Complete garden design service
If you are thinking about a new or revamped garden space, I can offer you a complete service from planning through to completion. However, you may want to some of the process yourself and this can easily be accommodated. I have reliable and competent contacts who are available to bring your aspirations for a new garden to fruition.
Concept plans & detailed design
Concept plans are the backbone of any new garden development and provide a framework for the overall work. These usually include the configuration of the paths, gardens and living spaces along with considerations regarding indoor /outdoor flow. Depending on the complexity of the elements used in the concept plan, additional drawings showing construction details maybe required.
Planting plans
Planting plans will give you detail about which plants are to be are to be placed where , photos of each one and a plant ordering schedule (grade and number). Additional information about seasonal care and general planting preparation is also available.
Sourcing and buying of plants
There are a range of nurseries that I source from on a regular basis some of which specalise in larger grades which help establish a garden quickly. More specialist plants can also be supplied from around the country.
Project management
Over the years I have gained experienced in managing a variety of projects from urban gardens ( both new and old) to larger scale ones such as a garden for a dementia unit, communal garden spaces for town housing and apartment blocks. The ability to work collaboratively is an essential skill in this area.
Collaborating with architects
A garden renewal is often required following a house renovation and working in with architects and architectural designers is essential in achieving a great outcome. Sometimes this can be as simple as a series of planting plans but often it requires close collaboration with the design and build team involved. Link to Onemind Design here?
Council consent applications
Council consent applications (Building, Resource, Encroachments) are able to be lodged as required and tracked through the various councils online consent portals. I have also provided planting plans to architects for Resource Consents that provide the required level of detail regarding eco sourcing and natives indigenous to the Wellington area.
Lighting and irrigation systems
Both lighting and irrigation can enhance the enjoyment of your garden enormously. Lighting can provide the obvious practical element to any garden but can also be used to enhance your garden through highlighting trees and features and extending the visual effects of the garden especially in winter. Irrigation can be used to both conserve water through the use of controllers and specific applicators thus ensuring that you garden thrives under dry conditions
Garden consultations
Garden Consultations offer an inexpensive way to discuss your garden and its possibilities without committing to a concept plan straight away. This will involve a site visit with the option of a written report afterwards. Further services as outlined above can be offered at a later date as required.