Lewis & Scott Retirement Living Ltd. – Tollersbury Landscape masterplanning for a new concept and template for retirement living Lockhart Garratt is currently providing landscape architecture services developing an entirely new concept for retirement community living. The key ambition of the design process is to create an alternative template that offers a safe and inspiring place to live during Read more »

The Harmonious Garden The client's vision was to create a family garden within a generous landscape which was simple, practical and in perfect harmony with the wider surroundings. Less is more is the perfect summary of this garden, with open tree glades and mown paths through wild meadows, making every corner feel natural and uncomplicated. Blending such bold architecture into the landscape is no mean Read more »

A Hidden Gem This back garden is a hidden gem, showcasing just what can be achieved at this scale. The clients had recently downsized and had refurbished the property prior to moving in. The garden has a softness and flow that welcomes you into its heart. The different elements are all drawn together by the meandering lawn. Well placed trees block out neighbouring windows and Read more »

Lockdown For The Grandchildren A garden inspired by nature and the restrictions of lockdown. Our wonderful clients, who have had three previous phases built by Nicholsons, wanted to improve their lower garden area to give fun and adventure for the whole family, including a woodland garden and tree house for the grandchildren. Read more »

The Secluded Garden A diverse garden boasting a large landscape with strong simple lines, large swathes of simplicity complimenting the architecture of the house, blending both the contemporary additions and period features.

Contemporary Barn This generously sized garden surrounding a modern barn conversion originally lacked character and any sense of continuity. The new garden design uses a stylish wooden pergola and planting to add a much-needed sense of place to the large open stone terrace. There is also a new elevated relaxed lounge seating area which allows the client and their family to enjoy lovely views in Read more »

The Relaxed Garden The original garden was non-descript, with lawn running to all the boundaries, emphasising the awkward shape of the plot. The new garden now combines the softness of country planting with a hint of formality. The garden flows in a relaxed manner from area to area. The clients love their vegetable and herb gardens, as well as the view of the formal lawn Read more »

A Family Garden A family garden for spending time entertaining outdoors with far-reaching views over the rural countryside.

Homegrown in Oxford Our clients wanted to embrace the good life and turned their large rectangle of grass into an oasis of woodland planting and sheltered food production space. Boldly planting trees to bring the country to the city, this garden is full of birdlife and private spaces and the veg garden could feed the street! Read more »

Gardening in the City This long established family garden was in need of complete renovation. The clients dream of an orangery and summerhouse were included in the plans along with areas for entertaining and relaxing outside. A charming pergola walk dripping with blossom adds privacy in the garden. The city micro-climate allowed the use of some more exotic planting to lend a tropical atmosphere and Read more »