4. Garden Presentation Plan
Bringing the Design together Our Garden Presentation Plans are detailed plans completed to scale which show the proposed layout as well as hard landscaping materials, accompanied by a Scope of Works and reflect all the decisions that have been agreed to this point. The CAD allows for a high degree of accuracy in quantifying the […]
3. Garden Concept Plan
Setting The Scene We then assist you in choosing complimentary colours for example for retaining walls or perhaps we’ll look to include some beautiful clay paver setts. We like to focus on textural details and this can really help break up an area of hard landscaping. As we always say, ‘The Design is in the […]
2. Topographic Garden Survey
Measuring Up The reason that the site survey is so valuable is because of its precision. Later on in the design process when we complete the specification for the Presentation Plan, we will be quantifying the works required for the Contractors to provide a quote. An accurate survey allows for more accurate specification and therefore […]
1. Garden Design Consultation
Initial Garden Design Consultation In order for us to be able to create a totally unique garden that reflects your aspirations, we ensure that we take the time to fully understand you and your style preferences. At Llevelo, this means starting with a Design Consultation. The Garden Design Consultation is a two-phase process which starts […]
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