SERVICES
GARDEN DESIGN
Basic garden design culminates in the production of the concept plan which includes sufficient information for one to be able to understand the design intent, as described below in Stage I. Stages II and III will only be required if design implementation is put out to tender.
Otherwise see Design & Build, below.
Stage I - Design
Initial Consultation
- Site inspection and assessment
- Brief discussion of client's requirements
- Provision of rough estimate for stage 1
Design Proposals
- Confirmation of estimate and of what was agreed at initial consultation.
- Site Survey (a full topographic survey may be required for larger or sloping sites)
- Photographic survey
Concept Plan
- Research and development
- Consulting with client as and when required
- Extra site visits where necessary
- Production of plans/sketches to show design intent
- Dealing with statutory bodies and applications
Stage II – Preparation for construction
Design detail (enables tendering)
- Setting out plan
- Planting plan
- Construction drawings
Production Information
- Specialist details
- Specifications
- Invitations to tender
- Tender report
Stage III - Construction
- Preparation of contract documents
- Site inspections and monitoring of construction work
- Dealing with stage payments
- Snagging
DESIGN & BUILD
The garden is constructed by the designer's own workforce with the result that some of the preceding operations are not required.
POSTAL SERVICE
Involves the completion of a detailed questionnaire with provision of photographs/video, liaising by telephone, post or e-mail.
CONSULTANCY
Involves site visit with-on-the-spot advice.
FINANCE
Available upon request.
