There is an emphasis on creating spaces that are low maintenance and yet have the structure and plants to enhance the style of the garden.
I have noticed a trend towards creating low maintenance gardens for family’s with children and pets. They are prepared to put in artificial grass and low maintenance products the children can play all year round, this seems to be a trend based on being able to spend more time with children and family. We all have busy enough lives that any spare time is precious to us. So good garden design is important to get the right space for you.

I find that I am drawn to look at the boundaries first, most established boundaries are so standardised that they lack any finish. I try to address this issue first there are many examples in the styles section to see differently finished gardens, but as a rule the cleaner the look the better.
The nest issue is where sheds and other elements that are a necessary part of any garden need to be addressed, this can be a conversation about size and purpose.  The next issue can be unsightly views coming in from the surroundings, is it something that needs screening, or is it a tree that needs pruning. We look and solve all of these issues.