e-Design

Becoming part of the greening revolution, many people are embarking on garden self-build projects because they want to connect with nature via the process of creation. However, to be successful such a project will require a thoughtful design and plans to work from. This inspired me to imagine how the concept of a bespoke grow-your-own kit might be scaled up to the size and complexity of a garden.

My vision is to use the many virtual ways we now have to communicate, to create bespoke garden designs for everyone, based on a process that respects your uniqueness, and the uniqueness of your project.

So, how does it work?

To discover the potential of your space, I will need photographs and dimensions. They don't have to be perfect, as I'll create a design with an adaptable layout.

Inspired by the geometry of nature, my adaptable design style has allowed me to develop a pared-down information gathering process, which means I can focus on understanding your vision of what time spent in your new garden will look and feel like, and getting a sense of your individual aesthetic style, so that your new garden will be a living expression of that which inspires you.

My e-design process recognises that the design journey is different for every project. Consulting with you via email, I will create a bespoke concept design that's tailored to your self-build skills and resources.

I design gardens at every scale, no matter how large, small or unusual the shape. My designs can paint in broad strokes across many acres, create a microhabitat for a balcony, transform a challenging shape into a balanced layout, or celebrate an existing feature. To me, the "problems" of your project are opportunities for creativity that will give your design a unique character unlike any other garden. My mission is to design gardens inspired by the geometry of nature, that support biodiversity and wellness.

Click on the galleries in my PORTFOLIO to see some of my previous bespoke design solutions.

Based on this bespoke concept design, I will provide you with layout and planting plan drawings, including simple, adaptable palettes of material and plant suggestions. These plans are the blueprints for your garden self-build project.

While I always keep your individual resources in mind, instead of focusing on the restrictions of budget, I have reversed the process so you can start with a concept that you love and then, because each of my designs is based on a strong concept with an adaptable layout geometry, you have the freedom to be flexible in the details, such as choice of materials. Your plans are intended to be forwarded to contractors and suppliers so that you can easily compare quotes, and shop for materials, features and plants. With a strong concept design and comprehensive plans to refer to, you can be your own project manager, with the freedom to choose how and when to approach each element of the design. You can choose to bring the garden to life in phases, and create a hybrid self-build project where the balance between DIY and using specialist contractors best suits your skills and resources.

If you would like an e-design quote, please send me a description of your project including the size of your space, and some photographs of your space, to jen@jen-gardens.com or use the form on my CONTACT page to ask me a question.