Business Details
Award-Winning Garden Design Services in Farnham, Surrey
Raine Garden Design has been crafting bespoke garden spaces across the southeast of England for over two decades. Our approach combines artistic vision with practical expertise, ensuring each project reflects the client's lifestyle and aspirations. We collaborate closely with clients from initial consultation through to construction, utilising trusted APL-accredited contractors to deliver high-quality results. Our portfolio spans intimate courtyards to expansive estates, all designed with meticulous attention to detail.Recognised for award-winning RHS exhibition gardens, we prioritise client collaboration and innovative design solutions. With hand-drawn and CAD visualisation options, we ensure clarity throughout the design process. Our team's extensive experience in landscape architecture and horticulture guarantees tailored outdoor spaces that evolve beautifully over time.
Services
Garden Design
Landscape Construction
Planting Plans
3D Visualisation
Consultancy
Highlights and features
- We have over 22 years of experience in bespoke garden design.
- Our team collaborates with APL-accredited landscaping professionals.
- Personalised design process tailored to individual client lifestyles.
- Award-winning RHS exhibition garden specialists with five accolades.
- Offer hand-drawn and CAD visualisation for clear project previews.
Associations and certifications
- APL (The Association of Professional Landscapers)
What people say
Thrilled with design
Exceptional expertise
Transformed our garden
Excellent communication
Award-winning results
Services
Garden Design
Our garden design service creates tailored outdoor spaces combining aesthetics and functionality. We begin with detailed client consultations to understand lifestyle needs, followed by site surveys and concept development. Using hand-drawn and digital visualisation techniques, we present proposals that evolve through client feedback before finalising masterplans for construction.
Landscape Construction
We oversee complete landscape construction projects using trusted APL-accredited contractors. Our process ensures precise implementation of design plans, from structural elements like patios and water features to soft landscaping. Regular site visits guarantee adherence to quality standards and timelines while maintaining clear client communication throughout the build phase.
Planting Plans
Our planting designs focus on creating year-round interest through carefully selected plant palettes. We consider soil conditions, microclimates, and maintenance requirements to ensure sustainable growth. Detailed planting plans specify species placement, quantities, and seasonal characteristics, resulting in vibrant, low-maintenance gardens that enhance the overall design aesthetic.
3D Visualisation
We offer hand-drawn and computer-aided 3D visualisations to help clients envision final outcomes. These include aerial masterplans, axonometric drawings, and animated fly-throughs that illustrate spatial relationships and design elements. This service ensures clear communication of proposals before construction begins, allowing for informed decision-making.
Consultancy
Our consultancy service provides expert guidance on garden design challenges and opportunities. We offer initial assessments of existing spaces, planning condition requirements, and budgeting advice. Through collaborative discussions, we develop tailored solutions that address specific client needs while maintaining design integrity and practicality.
People
Raine Clarke-Wills
Head Consultant Designer
Award-winning garden designer with over 22 years' experience, holding a distinction in garden design from Chichester University. Founded Raine Garden Design and created five RHS award-winning exhibition gardens. Oversees all projects with meticulous attention to detail.
Jane Attwood
Executive Assistant
Manages administrative operations and client communications with organisational expertise gained across commercial and public sectors. Combines data management skills with creative experience as a textile artist to support the design process effectively since joining in 2023.
Jagoda Makowska
Assistant Garden Designer
Graduated with a master's in Landscape Architecture from Lublin University. Brings artistic flair to design work with exceptional hand-drawing skills. Assists in creating detailed garden proposals while developing her expertise under Raine's mentorship.
Melissa Wilkinson
Garden Designer
Qualified CAD technician with a background in retail merchandising. Translates design concepts into precise technical drawings and 3D visualisations. Combines creativity with technical accuracy to produce realistic garden representations that enhance client understanding of proposed schemes.
Questions
What garden design services do you offer?
We provide full-service garden design including initial consultations, site surveys, concept development, 3D visualisations, and construction oversight. Specialising in bespoke solutions for small gardens, large estates, and corporate spaces.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, and Berkshire with corporate projects extending to mainland Europe. Our Farnham-based team serves clients throughout the southeast region of England.
How does the design process work?
The process begins with a client brief and site survey, followed by concept development and 3D visualisations. After finalising masterplans, we oversee construction using trusted contractors, ensuring quality throughout the project lifecycle.
What payment terms apply?
We require an initial deposit upon accepting the design quote, an interim payment at the concept stage, and final payment upon completion of design work. Specific terms are outlined in project proposals.
Can you assist with planning permission?
We provide detailed design plans that meet planning requirements, including necessary 3D drawings and documentation. Our experience with planning conditions ensures compliance with local authority specifications.
Do you work with other professionals?
We collaborate with APL-accredited landscapers and professional surveyors. Our network of trusted contractors ensures high-quality implementation of design plans while maintaining clear communication throughout projects.
Reviews (4)
Nicholas Marsh
Oct 01, 2021
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Raine was absolutely fantastic in getting to know us and understand our design requirements. She spent lots of time us to develop the design and was not afraid to challenge our suggestions to maintain the integrity of the garden design. A funny, warm and friendly person, Raine was just perfect in working with us, to design our dream garden. We've just got to build it now.
Stan Mayne
May 26, 2021
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So happy we chose Raine to guide us through the perils of designing a new garden from scratch. Raine took the time to get to know us and our style before discussing the practicalities, pitfalls and pleasures of designing a beautiful garden which would be well balanced for our space. Every step was meticulously planned, making sure we were in total agreement along the way. Raine has been open to discussion, has offered relevant exciting suggestions, and has overseen the construction and planting with genuine passion. She visited regularly and checked every view and angle during planting to ensure
Debra Mitchell
Sep 01, 2020
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We are absolutely delighted with our beautifully designed garden. Raine has created a truly stunning area for us to relax and enjoy. The cedar structures, plants and colours all add to the Mediterranean feel. On meeting Raine, we immediately felt we could work together. She really spends time learning how you live and what you want to get from your outdoor area. She is then happy to constantly amend the brief as the project progresses. We weren't sure about a couple of the suggestions initially but we soon came to trust Raine's judgement. She really does know what she's talking about and can
Sally Toulmin
May 21, 2020
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Raine exercised her full planning expertise to convert our garden into a glorious and wonderful space to entertain and relax in. The challenge was to design a planting plan within the constraints of the hard landscaping that had been carried out relatively recently and we were not prepared to change. Raines additional suggestions (almost bordering on insistence - but well meant and certainly justified) to replace the pergola with three magnificent cedar arches and the fencing with Venetian style panels we followed. These changes, together with the fabulous planting design, has completely transformed
