Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Garden Design & Landscaping Services in Brighton
Arcadia Garden Design has been crafting bespoke garden spaces in Brighton, Sussex, and the home counties since 1995. Our team combines extensive horticultural expertise with creative design to deliver tailored solutions for gardens of all scales, from intimate urban courtyards to expansive rural landscapes. With formal qualifications and professional indemnity insurance, we prioritise client collaboration, meticulous planning, and seamless project execution. Our process begins with a detailed consultation to understand individual needs, followed by comprehensive surveys, master planning, and construction supervision. We maintain continuity throughout projects by assigning dedicated teams, ensuring clean and efficient site management.Our commitment extends beyond installation through customised maintenance programmes and advisory visits, leveraging decades of plant knowledge to sustain garden vitality. Recognised by the Society of Garden Designers, we uphold rigorous standards of spatial creativity and technical proficiency. Client testimonials highlight our ability to transform challenging spaces into functional, aesthetically cohesive environments while adhering to budgets and timelines. From historic garden restorations to contemporary designs incorporating water features and sustainable elements, we deliver enduring solutions that harmonise with both architecture and natural surroundings.
Services
Garden Design
Landscaping
Planting Plans
Pond Restoration
Wildlife Habitats
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in garden design and landscaping.
- Our founder is a registered member of the Society of Garden Designers.
- We offer a fully insured service with public liability and professional indemnity cover.
- Our team maintains continuity by staying on projects from start to finish.
- We provide customised aftercare maintenance programmes for new gardens.
Associations and certifications
- Society of Garden Designers
What people say
Creative and detailed approach
Excellent design execution
Transformed neglected spaces
Professional and reliable
Outstanding planting schemes
Services
Garden Design
Arcadia Garden Design creates bespoke garden layouts tailored to property architecture and client preferences. Our process includes initial consultations, site surveys, and master planning to develop functional, aesthetically cohesive spaces. We incorporate elements like water features, pergolas, and wildlife habitats while considering maintenance requirements and budget constraints.
Landscaping
We deliver comprehensive landscaping services including hard landscaping, drainage systems, and structural installations. Our team supervises construction phases, ensuring quality control and adherence to design specifications. Services range from patio installations to complex terrain modifications, maintaining continuity through dedicated project teams.
Planting Plans
Our planting schemes combine seasonal interest with ecological sustainability. We select appropriate plant species for local conditions, providing detailed planting plans and schedules. Services include sourcing quality plants, implementing irrigation systems, and creating maintenance programmes to ensure long-term garden vitality.
Pond Restoration
Arcadia specialises in restoring historic ponds and creating new water features. Our expertise includes ecological pond design, drainage solutions, and aquatic planting. We integrate wildlife-friendly elements while maintaining aesthetic harmony with surrounding landscapes, as demonstrated in award-winning heritage projects.
Wildlife Habitats
We design gardens that support local biodiversity through native plant selection and habitat creation. Services include installing pollinator-friendly planting schemes, bird-friendly features, and sustainable drainage systems. Our approach balances ecological benefits with visual appeal and functional garden design.
People
Emily Blake-Dyke
Founder & Lead Designer
Emily Blake-Dyke established Arcadia Garden Design in 1995, bringing decades of horticultural expertise. A registered member of the Society of Garden Designers, she oversees all design and planting projects, combining creative vision with technical proficiency to deliver tailored garden solutions.
Questions
What garden design services do you offer?
We provide full-service garden design including consultations, surveys, master planning, construction drawings, and planting schemes tailored to your property and preferences.
Do you work on both small and large gardens?
Yes, we handle projects of all scales from urban courtyards to large rural estates, adapting our approach to suit each garden's unique requirements.
Are you insured for landscaping projects?
We maintain full public liability and professional indemnity insurance coverage for all our design and landscaping work.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We begin with detailed consultations to understand your needs, followed by collaborative plan development and regular progress updates throughout the project.
Do you provide aftercare maintenance services?
Yes, we create customised maintenance programmes and offer advisory visits to ensure your garden thrives after installation.
Can you restore historic gardens?
We have extensive experience in restoring mature and historic gardens, including heritage-listed properties and traditional English garden designs.
