Garden Design and landscaping

We are Exterior Design Studio, specialising in bespoke garden design and exterior landscape transformations. Working from the World Heritage City of Bath we create designs across the UK.

We offer a full design service for both domestic and commercial gardens. With our experience in design, horticulture and project management we work closely with you to bring your dreams to life.

What sets us apart is our commitment to collaboration. We believe that the best designs are born from a synergy of ideas, and that's why we actively involve you, as well as other relevant designers and professionals, in the creative process.

Recent work

We work on a wide range of projects varying in scale, from City centre hospitality venues to family gardens and large residential estate transformations. Below are a selection of snapshot from our recent projects. Visit our portfolio to see more.

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Update on this quiet corner of a garden in Timsbury designed last summer. The bones are now in to enable the homeowners to add the plants and finishing touches so they can finally make use of the space and enjoy the evening sun and spectacular views
Rocks and boulders are a great addition when used within planting, adding interest and contrast in the summer months and structure in the winter months. In this case it was more efficient to use these large rocks than have them removed offsite!
Couple new books for the coffee table. Very informative and full of great design
Working up a new concept design for a recently extended garden in Dyrham. The sweeping path aims to take you through the various spaces within the garden, creating more of a journey. More to come.
Carpenter has been busy at our Timsbury Garden! Full transformation of this unused corner, Oak frame up and capturing the views. Great progress through snow, rain and sunshine
Just had word that a project designed well over a year ago is finally going ahead, now that the house renovations are complete. A few tweaks to the design and some detailing and this project should be ready to break ground in the new year. Always exc
Creative garden storage built for one of our recent projects. An attractive and safe way to store outdoor furniture, bikes or tools. The battens will age nicely, turning silver and the sedum roof adds a layer of nature to attract bees and capture rai
The front garden is just as important as the back garden. The clients for this lovely Victorian terrace simply asked that the design improves the sense of arrival while reinstating some period features. Complete with seasonal planting and a green roo
A great little front garden project, planted Christmas 2022 and it’s really filling out now. The client was keen to experiment with a gravel garden in this area with the @paramountplants Trachycarpus fortunei settling in well. Swipe for a befor
A tropical leafy vibe to this sunny courtyard in Frome. As part of the design we removed a high wall and replaced it with glazing to open up the views. The house looks out into the courtyard from two sides so creating a lush and leafy backdrop was es
A great little project in the pipeline. A small pub garden in need of some separation from the street. Using tall aluminium trough planters is a simple way to do this, the planting creates an extra buffer while also benefitting the local biodiversity
A few WIP images of a build near Bath, water feature and Olive tree taking centre stage. Yet to be planted up and furniture added but looking great already. (Designed for and built by CLD) Olive tree: @suttonmanornursery_
Early concept for a client in Bradford on Avon. An enclosed courtyard for a young family, complete with mud kitchen.
Recently completed terraced garden in Bath. Lots of structural issues to contend with but pleased with the outcome. Looking forward to seeing it again when the planting establishes. (Designed for and built by CLD)
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A few details and material combinations captured from a recent project. Always a challenge to combine both old and new. See previous post for the full courtyard garden. (Designed for and built by CLD)
Recently finished terraced garden in Lansdown. A lot to pack in to a small space with lots of constraints but pleased with the finish. Swipe for some before and after action. (Designed for and built by CLD)
Recent design in development, a total transformation to the upper area in to an immersive gravel garden. Complete with a narrow water rill and large format paving. Lots of awkward walls and levels to contend with but moving along nicely (Designed for
Arrival of this beauty today. Great selection of mature Olive trees at @suttonmanornursery_
Early progress in Swainswick this week. Raised beds going up in preparation for cladding and planting. Water feature and gnarled Olive trees TBC… Views over the valley will make for a great setting once this one is finished.

Let’s Work Together

We’re always looking for new opportunities to collaborate, if you’re looking for a garden transformation or a business owner looking to maximise your outdoor space, get in touch today…