Creating a Brief for your Designer or Architect
On this page you will find information about preparing a design brief and getting a feel for the potential of your landscape.
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Layout of planting
The size and shape of planting areas are basic to the success of planting. Because of its visual softness, grass can occupy bigger areas than paving without looking bleak, but too much open grass without some definition and enclosure does give a sense of emptiness (rather than spaciousness). There are many locations where paving is […]
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The Landscape & Garden Design Process
On these pages you will find information about working with a designer. It will help you understand the process they work through to achieve your ultimate landscape. Most Landscape Architects or Designers work through a formal design process made up of a series of important incremental steps before presenting a final concept. This is an […]
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Buying & Commissioning Sculpture
Many galleries will have existing sculptures you may consider for purchase. However, some people choose to commission works to specified sizes and appearances to complement the environment where the work will be ultimately located. If you choose this path, the time it takes to have the work produced varies greatly. It depends on the artist, […]
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Lighting Garden Sculpture
Sculpture and other architectural structures give the lighting designer the opportunity to work with materials that, given the right treatment, can produce dramatic and stunning night time effects. Sculptures typically serve as a vocal point and as such will generally require a greater light level than the other elements in the garden. As always there […]
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Lighting the Landscape
Paint a picture with light and shade Lighting Tips & Tricks When designing your scheme, try to think of it in its entirety, rather than as separate parts. All the elements should fit together and be in balance. Remember that things visible during the day can be left in darkness, so you have the opportunity […]
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Quotes & Estimates
Always get agreements in writing! Landscape projects can be expensive and many budgets are stretched and increased as unforeseen expenses and new ideas evolve. When obtaining an estimate or quote for your landscape project be sure that you fully understand what it is you are getting for your money. In the landscaping business, costs can […]
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Tree Surgeons, Arborists & Pruning
The Tree Specialist or Arborist has a combination of years of formal training and experience behind them. Aside from every other aspect of tree care, they have learnt how to prune or fell properly and safely. Unfortunately, tree felling or pruning often attracts amateurs who pretend to be knowledgeable. It takes years, even decades, for […]