Susan works collaboratively with her clients, listening to their needs, to ensure that the garden design brief is clear and is interpreted correctly.

Working closely with a group of local specialist contractors or your preferred builder, Susan ensures the garden design process is smooth and seamless from initial concept to project completion.

Instead of repeating a favoured formula, a garden designer is inspired by the client's desires and aspirations, site characteristics such as size and orientation, client budget, and general design methods and principles. Often unusual client needs or site limitations can often drive the most inspiring designs.

If you are searching for a garden designer you probably do not need convincing about the merits of a garden makeover. The growing trend in gardening and outdoor living has driven a huge industry. The garden is now considered the fifth room, after the kitchen, living room, bathroom, and bedroom.

Many people now spend more on a garden makeover than they do on their kitchen.

Did you know that a well maintained garden can add up to 20% on the resale value of your property? (The Telegraph, Property section, by Ella Buchan, published May 2016).

Need further inspiration? Susan visits dozens of gardens, nurseries, suppliers and garden/ trade shows each year for inspiration. Some of her favourite gardens include West Dean and Bramdean House for kitchen gardens, Sissinghurst and The Manor House for formal gardens, Beth Chatto's for gardens demonstrating right plant right place, and Longstock Park for water gardens.

Why not contact Susan to discuss your ideas and your favourite gardens!