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Expert garden renovation services in Richmond, TW9. Trusted by homeowners across London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.
Richmond's gardens are among the most envied in London, with many properties enjoying views toward Richmond Park, the Thames, or the historic Green. SOM Development designs garden renovations that make the most of these exceptional settings, creating outdoor spaces that are beautiful, functional, and suited to the rhythms of family life.
The gardens of Richmond Hill and Queen's Road often extend into surprisingly deep plots with established trees, mature shrubbery, and views that deserve to be celebrated. We design layouts that frame these views, with terraces positioned for maximum enjoyment, specimen planting that draws the eye to focal points, and boundary treatments that maintain privacy without blocking sightlines.
Riverside properties along Water Lane, Friars Lane, and the towpath present unique opportunities for garden design. We incorporate water-edge planting, flood-resilient hard landscaping, and elevated seating areas that take advantage of the riverscape. Our materials palette for Richmond gardens includes natural York stone, aged brick, and weathered oak—textures that sit naturally in this historic setting.
Family-friendly features are central to many of our Richmond projects: level lawns for children's play, secure boundaries, wildlife-friendly planting, and covered outdoor dining areas that extend the British entertaining season. We also install outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and hot-tub terraces for clients who want their garden to function as a complete outdoor living space.
Richmond's gardens benefit from the borough's leafy character, generous plot sizes, and proximity to Richmond Park and the Thames. Many properties sit within conservation areas, which may restrict tree felling and hard-surfacing. Riverside properties have additional considerations around flood risk and Environment Agency regulations.
A well-designed garden is a major asset to any Richmond property. The area's family demographic values functional, beautiful outdoor spaces, and estate agents consistently cite garden quality as a key factor in achieving premium prices.
“SOM transformed our Richmond garden into a series of beautiful rooms—a dining terrace, a wildflower strip, a level lawn for the children, and a hot-tub deck at the far end. The York stone paving and oak sleepers look like they have been there for decades.”
Lucy & Simon B.
Near Richmond Green
Three simple steps to your new garden renovation in Richmond.
We visit your garden, understand how you want to use the space, and create a design concept that works with your home and lifestyle.
You receive a clear, itemised quote covering all materials, landscaping, and construction costs with a defined timeline.
Our landscaping and construction team brings your garden to life — from groundwork and drainage to planting and finishing touches.
Yes. We use flood-resilient materials, permeable paving, raised planting beds, and appropriate drainage to manage water in flood-risk areas. Hard landscaping is specified to withstand occasional inundation without damage.
General garden landscaping does not usually require planning permission. However, trees in conservation areas are protected, and significant hard-surfacing of front gardens may need approval. We advise on all regulatory requirements.
Absolutely. We design and build outdoor kitchens with built-in barbecues, pizza ovens, preparation surfaces, storage, and weatherproof electrics. These are positioned to work with the prevailing wind and social flow of the garden.
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