Why use a garden designer?
Because the outdoors is as much about personality as home interiors are.
Every aspect of your personality is unique. Our homes reflect that. Throughout our lives we’re drawn to the things that inspire us. We collect memories of travel, people and occasions to remind us of special moments and what’s important in our lives. We decorate our homes to reflect our styles, capture our personalities and create a comfortable environment.
Why should your garden be any different?
When home was our only escape, our gardens became our sanctuaries. Our retreats, our safe spaces. Havens at home. It’s our job to help you create a paradise you don’t need a passport for – one that’s waiting for you right outside your door.
Your space to enjoy a slower pace
The health and wellbeing benefits of a well-designed outdoor space have been long proved. We’re here to help you create an extension of your home and an exceptional space – designed for you.
Garden design is more than an investment. It’s life enhancing and enriching.
Hiring a garden designer removes renovation stress and helps control your creative ambitions as well as your budget – as ideas are finalised before the physical work begins.
We creatively conceptualise your garden – designing your space around your needs, interests and personality, to enhance your lifestyle and increase your property value. And we don’t just manage the artistic element but project manage the whole build from concept to construction. Working with a close team of associate contractors to ensure every detail of your plan is achieved and keeping you informed at every stage of the project.
“The joy of my job is unlocking your garden’s potential and transforming it into the dream space you’ve always wanted...with expertise, experience and a pinch of creative flare. I love the whole creative process from those first sketches to collaborating with contractors – every second of a project is a pleasure for me. But seeing your face when you step into your bespoke space for the first time and take in the spectacular sights of your new garden is priceless.
It gives me more than job fulfilment – it’s a privilege. “
- Mike Long, Managing Director
Havens at home from concept to creation
Art is at the heart of everything I do. I love to create. Whether it’s building dens with my children to creating a show garden for Hampton Court Palace– it’s the possibility and transformation of a space that excites me. With a background in construction, my early career and experience gave me the foundations to grow an award-winning business. Inspired by nature and its power to heal, calm and help us relax, I love connecting nature to our everyday lives in new and exciting ways – extending the sense of home outdoors and creating a truly unique space that stirs or calms the soul.
Don’t just take my word for it, hear what our customers say:
“Mike Long is a wonderful designer who has experience beyond his years.
He carefully assessed what we envisaged, surveyed the garden, and came back with a detailed plan. Mike ran the tendering process, including meeting constructors with us and then explaining the tenders. He then supervised elements of the garden rebuilding process. He always kept us informed, always answered our questions, was always able to give alternatives, and was a pleasure to deal with.” - Professor Geoff Woods
“We are absolutely delighted with Mike’s work and the result gets admired and commented on by many visitors. We asked Mike to design us a ‘patio’ but were blown away with the outstanding Terrace design, more than we ever imagined. He was a lovely person to work with, and he also worked harmoniously with the builders to ensure a first-class result. We are now engaging Mike on further projects. I cannot speak highly enough of him.” - Jenny Campbell (Ex Dragons’ Den)