, or working on a listed property. There may also be constraints in conservation areas. We flag likely requirements early, check the relevant guidance, and can support with drawings for any application.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for structural landscaping elements such as retaining walls, paving bases, steps and installed drainage, provided the garden is used and maintained normally. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for products like lighting, pumps and irrigation components. If an issue arises, we respond promptly to inspect and put it right. Your handover pack includes care guidance to protect finishes and planting.
We can build retaining walls in brick to match period homes, natural stone, rendered blockwork, or timber sleepers where appropriate. Steps and terraces can be finished in porcelain, sandstone, granite setts, or resin-bound surfaces, with planting tailored for sun, shade or riverside conditions. Popular additions include built-in benches, pergolas, water bowls and subtle LED lighting. We guide you through options with samples and a design that fits your budget.
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