Client Brief and Design Approach
This garden redesign in Beckenham focused focuses on improving both style and function in the rear garden, with a particular focus on access to the raised home office at the bottom of the space. The brief called for a welcoming and contemporary seating area, while also addressing a practical need for an easier, more attractive route to the office.
The new layout features a clay paver terrace with a floating hardwood bench, creating a relaxed seating area with clean, modern lines. A ramped entrance provides smooth, accessible access to the office, flanked by raised beds finished in DesignClad, ready to be filled with a planting scheme designed for year-round colour, structure, and interest. The scheme blends with established boundary shrubs and new fencing for a cohesive, finished look.
The design goals included:
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Seamless access to the raised home office via a ramped entrance
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A contemporary clay paver terrace for outdoor seating and relaxation
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A floating hardwood bench for a warm, modern finish
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Raised DesignClad beds to showcase seasonal planting
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Planting for year-round interest, integrated with existing shrubs and new fencing
OB Garden Design approached this project with a focus on function, style, and long-term enjoyment. The hard landscaping creates a strong, clean framework, while the planting will evolve over time, softening the space and offering a changing palette through the seasons. The result is a modern, accessible garden that serves both practical needs and aesthetic ambitions.
Client Feedback
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Contemporary Garden Redesign in Beckenham:
Clay Paver Terrace and DesignClad Raised Beds
Our FAQs on Garden Design
Our garden design practice offers a full garden redesigns, partial redesigns, and bespoke planting designs to rejuvenate existing gardens, for domestic and commercial clients.
The process begins with a complimentary face-to-face initial consultation to discuss your vision. This is followed by creating an outline design, technical drawings, planting plans, and assistance with selecting landscape contractors.
While I focus on the design aspect, I also manage a tender process to select experienced landscapers from a trusted pool to bring the design to life, ensuring that the landscaping project is carried out by professional landscaping services. So yes, we can assist with the design and build of your new space.
Yes, I have experience in landscape design projects ranging from small courtyards to large family estates, tailoring each design to the specific space and client needs.
As one of London and Kent's award winning garden designers, I aim to create joyful, biodiverse gardens by integrating features like wildflower areas and planting schemes that attract various wildlife, enhancing the garden's ecological value.
I studied at the London College of Garden Design at Kew Gardens, graduating with distinction, and have a background in biology and property, as well as completing award winning gardens in Kent and London.
A detailed planting plan is created, considering factors like soil quality, sunlight, and client preferences on garden maintenance, ensuring a cohesive and thriving garden.
Yes, I have a reputation for creating multifunctional spaces that can include elements such as eating or seating areas, outdoor kitchens, water features, and more.
Based in Beckenham, Kent, I work with clients across London and South England to create beautiful outdoor spaces.
You can contact me via phone at 07862 127877 or email at oliver@obgardendesign.com.
