Image above from Easigrass Think artificial grass and you might immediately think of greengrocer shelves or 1970s football pitches, but the technology to make it look and feel real has come on leaps and bounds in the past few years. Wanting to spend time enjoying their gardens rather than tending to them, more and more… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Gardens
Restoring your garden after your renovation is over
A renovation project is a big undertaking and while it is exciting, it can have a negative impact on your outdoor spaces. Lawns can become damaged from vehicles, contractors and boxes of materials, plants can become ripped out or die from lack of sunlight, and layouts can be destroyed by new additions. But if you’re… Read more »
Garden design inspiration from the pros
Garden design inspiration from Design for Me’s landscape design pros Is your garden a blank canvas? Are you wanting a complete garden design overhaul? It can be difficult to know where to start and the possibilities are endless! Luckily, we have rounded up some of the best garden designs from our landscape design professionals on… Read more »
Can garden designers work remotely?
Image by Simon, garden designer from East Hampshire, South East. Click here to see more and shortlist them for your home project. Never before have our gardens been more important than now, and thankfully Spring has already brought us some sunshine. Now is a perfect time to turn your attention to home life and… Read more »
How to create the perfect atmosphere in your garden
A well-planned garden atmosphere offers a peaceful escape from the stresses of daily life. It provides a tranquil setting to unwind with a good book, enjoy al fresco dining, play games with loved ones or simply appreciate nature’s beauty. With some creativity and careful planning, your garden can become an oasis that blurs the lines… Read more »
10 modern garden design ideas
Modern garden design ideas Design for Me has a community of hundreds of garden designers all across the country and we’ve compiled the most inspiring modern garden design ideas for you. If you like the look of one, you can click on the image to see that garden designer’s other work and shortlist them for your project Bringing the… Read more »
Do you need planning permission for a fence or wall?
Planning permission for a fence or wall You do not need planning permission to erect a new one or alter, maintain, improve or take down an existing fence, wall or gate. However, the following conditions must be adhered to: There must not be any listed buildings on the site. There must not be any listed buildings on… Read more »
Garden design services – how much do they cost?
Many people assume that using designer for their home or garden is a luxury for the super wealthy, who own large country piles or multi-million pound town houses. However, through websites like Design for Me, affordable home and garden design has become more accessible to the masses. It’s now much more common for garden designer to offer a suite of garden… Read more »
Urban Garden Design in Peckham
A perfect match on Design for Me Back in February, Rupert was on the look-out for a garden designer to transform his south London garden into a fantastic space for entertaining friends. Using Design for Me, he quickly found Simon Orchard and the design work started. Before meeting Simon, Rupert already had some strong ideas…. Read more »
Upgrade Your Garden with Technology
You’ve put thought into making it an enjoyable space for you and your guests, but have you considered incorporating technology to take it to the next level? There are many technological innovations you can integrate into your garden to increase its appeal and tranquility in the 21st century. Consider these unique gadgets to enhance your… Read more »
