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We offer a range of complete and stand-alone services catering to a varied portfolio of domestic and commercial clients across Cambridgeshire and the UK. We pride ourselves on our positive approach and ability to find solutions to every challenge. Combining the spark of initial ideas with a thoughtful response to the unique qualities of a site, we create beautiful, biodiverse landscapes that enrich the lives of all who inhabit them.

1. FULL GARDEN AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICE

Transforming your outdoor space and bringing you closer to nature

A fully bespoke, concept-to-completion design and project monitoring service for your garden or landscape project.

We will use our expertise, passion and experience to create a beautiful outdoor space that honours your vision and supports wildlife.

For private and domestic clients across the UK. Pricing is tailored to your unique project requirements.

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“Working with Lucy was an absolute pleasure! We enjoyed every step of the design process. Lucy really took her time to understand what is important to us and translated our chaotic thoughts into a beautiful garden. She worked closely with the landscapers and ensured the project was a success…”

— Dean & Annika, Hertfordshire

2. LANDSCAPE DESIGN FOR ARCHITECTS, DEVELOPERS & PLANNING

A landscape-led approach to support your development proposals and achieve Biodiversity Net Gain

Landscape design services for architects, developers and self-builders who require support with planning applications and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements.

We work closely with ecologists, planning consultants and other specialists for an integrated and thorough approach.

For projects across the UK.

From single dwellings to small housing developments, we are experienced at working as part of a multi-disciplinary design team to deliver schemes that will satisfy planning requirements whilst enriching the landscape for people and supporting biodiversity.
Our specific expertise means we can offer meaningful input early on in the process of planning your project and connect the dots between ecology and planning.
Lucy is UKHab trained and experienced at delivering BNG compliant designs at varying scales.
- Landscape Concepts
- Landscape Masterplans
- Tree & Shrub Plans with protection & mitigation strategies
- Biodiversity Enhancement Plans
- Biodiverse Planting Design
- Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
- Construction Packages & Specifications
- Planting Plans and Specifications
Starting at £3k, all projects are priced according to your specific planning requirements, timescales and design scope.

“Lucy brings confidence and creativity with a genuinely collaborative approach, making her and her team a joy to work with. By placing landscape and garden design at the forefront, the relationship between architecture, setting, and outdoor space is elevated to something far more considered, enriching and sustainable.”

— Jon, DuCroz architects, Oxfordshire

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3. GUIDELINE DESIGN – FOR YOU AND FOR NATURE

A lighter touch one-off garden design & consultation service that offers personalised advice and guidance across Cambridgeshire & the East of England

An in-person design review with Lucy in your garden that will give you the professional input and direction you need to implement positive changes to your outdoor space. Make the most of your garden using Lucy’s personalised insights and ideas to help you put it all into practice.

Includes follow-up information to give you creative direction, and a guideline sketch for you to implement in your own time. For domestic clients within 1 hour travel from Ely, covering Cambridgeshire and some parts of Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex.

- How to reorganise the space to suit your needs
- How to make space for wildlife and encourage biodiversity
- Short and long term plans for the garden
- What plants to buy, and where to put them
- Tips and advice on turning the idea into a reality
- Clients within 1 hr travel of Ely, Cambridgeshire
- Clients who need constructive input but do not need a fully comprehensive service
- Gardens must be reasonably straightforward and under 250sqm
- 20 minute phone call to discuss your vision
- 1.5 hour meeting in your garden
- Guideline Sketch to map out the main elements of your garden to take forward in your own time
- Practical tips and guides to assist in the creation of your garden
- Up to 2 weeks of email support from Lucy
- Follow-up PDF with personalised information on the following:
  - Plant shortlist
  - Restructuring and organising tasks
  - Supplier recommendations
  - Enhancements for nature
£1900
Advance payment of 50% of full fee payable prior to phone call.
Final payment of 50% of full fee payable upon receipt of follow-up pdf and sketch.
This service does not include detailed planting plans, technical drawings, or any information for construction.
The Guideline Sketch is indicative and should only be used as a visual reference.
Clients should seek advice from a registered landscape contractor, arboriculturist or structural engineer before carrying out any landscape or tree works.
Include location map with guideline catchment area

“Lucy has completely transformed our small garden at our new build property and we are very happy with the result. We now have a garden that feels much more spacious and structured - my favourite feature is the little beech hedge that spans the main bed and looks beautiful throughout the year.”

— Chris, Cambridgeshire

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4. PLANTING DESIGN

Cultivating beauty and supporting wildlife through ecologically-informed and biodiverse planting design

A thoughtful and considered planting design service that will enhance your outdoor space when hard landscaping is not required.

Successful planting relies on responding sensitively to the site conditions and creating unique species lists that work together in the spirit of ‘right plant, right place’.

For private and domestic clients across the UK.

Includes planting plans & schedules, illustrated lists and any specifications needed for correct installation.

Pricing is tailored to your unique project requirements.

- 20 min introductory call free of charge to determine the scope of services you require
- In-person meeting to discuss your Planting Design Brief
- Site analysis to determine the characteristics, constraints and potential of the existing site - may be accompanied by a survey
- Written Planting Design Brief & Fee Proposal
- Planting plans
- Illustrated plant lists / moodboards
- Schedules and/or specifications needed for correct installation.
- Plant sourcing
- Implementation
We provide aftercare plans and seasonal aftercare visits with follow-up summaries to assist you or your maintenance gardener in nurturing your garden as it evolves and develops. We love revisiting projects in the years after completion to monitor growth and advise on management of the inevitable changes that come about in any landscape as time passes.
Our prices for stand-alone planting design start at £2k and are tailored to the unique requirements of your project. Having met you and assessed the areas which require our input during the preparation & brief phase, we provide you with a bespoke fee proposal detailing all the stages of work, and the associated fees for every stage.

“I very much enjoyed working with Lucy as she planned and then planted my brand new garden. Lucy managed to achieve what we set out to do in spite of a very difficult time as far as plants were concerned. I have no hesitation in recommending her work to any future clients.”

— Pennie, Cambridgeshire

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“I knew I was in good hands when I first met Lucy. Every discussion and meeting just confirmed her expertise and professionalism. This was a really tricky garden to deal with and she made every part of the process pain free. She knew what I wanted from the garden and how to achieve it, with beautiful materials tailored to my budget but without compromising the end result. Lucy’s design is incredible and has transformed our sad, dreary garden. I absolutely love every part of it!”

— Harriet, Loughton
“Lucy redesigned and created a beautiful garden for me. From the initial consultation to completion of the project she was totally committed to creating the kind of garden I wanted and the result is perfect. Her knowledge and enthusiasm is infectious and I have enjoyed watching the garden grow and emerge into a beautiful space. Totally professional, the work was completed on time and worth every penny.”

— Sinead, North London
“Lucy designed my garden in London and is also currently developing the design for a rural garden for me. I can thoroughly recommend her as a brilliant landscape professional who combines pragmatism and experience with a very creative eye. Lucy is also a great pleasure to work with.”

— Lucy, North London & Suffolk
“Lucy was amazing from start to finish. After taking on board the brief she instantly had ideas, made suggestions and drew up mood boards. Communication was great and I felt part of the process every step of the way. Everything was completed on time and on budget. She transformed the space into a soft, colourful garden which is a joy to be in. It was a pleasure working with her and I can't recommend her highly enough.”

— Nick, North London
“We have worked with Lucy on a number of occasions. Each time we have been given clear and detailed construction drawings for which to build from. Lucy's designs are unique and are sympathetic to the environment. A pleasure to work with - very happy to recommend.”

— Ben, Professional Landscaper, North London
“I very much enjoyed working with Lucy as she planned and then planted my brand new garden. She produced a lovely plan and we had some most enjoyable tussles over which plants to choose. She managed to achieve what we set out to do in spite of a very difficult time as far as plants were concerned. I have no hesitation in recommending her work to any future clients.”

— Pennie, Cambridgeshire
“Lucy has completely transformed our small garden at our new build property and we are very happy with the result. We were keen to attract wildlife and were delighted when, despite the small space, she included several trees in the design. We now have a garden that feels much more spacious and structured - my favourite feature is the little beech hedge that spans the main bed and looks beautiful throughout the year.
Lucy was extremely easy to work with; she communicated clearly with us throughout the process and the design and planting were completed on time.”

— Chris, Cambridgeshire
"Working with Lucy was an absolute pleasure! We enjoyed every step of the design process. Lucy really took her time to understand what is important to us and translated our chaotic thoughts into a beautiful garden. She worked closely with the landscapers and ensured the project was a success. We love our garden as it is now and couldn't be happier with Lucy's work."

— Dean & Annika, Hertfordshire
“At DuCroz Architects, we have had the pleasure of collaborating with Lucy on a wide range of projects, from landscape-led developments to more intimate commissions for private clients. Lucy brings confidence and creativity with a genuinely collaborative approach, making her and her team a joy to work with. Prior to working with Lucy, external works and planting were too often treated as an afterthought. We now frequently encourage our clients to engage Lucy at the very beginning of the design process. Through our collaborations, we have come to fully appreciate the value of giving buildings and their settings equal weight.”

— Jon, DuCroz architects, Oxfordshire
“The plans look excellent and reflect both the current known flight paths for the Lesser Horseshoes and the planned flight routes from the proposed new roost area. It shows the surveys have produced a good understanding of how bats are using the site and an effective translation into mitigation, which the planners ought to be impressed with.”

— Mark, Ecologist, Cornwall

Not sure which service will suit your needs? Get in touch to book a 20 minute introductory phone call with Lucy.

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