Garden Design
Creating the right garden design is an essential step on the path to your perfect garden. We’ve got the experience and specialist knowledge required.
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Landscaping
Our professional team can use a full range landscaping techniques to transform your garden, defining areas and making the most of your outdoor space.
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Surveying
A detailed, accurate topographical survey is the first, and possibly most important, step in any landscaping or architectural project.
Read moreWe survey, design and build gardens in Dorset, with projects covering Poole, Bournemouth, Sandbanks, Canford Cliffs, Lilliput and Swanage. From complete garden landscaping and garden makeovers to adding statement garden features, advising on planting or upgrading lawns, decking, walls and patios, we do it all!
All our work is carefully planned to ensure you can make the most of your outdoor space and have a garden that you can really enjoy.
Our years of experience, professional expertise and friendly team will give you the confidence to relax in the knowledge that, with Dorset Design and Build, you’re in safe hands.
We talk to our customers and listen carefully to find out how you want to use your outdoor space; the different roles it will need to fulfil, how much time, energy and money you expect to invest in future maintenance and your style preferences that will influence the materials and planting we suggest.
We want you to be able to enjoy every inch of your garden and you won’t find any ‘one size fits all’ design solutions from us, every garden we work on is individually planned, one off and unique.
Planning is only the start; once we agree on a design and work starts on the transformation of your garden you can trust us to work efficiently to get the job done. We’re polite and tidy, we’ll keep you informed about what’s going on and we guarantee the highest quality workmanship on all aspects of the project.
The Dorset Design & Build team are a skilled bunch! We’ve got expertise across all key areas of garden design and landscaping including earth sculpting, brick laying, carpentry, drainage solutions and surveying. We’ve also got access to all the technology and equipment we’ll need to get the job done.
We use a state-of-the-art Leica Total Station System that allows us to survey your site with laser accuracy to provide a reliable, detailed 3D site survey.
We have mini diggers that allow us to work effectively in small spaces or where access is difficult and can access whatever specialist equipment your project requires quickly and cost-effectively from our trusted network of suppliers.
Our professional team a fully committed to providing excellent standards of work that meet or exceed industry standards and requirements. We want your gardens to look good now and for years to come, so quality workmanship, attention to detail and advice on maintenance are always key.
We work hard to ensure customer satisfaction and try to make projects that can feel like a daunting prospect into an exciting experience for clients as they see their garden designs become reality.
With over 20 years experience in Bournemouth, Poole and the surrounding areas Dorset Design & Build have a reputation for providing a friendly and professional service. We are known for designing and creating well thought out, beautiful and functional gardens that meet and exceed our customer’s expectations.
Our customer case studies and testimonials speak for themselves!
Founded in 2001, today Dorset Design and Build has a team of ten and is proud to offer professional garden landscaping services all over the Poole, Bournemouth and Dorset area. Peter continues to be passionate about gardens and keeps up to date with all the latest developments in design, equipment and technology, with a focus on environmentally friendly, sustainable and ecologically sound products and solutions.
We believe a good garden design is as much about the client as the space available. All our gardens are unique because all our clients are unique. Our bespoke solutions are carefully designed to overcome problems and make the most of your landscape. We showcase views and features or add focal points to make your garden look great, and whether you want to relax, entertain, play or plant we have the experience and expertise needed to create the perfect garden for you.
Two gardens that can become one
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This garden was completed with all natural and locally sourced materials to honour the local heritage.
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A modern garden with plenty of "Wow factor" for entertaining
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A little piece of paradise in Parkstone!
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A visually stunning outdoor space overlooking Poole Harbour with glorious views of Brownsea Island.
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Helping Winton School bring the curriculum outside
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Transforming a steep slope and boggy ground into a beautiful, useable garden.
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A low maintenance, child-friendly, seaside garden retreat.
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A garden for a grand design
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Head Designer
Head Designer, Chief Landscaper and Global Implementation Co-ordinator. Peter is the first man you'll meet and the man to make sure the job gets done! He's been 'doing gardens' for over 17 years now and hasn't yet found a garden he can't improve!!
Designer
Our newest garden designer also specialises in 3D visualisation. He is a Dorset native from Poole. Jordan studied Landscape Architecture at Kingston University in London. Since then he has worked as a landscape designer for various local companies.
Foreman
Tom began working with Dorset Design & Build in 2005 and through various courses and on-site experience, he has gained a vast knowledge in most aspects of garden landscaping. Twelve years on and Tom still has the same motivation and love for the job as he ever did.
Landscaper
Josh studied horticulture and arboriculture at university and spent 12 years working as a tree surgeon. He recently completed a fine furniture production and design course and specialises in carpentry work for us. His passion for design and woodwork as well as his horticultural experience are a great combination
Master Builder
Jeff has been working in the landscaping and building industry for over 20 years, specialising in carpentry. He started his career working for his fathers building company when he left school and has worked on a many different projects over the years, everything from modern new builds to old listed country houses.
Landscaper
Shannon has been involved in landscaping for most of his life, having learnt his skills in the family business. He's our big machine man having previously used 37tonne diggers on commercial sites, however he also enjoys the more detailed work of bespoke designed elements in clients gardens.
