We build the foundations, drainage, and groundwork the same way on every job we take on. We lay the paving to the same specification and standard, with the same sub-base and edges; we fix the timber elements the same way. The finishing might be simpler, but we build what sits underneath to the standard we hold on every project.

Design and material choices are where we tune the project to the budget. The layouts are cleaner and use fewer intricate cuts, which reduces waste and labour time. We choose paving from our range of well-priced quality stones rather than premium options; for timber, we use treated softwood, still carefully sourced from sustainable producers, rather than hardwood.

The design work is quicker too, which many makeover clients prefer: the turnaround from first meeting to a finished garden is shorter than on a full transformation.

We produce an itemised quote with upgradeable options, so you can see how the budget is used and either reduce or upgrade elements as you like.

You can upgrade during the same project or later, for example, we can swap softwood for hardwood, replace a seeded lawn with turf, or extend the borders. We draw the makeover layouts so those upgrades slot in cleanly rather than requiring a rebuild.