https://sdlandscapes.uk 2026-03-29 daily 1.0 https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image01.jpg Associate member Landscape Institute https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image03.jpg Contemporary courtyard planting scheme with olive tree, corten steel planters and structured gravel terrace in a planting-led landscape design project. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image07.jpg Ecological stream bank master plan for Ray Mill Island, Maidenhead, showing phased habitat enhancement, riparian planting zones and low-impact restoration strategy. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image04.jpg A woodland garden, Eton https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image05.jpg https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image06.jpg https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image13.jpg https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image08.jpg https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image09.jpg Habitat-led stream bank masterplan showing phased fern pocket interventions designed to enhance biodiversity and stabilise the woodland edge at Ray Mill Island. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery02/2f6f15ff.jpg A completed garden in Marlow showcasing a harmonious blend of architecture and landscape — with Corten steel detailing, layered planting, and water-sensitive design that turns flood management into a defining aesthetic feature. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery02/f96962f6.jpg Detail of the Corten steel bridge in the Marlow garden, showing the contrast between its textured surface, river pebbles, and newly planted native grasses — a tactile meeting of materials that embodies sustainable, wildlife-friendly design. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery02/d75a2c91.jpg An established olive tree anchors the courtyard in the Marlow garden, framed by a bespoke Corten steel planter and soft gravel surfacing - blending Mediterranean character with modern architectural lines. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery02/2fd86c91.jpg Master plan for the Marlow garden showing planting layout, water-retention zones, and Corten steel features designed to integrate architecture, ecology, and sustainable water flow. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery02/818b2314.jpg A seasonal rain pond in the Marlow garden captures and filters runoff naturally, supporting biodiversity and creating a tranquil focal point within the landscape. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery02/36ca22f2.jpg Layered planting and Corten steel detailing define the Marlow garden, blending soft textures with contemporary structure to create a resilient, low-maintenance landscape. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery03/0c3b3af2.jpg A soft, mixed border of ferns, grasses, and perennials creates movement and colour beside the red-brick façade, enriching the garden’s approach. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery03/f4543e75.jpg Sunny border with wisteria, ornamental grasses, and groundcover perennials linking the house to the surrounding landscape with subtle texture and bloom. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery03/6cd7bc2c.jpg Layered woodland planting in raised white planters provides structure and contrast, combining lush texture with clean architectural lines. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery03/f1b6d6ce.jpg Wisteria climbing across the brick façade in the Eton garden, adding softness and seasonal colour to the building’s architecture. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery03/5e93ce5a.jpg A shaded planting bed with ferns and woodland perennials showcases the garden’s naturalistic structure and biodiversity. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery03/a29c8905.jpg A close-up of the woodland bed in the Eton garden, featuring ferns, Japanese maples, and foxgloves — a layered composition celebrating shade planting and seasonal texture. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery04/3c172ac3.jpg The wilder edge of the garden provides sanctuary for native flora and fauna, blending seamlessly into the surrounding woodland. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery04/1c32ba7d.jpg Spring tulips add bursts of colour among the raised beds, signalling renewal and biodiversity in the Lab Garden, Ascot. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery04/151dab93.jpg Young silver birches define the woodland edge, enhancing structure and creating dappled light for shade-loving plants. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery04/a30619cf.jpg A new concrete surface under construction — part of the permeable surface network that allows rainwater to soak naturally into the ground. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery04/90f5efe9.jpg A partly shaded border with native perennials balances colour and habitat diversity throughout the seasons. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery04/216baa5d.jpg Lab Garden, Ascot - Nature based solutions to revise nature into the garden https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery04/a0c8c939.jpg A simple outdoor seating area nestled within the woodland edge, where permeable gravel surfaces and natural materials connect the garden seamlessly with its surroundings. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery04/8de41aa5.jpg A clover-rich turf replaces traditional lawn, supporting pollinators and improving soil health. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery04/bea9082f.jpg The seasonal pond collects and filters rainwater, creating a habitat for amphibians, insects, and aquatic plants. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery04/a7370e09.jpg Layered planting in shaded raised beds combines ferns, woodland perennials, and maples for texture and resilience. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery01/a0ff33d8.jpg A restored border beneath olive trees, where Mediterranean structure meets soft, pollinator-friendly planting for year-round texture and balance. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery01/ccb6ef5f.jpg Under the olive trees, layered planting mixes texture, fragrance, and resilience. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery01/f39a09a8.jpg Flowering sage adds scent, texture, and pollinator interest to the restored border. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery01/ef4c4583.jpg A bee-friendly planting palette brings colour, movement, and biodiversity back to the garden. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery01/427d7827.jpg Perennials flourish beneath existing trees, benefiting from improved soil structure and filtered light. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery01/8073c57d.jpg During restoration: planting bee-friendly perennials and improving soil health after membrane removal. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery05/af29103d.jpg The dry hedge and wildflower meadow in full summer display, viewed across the island. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery05/faedca3d.jpg Summer wildflowers in bloom around the copper beech, alive with pollinators. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery05/2b03f854.jpg The copper beech now stands as a sculptural landmark, surrounded by wildflowers and protected by the hedge. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery05/617726e5.jpg Visitors learning about the ecological design and community process behind the Copper Beech Haven. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery05/d84ee4a8.jpg A close-up of the copper beech trunk, showing moss and ivy reclaiming the surface. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery05/a84bccb0.jpg The dry hedge after seasonal weathering, showing its natural integration with the landscape. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery05/7c1db13c.jpg The completed dry hedge surrounding the copper beech, blending into the riverside landscape. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery05/5fd959ca.jpg Volunteers from Friends of Ray Mill Island weaving branches to form the protective dry hedge around the copper beech. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery05/d5719a6d.jpg Early stages of the habitat restoration project, with branches collected on site for reuse. https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery06/773f4fdc.jpg Untitled https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery06/b0247ada.jpg Untitled https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/gallery06/2af414ef.jpg Untitled https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image02.jpg Associate member Landscape Institute https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image12.jpg Associate member Landscape Institute https://sdlandscapes.uk/assets/images/image10.jpg Associate member Landscape Institute