Terrace Gardens in Soho need smart levels, reliable drainage and lighting that suits late-night London living. Fine Landscaping creates elegant, practical terraces with planting, seating and water features built to last.
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Soho’s rooftops, rear terraces and compact courtyards can become calm, usable spaces with the right structure and planting. We design terrace gardens that work around tight footprints and busy streets near Carnaby Street and Soho Square. From multi-level planting to discreet lighting, every element is planned for year-round use. The result is a terrace that feels considered, not cluttered.
Across W1 you’ll find Georgian townhouses, mansion flats and commercial conversions, each with different load limits, access routes and neighbours close by. We’re used to working with shared freeholds, basement lightwells and upper-floor terraces where deliveries must be timed. Our designs suit contemporary Soho living while respecting period details where needed. If your property sits between Fitzrovia and Mayfair, we’ll tailor the layout to how you actually use the space.
We start with a site survey, measured plan and clear design proposal, then manage build scheduling around access and local restrictions. Our team handles retaining walls, steps & access, drainage solutions and irrigation as one coordinated package. You’ll receive a detailed specification, tidy working practices, and a handover with care guidance for planting and systems. Homeowners choose us for consistent communication, clean finishes and dependable aftercare.
Terrace gardens in City of Westminster often involve strict access, limited parking and careful neighbour management. We plan deliveries, waste removal and working hours to suit Soho’s busy streets and building managers. Many W1 terraces need lightweight build-ups and precise drainage falls, especially on roof decks and over basements. We adapt construction details and planting choices to wind exposure and shade from surrounding buildings.
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Costs vary with access, structural needs and the level of finish. As a guide, smaller terrace upgrades in W1 often start around £6,000–£12,000 for paving, planting and lighting. Multi-level builds with retaining walls, steps, irrigation and drainage commonly fall between £15,000–£40,000+. Rooftop terraces, complex waterproofing interfaces and premium stone or bespoke joinery can increase budgets further.
Most terrace garden projects take 1–3 weeks on site once materials are confirmed. Simple layouts with planters, lighting and planting can be completed in a week or so, while multi-level schemes with retaining walls, steps, drainage and water features typically take 2–5 weeks. Timescales depend on access restrictions, lead times for stone or joinery, and whether any structural checks are required for roof terraces.
Many terrace garden improvements are permitted, such as paving, planting, irrigation and low-level lighting. However, City of Westminster rules can apply if you’re in a conservation area, altering railings or balustrades, adding tall screening, changing roof-terrace layouts, or installing certain water features and electrical works. We review your property status, liaise with managing agents where relevant, and advise what permissions or approvals may be needed before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for hard landscaping elements such as retaining walls, steps, paving installation and built seating, subject to normal use and maintenance. Manufacturer warranties also apply to products we supply, including lighting, pumps and irrigation components. We’ll explain what’s covered in your specification and offer practical aftercare guidance to keep planting, drainage and finishes performing well over time.
Popular choices include porcelain paving for clean lines, natural stone for period properties, and timber or composite decking for rooftop comfort. For structure, we use brick or rendered retaining walls, corten or powder-coated steel planters, and integrated bench seating. Water features can be compact rills or self-contained bowls, paired with warm, low-glare lighting. We’ll propose options that suit load limits, exposure, maintenance preferences and your building’s style.
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