At Ivy & Whyte, we produce scaled layout drawings, mood boards, 3D visuals, and detailed planting moodboards. These are then passed to landscapers and contractors to build from, ensuring accuracy and consistency. We also source and supply plants, specify materials, and oversee how the design is implemented so that the finished garden matches the agreed vision .
A garden designer focuses on the creative and technical planning including layout drawings and planting and material specifications. A landscape gardener (or landscaper) carries out the physical construction, such as paving, walls, decking, and turfing. At Ivy & Whyte, we handle the design and can recommend trusted landscapers across Brighton, Kent, and the South East
If you already have a clear, simple idea (for example, new decking or a patio) then a landscaper alone may be sufficient. If you want a complete redesign such as a new spatial layout and planting scheme then a garden designer ensures everything is planned in advance and built to a cohesive scheme. Our drawings give landscapers a precise plan to work from, avoiding miscommunication and costly mistakes.
A garden designer saves you money in the long run by preventing costly mistakes and avoiding the need to redo your garden in the future. At Ivy & Whyte, we plan every detail, from layout and materials to planting schemes so that your space is practical, sustainable, and built right the first time.
From the initial design consultation to the completion of the design this can take anywhere between 4 to 8 weeks depending on the scale of the space. Build times can range from a few weeks for small courtyards to around 2-3 months for larger gardens. The average build time for our projects is 4 weeks.
Costs depend on garden size and scope of work. Design fees are typically around 10-20% of your garden build cost. A full design starts from £3k but individual drawings and services can be quoted individually.
Yes, we offer online consultations and deliver digital drawings and planting plans that landscapers can follow. We are based in Brighton and in Kent and our projects cover the South-East however we can cover any location with our remote design service. We also arrange plant delivery across the South East of the UK, making remote design practical and efficient. We are coastal garden design specialists so if you have a project on the coast anywhere in the UK we are here to help.
Garden Design work can start any time in the year. Winter and early spring are ideal times to appoint a garden designer and get the process moving, as it gives time to plan before building in spring/summer. Then we can complete the planting in spring or autumn, when conditions are best for establishment.
We offer both. Ivy & Whyte provides fixed-price packages for specific drawing services and bespoke quotes for more complex projects, ensuring costs are clear from the outset.
Yes we design with your budget in mind and we work closely with the landscapers to ensure we keep your build within desired costs. By adjusting planting density, material choices, and phasing the project, we can design to suit a range of budgets.
A landscape architect usually works on large-scale projects like public spaces, housing developments, or parks, often with planning and engineering considerations. A garden designer focuses on private gardens and outdoor living spaces, creating detailed planting and layout plans for homeowners.