The Romantic Walled Garden
December 29, 2025
Set in the heart of a large estate in rural Essex, the owners of this walled garden wanted to transform an old vegetable garden into
Set in the heart of a large estate in rural Essex, the owners of this walled garden wanted to transform an old vegetable garden into
Contemporary Meets Heritage Llevelo Garden Design were commissioned to support a planning application for a new dwelling. The original home was a gate keepers lodge
Llevelo Garden Design were appointed to re-design the landscape of this clients new property near Newmarket, Suffolk. The garden was part of a larger refurbishment
Luxurious Garden Design Llevelo Garden Design were commissioned to design this luxury contemporary garden in Essex. Having recently renovated the house, the clients wanted a
When we first visited this garden, it was an unused area which was tired and joyless. The client wanted to do ‘something’ and had an
A sheltered space This modern farmhouse near Colchester had been built centrally to the plot of land and the ‘garden’ was primarily lawn and a
Combining function with flamboyance This beautiful one acre walled garden near Colchester was an original feature to a Georgian property. Set in 14 acres of
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Whether you are redesigning an established country garden or planning a new landscape from the ground up, considered layouts, suitable materials and well-chosen plants can transform a large garden into a practical, inviting and visually impressive outdoor environment.