Kazuyuki Ishihara is a Japanese garden designer, who has won multiple medals at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. His design philosophy transcends the traditional boundaries of landscape architecture, incorporating elements
Over the years, I’ve done a lot of research into asking whether we need to be using topsoil. These are some questions that we need to ponder upon as we
At the recent David Hockney exhibition at Factory International (Aviva Studios), I was struck by how inspirational his landscape paintings were and how they related to garden design. While the
This winter’s weather has been fairly intense, with large amounts of flooding across the North over Christmas and New Year, leading straight into temperatures of -7c, with snow and frost.
Corten (or COR-TEN) steel, with its distinctive and unique characteristics, has undeniably become a significant aspect of contemporary design. Its influence and impact are such that it polarises opinion: you
Outdoor kitchens are still hugely popular for homeowners and are frequently requested in our design consultations. These spaces provide an excellent opportunity to expand your living area to host social
We massively welcome the new legislation that Mini wetlands in all new developments will have to have Mini wetlands in all new developments, such as ponds and rain gardens, designed
We wish a Happy New Year to all of our friends and clients. Our New Year’s resolutions are to continue pushing the boundaries of high-end garden design, working with the best quality
Winter is a time for reflection for all aspects of our lives. And there is no better time than to start thinking about what you want from a garden re-design.
Even though we don’t go outside into our gardens as much during the winter, they are still full of wildlife. It’s important to make sure they have plenty of nourishment
