HELPING RE-IMAGINE THE SPACES AROUND OUR BUILDINGS
Welcome to Outside Spaces
"I have spent the last 20 years working with clients to re-imagine the spaces around the buildings they inhabit, opening their eyes and imagination to the simple power of geometry, material choice and the natural world of plants and ecology. During this time I have been honing my ability to tastefully combine these elements, subsequently helping unlock the hidden potential in even the most challenging of external spaces."
"My wealth of knowledge, experience and gregarious personality have allowed me to design outside spaces and plantings with a confidence and relaxed manner that ensures time is available for you to enjoy the process. You can also tap into my trusted network of suppliers and professional landscapers to get the build completed on schedule and within budget expectations."
What does a Landscape Architect do?
Landscape Design
Planting Design & Specification
Landscape Planning Submissions
Landscape Contract Administration & Tender Selection
3D Rendering & CAD
Landscape Management Plans
Aerial Surveying
Planting Consultancy
My Philosophy
The success of any design project relies upon clear communication of an idea, enthusiasm to create something unique and the trust built between a client, contractors and the design team throughout every stage of the process.
More about me
Listen
I was told a very long time ago that a good designer is also a good listener. Consequently my portfolio is bespoke and colourful, reflecting the individuality of each and every design commission that I undertake and my skill as a good listener. I have always prided myself on the ability to develop a comprehensive brief with my clients, time spent at the beginning of a project will be time saved as it evolves.
Design
As a qualified Landscape Architect with a keen interest in technology, I have developed a streamlined workflow that effectively communicates my ideas to any audience. Using the latest CAD and rendering software alongside more traditional sketching techniques I am able to immerse clients within the new landscape.
Accuracy
Whether as part of a detailed planning application or to aid in tendering a design, my presentations are detailed and accurately scaled to enable ease of construction and to avoid complications once work is underway.
Experience
I have qualifications in both Landscape Design and Ecology that effectively equip me to take on a wide variety of interesting and challenging projects. With 20 years direct experience within the industry nothing phases me and if I cannot come up with a solution immediately, I have a trusted network of specialised contacts that are more than willing to assist.
Go 'Remote' and save 15% on fixed fees
I am moving business online
maintaining my professional service
As technology continues to improve and access to geo-data online, direct file uploads and photo sharing becomes easier I am moving towards a more 'remote' design service. Allowing me to offer discounts on fees and significantly reducing the timeline for delivery of plans and details. If you would prefer a meeting on site or the project is unusual or complex and requires a visit then I would of course be more than happy to schedule a 'face-to-face' meeting (£95.00+VAT)
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Design
Learn more →I have the passion and skill to deliver great design.
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Build
Learn more →I know the people to deliver the project to the highest standards.
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Consult
Learn more →Need advice or reassurance, speak to me.
What my clients said:
“James always responds quickly and knowledgeably to the many questions I've asked him. I've found him to be incredibly helpful throughout the process, it's the level of detail that he goes into that makes a difference”
Mr O'Keefe
“We were delighted with James' interpretation of our ideas - I would describe his interpretation as visionary. He produced very detailed plans which described every facet of the proposed design”
Mr & Mrs Bahra Morgan
“James was professional and installed confidence that he would interpret our brief with his own ideas”
Mr & Mrs Watts
“James completely transformed my garden, he planned it out from the start to finish and executed the work seamlessly. James had some brilliant ideas which I never would have considered, applied an artful eye and helped us visualise what we wanted our garden to be. ”
Mr Patel
"Work online saves on fees and delivers fast"
The amount of readily available and useful information now available to me as a Landscape Architect online or within client planning applications is immense. I am able to reflect this in my discounted fee structure for projects that can be completed entirely by remote means. Projects are delivered faster than if a site visit has to be organised and the reduction in travelling is helping to reduce my carbon footprint. Help me to help you by working remotely.
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"Re-imagining the spaces around the buildings we inhabit, from seedling idea to delivery on the ground"
