Process
First Meeting
Through our first meeting, conversation and careful observation, a sense of the project, the site and the people begins to emerge — its history, atmosphere and potential, as well as how the space will be lived in and experienced over time.
This intuitive and practical understanding forms the foundation for everything that follows.
Concept Design
Initial ideas are developed through sketching and spatial studies.
The aim is to establish a clear structure — how the garden is organised, how it is experienced, and how it connects to its surroundings.
Masterplan
The agreed concept is developed into a coherent plan, resolving levels, circulation and key elements.
At this stage, the overall composition is fixed — providing a clear framework for detailed design.
Technical Design
Detailed drawings are prepared to enable accurate construction.
Materials, levels and junctions are carefully resolved, ensuring the design can be built clearly and faithfully.
Planting Design
Bespoke planting is designed to complement the garden concept and its underlying structure.
Drawings are developed by hand, allowing each plant to be considered carefully. Where possible, Doug personally sources and places the plants, including wildflowers.
Planting design continues through to the final placement — informed by months of familiarity with the space before planting begins.
On Site - Creating The Space
We offer a flexible approach to construction, shaped around each project. For work within Oxfordshire and the surrounding areas, this can include managing the build contractually— coordinating specialist contractors, sourcing materials and overseeing the process on a daily basis.
For projects further afield, involvement can continue through site visits and ongoing consultation.
