Our developer client appointed us as the landscape architect for this new-build residential development in North London. Initially, we prepared a sketch landscape design for client review. Following approval, we developed the detailed landscape architect information required to tender the external works.

Our landscape architecture package included a landscape general arrangement drawing and planting plan. It also included planting schedules, detailed landscape sections and a full NBS specification. Therefore, the package provided the information needed to progress the external works efficiently.

The proposed residential development occupies a former workshop site. Existing rear garden boundaries surround the site on all sides. In addition, a single narrow alleyway from Clyde Road provides site access. Consequently, improving the existing boundaries and access formed an important part of our landscape architect brief.

Our landscape architect design proposed a shared surface for the main public area. This space fronts the residential entrances and creates a welcoming arrival experience. It functions as a home zone, allowing pedestrians and vehicles to share the same surface. However, the design also accommodates occasional delivery and refuse collection vehicles.

Vehicle speeds within the shared space will remain very low. As a result, the layout can support informal doorstep play and pedestrian activity. The proposed paving also uses a permeable construction. This approach helps minimise surface water runoff and supports Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) principles.

For the courtyard, our landscape architect specified a combination of evergreen and deciduous planting. The planting strategy provides seasonal interest throughout the year. In addition, strategically positioned trees provide greater privacy for residents. They also help protect the privacy of neighbouring properties.

Finally, the rear garden landscape design provides a simple and flexible layout. Each garden combines paving next to the house with lawn and perimeter planting. This approach creates practical private gardens while maintaining a consistent landscape character across the development.

We were appointed as landscape architect by a developer client for this residential change-of-use project. The scheme converted an existing office building into new homes. Following approval of the initial landscape design, our landscape architect prepared the planning information for Local Authority submission.

In addition, our scope included a comprehensive landscape architect tender package for the external works. This provided the information required to tender the landscape construction. Once construction started, our landscape architect monitored the external works as they progressed.

The existing building required conversion from offices to residential use. Consequently, the architect reviewed the fire strategy and introduced additional exits within the building envelope. Our landscape design also reviewed the parking arrangement. The scheme needed to provide one allocated parking space for each residential unit. Furthermore, we incorporated a private garden for every ground-floor home.

The site uses a communal private access road. Therefore, our landscape architect carefully considered refuse collection and fire tender access. The design also addressed vehicle turning and egress. In addition, we assessed vehicle tracking for all private parking spaces. This ensured residents could park and manoeuvre safely within the constrained site.

Our landscape architecture team carefully considered the existing levels. As a result, the design minimised the need to remove surplus site-won material. This approach reduced the requirement for off-site disposal to landfill. Wherever possible, we retained the existing tarmac surface. We then introduced a resin-bound gravel overlay to improve the appearance and function of the shared access.

Two colours of resin-bound gravel define the surface treatment. We used contrasting bands to reinforce the shared-space character. Therefore, the area does not read primarily as a vehicular route. Instead, the landscape design creates a more pedestrian-friendly environment. The proposed Home Zone principle also encourages doorstep play and provides safer movement for residents.

Furthermore, our landscape architect introduced an avenue of trees throughout the Home Zone. Blocks of planting reinforce the tree planting and strengthen the landscape character. The trees create visual narrowing points along the access route. Consequently, drivers are encouraged to reduce their speed.

The planting also provides greater privacy for residents. At the same time, it creates a softer interface with neighbouring properties. Overall, the landscape architecture responds to the site’s constraints while integrating access, parking, planting, privacy and residential amenity.

A developer client appointed us as landscape architects for this new-build residential development in North London. Initially, we prepared a sketch landscape design to meet the client’s design and cost requirements. Once approved, we produced detailed landscape architect information to discharge the relevant planning conditions. We then developed a comprehensive landscape architecture package for tendering the external works. In addition, our landscape architect provided site monitoring services throughout construction.

The entire development sits above a basement car park. Consequently, the hard and soft landscape areas occupy a podium deck concrete slab across all four levels. Our landscape architects therefore considered drainage carefully when developing the landscape design. We proposed a drainage mat over the waterproof structural slab to support effective drainage beneath the paved and planted areas.

At first and second-floor levels, the design includes private terraces. These terraces combine paved areas, raised planters and glass balustrades around their perimeters. At ground-floor level, the rear of the building includes a communal private garden. This garden incorporates raised planters containing climbers, shrubs and small trees.

The basement car park also required two ventilation structures within the communal garden. Therefore, the landscape architect incorporated planting to screen these structures while maintaining access and ventilation requirements. At lower-ground-floor level, the flats have private gardens. Where possible, we introduced climbers to maximise planting within the limited space. As a result, residents benefit from additional greenery without significantly reducing usable garden areas.

At the front of the residential development, the landscape design needed to accommodate several functional requirements. These included vehicular access to the lower-ground-floor car park, a stepped pedestrian entrance serving the flats, covered bin stores and access to various service meters. The landscape architect coordinated these requirements within the wider landscape scheme. Consequently, the design balances residential amenity, functionality, access and the technical constraints associated with a podium landscape.

We were appointed as landscape architects by a developer client for a new-build residential development in North London. Initially, we developed a sketch landscape design for client approval. We also invited comments from the wider design team.

Our landscape design followed the client brief and its specific functional and aesthetic requirements. Following approval, our landscape architect prepared detailed information to discharge the relevant planning conditions. We then produced a full landscape tender package to enable the contractor to price the external works.

During construction, our landscape architect attended regular site meetings and inspections. This involvement continued through to project completion, helping to maintain the quality and design intent of the landscape scheme.

Several important landscape design considerations shaped the project. Firstly, a significant level change occurs along the Iverson Road frontage. Therefore, the landscape design needed to respond carefully to changes in level and provide an appropriate relationship with the public realm.

Secondly, the scheme required effective screening of the adjacent Network Rail land to the north. Our landscape architects considered planting, boundary treatments and the long-term character of the landscape. Finally, creating a meaningful courtyard landscape at the heart of the development was critical to the success of the scheme.

A significant part of this central courtyard sits beneath a triple-height undercroft. Consequently, our landscape architect carefully considered the available growing conditions. The landscape design responded to factors including light levels, soil depth and planting conditions. This helped ensure that the specified plant material could establish and thrive.

Where possible, the landscape design incorporated private patios for all ground-floor residential units. In addition, the scheme provided accessible routes to all ground-floor units. These requirements were integrated into the overall landscape planning and design approach.

Alongside the standard landscape planning conditions, we also provided detailed information for two specialist conditions. These related to a green wall and a biodiverse roof. The Local Authority required a high level of technical detail to discharge these conditions. Therefore, our landscape architect prepared detailed landscape information to demonstrate compliance and support the planning process.

Overall, our landscape architecture services covered landscape design, planning condition discharge, tender information and construction-stage support. The completed landscape scheme responds to the site’s constraints while creating a high-quality residential environment for future residents.

We were appointed as landscape architect by a developer client for this residential project in South London. Initially, we prepared a sketch landscape design for client approval. We then developed the landscape architect’s information required to discharge the planning conditions.

Once the Local Planning Authority approved the conditions, we prepared a full landscape architecture tender package. This enabled the client to obtain competitive tenders for the external works. The package included landscape general arrangement drawings, a planting plan and schedules, technical details, sections and a full NBS specification.

The site also presented several important landscape design considerations. An existing listed building sits beyond the eastern site boundary. Therefore, our landscape architect carefully considered the relationship between the new landscape and the building’s existing openings.

Site levels also required careful consideration. Our landscape architecture design ensured that the boundary treatments complied with Part M requirements. At the same time, the design protected the existing trees and supported their continued healthy growth.

Furthermore, existing trees occupy the rear of the site. Our landscape design retained the majority of these trees. We achieved this by minimising disturbance to their existing root zones. Wherever possible, we retained the existing ground levels to protect the trees.

Parking also formed an important part of the landscape design. Our landscape architect carefully considered vehicle movements and manoeuvring requirements. The rear parking area therefore provides straightforward access into and out of the site.

In addition, we designed the parking area as a shared space. We deliberately kept the carriageway widths narrow. This approach helps create a more pedestrian-friendly environment while maintaining the necessary vehicle access.

Finally, the northern elevation includes small private gardens for three residential units. Each garden accommodates planting, paving and a dedicated bin store enclosure. As a result, the landscape architect’s design provides practical and attractive external spaces for the new homes.