A number of years ago, during a client consultation, our lead garden designer David found himself describing the garden we were designing...

Soil is the foundation of every garden. It more or less dictates whether every plant thrives or not. Whilst most eyes focus on blooms,...

One of the most transformative additions to your garden—regardless of its size or style—is a water feature. It could be a simple...

Front gardens across the UK have seen a quiet transformation in the last few decades. Where there used to be lush lawns, borders and...

When faced with the challenge of parking, many homeowners in the UK opt to pave over their gardens to make space for cars. It makes...

As a proud parent to Cookie the cockapoo, our garden designer David has spent his fair share of time making outdoor and indoor spaces...

A well-designed garden isn’t just about how it looks and how it makes you feel—it should also function as a thriving, sustainable...

Your garden should bring you out of your house, closer to the outdoors. At DK Garden Design, seamless indoor-outdoor living is what we do...

When Rochdale Borough Council approached me to design a sensory garden at Hollingworth Lake Country Park , I knew this was a project I...

In recent years, native planting, rewilding and so-called “woke horticulture” have gained traction as essential strategies for restoring...

Whether you’re a budding garden designer or a homeowner who’s looking to refresh your outdoor space, there are a few common mistakes that...

Edible gardens aren’t just a trend. They’re a sustainable, practical and deeply rewarding way to enrich your life and your living space....

Creating privacy in an overlooked garden can transform your outdoor space into a peaceful retreat where you can truly relax—no fear of...

Here's our first press feature of 2025 and it is all about the tropical garden we created in Chorlton, Manchester . In the February...

Are you thinking about redesigning your garden? One of the first questions that have crossed your mind is probably, “How much does a...

So, you’ve booked your first meeting with a garden designer—congratulations! That’s a big step in the right direction towards the garden...

Can you bring the tropics to the North West of England? Technically, no—but this garden transformation in Chorlton might just be the next...

The frost is starting to thaw, the days are getting longer again… It can only mean one thing—it’s time to prepare your garden for another...

Redesigning your garden can be one of the most rewarding ways to enhance your outdoor space. But, if this is your first time giving your...

Fruit trees hold a special place in garden design. They beautify your outdoor space and also offer practical benefits, from providing...