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Luxury Garden Design and Build in Walthamstow East London including Lush Soft Landscaping Patio Installation and Built in Garden Seating Luxury Garden Design and Build in Walthamstow East London including Lush Soft Landscaping Patio Installation and Built in Garden Seating

Garden Landscape Design
North London

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Our vision

Hillman Gardens specialises in high-end garden design, offering personalised solutions to enhance outdoor spaces. With a focus on understanding clients' individual needs, we use intuition and design expertise to create unique and functional landscaping and gardening plans. Clients can bring their ideas to the table, or start from scratch with a simple feeling about the space they want to create.

Hillman Gardens are here to bring your garden dreams to life.

Our favourite garden design projects
Creative Landscape Design in Hackney Central E9
Beautiful Small Garden with Circular Brick Retaining Wall in Dalston E8
English Garden Design in Stoke Newington N16
Family Friendly Space with Garden Pizza Oven in Crouch End N8
Garden Makeover with Architectural Planting in Forest Gate E7
Holistic Garden Design Services in Walthamstow E17
Small Period Property Front Garden in London Fields E8
Unique Landscaping with Integrated Garden Office in Clapton E5
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Garden Landscaping in Hackney Central North London with Hardscape Features such as Fencing and Brick Patio
Garden Landscape Design in Dalston Hackney North London with Brick Retaining Wall and Ceder Trellis
Garden Landscape Design in Stoke Newington Hackney North London with Yorkstone Steps and New Retaining Wall
Garden Landscape Design in Crouch End North London with Hard Landscaping including Garden Pizza Oven and Decking Complete with Oak Pergola
Garden Landscape and Build in Forest Gate East London with Architectural Planting in Rendered Planters
Garden Landscape and Build in Walthamstow East London with Soft Landscaping including Green Wall and Exotic Planting
Garden Landscape Design London Fields Hackney North London with Victorian Tile Path and Bespoke Brick Wall
Garden Landscape and Build in Clapton Hackney East London with Integrated Pond Installation and Garden Room
Ashley, Hackney Central E9

All of you were so great, professional and kind. I wanted to thank you for listening to my needs and incorporating them into the garden design so well. Your advice and recommendations were perfect. I can’t stop singing your praises for the work you did in my garden. I am very happy and pleased with the craftsmanship and attention to detail. We have been out there a ton and are loving it!

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Juliet, Dalston E8

I count myself as extremely fortunate to have used the services of Duncan and his wonderful team. Duncan listened to my 'dream' of what I had in mind and somehow he was able to untangle my thoughts and create the reality! Duncan, Jack and Dan were fantastic. Punctual, tidy, always considerate, thoughtful and totally professional. The workmanship is exemplary. Living in a small terraced house the work was difficult for them and for me but they were brilliant at being positive and encouraging. These days it's not easy to find a business that does exactly as they've set out to do from start to finish. With such a stunning end result I couldn't be happier.

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Laura, Stoke Newington N16

We had the pleasure of working with Hillman Gardens on both our back and front gardens as part of our Victorian renovation in Stoke Newington, Hackney. Duncan helped us to create an English garden design that was both beautiful and hassle-free, whilst accommodating the needs of grownups and little ones. Duncan was easily able to realise our design ambitions within our budget, whilst adding his own creative flair and planting expertise. His team were a pleasure to have on site and worked quickly and enthusiastically. After the back garden project we invited the team back to create a new front garden, and have since recommended them to several friends and neighbours

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Claudia, Crouch End N8

I can’t recommend Duncan and his team highly enough. Creative, professional, and fun to work with. Great design and construction too!

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Gareth, Forest Gate E7

Duncan did an incredible job transforming both the front and back of my terraced house. In the back garden, from a minimal brief (I’m not a designer) he totally understood what I was looking to achieve and managed to create a design that far exceeded my expectations. The results were stunning and incredibly creative, with every detail carefully considered for both space and design. This was crucial in such a small space.

At the front of the house he managed to continue the design scheme from the back, whilst also incorporating more traditional elements, including Victorian tiling. Duncan’s consultative approach to the plants we used was also superb. Again, plants aren’t something that I know anything about, so he very knowledgably talked me through the options, considering both the look but also my need for low upkeep!

The work Duncan has done has totally transformed the feel of the whole house. I look forward to the many years of enjoying the new space!

Duncan was super easy to communicate with, has a very high level of craftsmanship and went above and beyond to get it exactly how I wanted it – even helping advise on the finishing touches – furniture etc. A pleasure to work with. Couldn’t recommend him highly enough

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Anthony, Walthamstow E17

The garden is going great three years in and we are loving it - my favourite is the banana tree - it’s become my pet!

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Jenny, London Fields E8

Duncan and team did a fantastic job transforming both our front and back garden. The job was professional from start to finish. Courteous, well organised and efficient, the team carried out high standard work, were very responsive to the brief and gave great advice throughout. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

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Duncan & Jane, Clapton E5

We were delighted with the work done by Duncan and his team in landscaping our back garden. The project was to landscape around a home office that we had recently had installed incorporating various elements into the design such as a path and a pond. Duncan was very responsive in quickly coming up with a sensible design, which was then implemented to the highest standards and with great attention to detail. I cannot exaggerate how pleased we were with the final result: it blended in the home office, incorporated all the elements we required, and at the same time enhanced the sense of space within the garden.

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Garden Landscaping in Hackney Central North London with Hardscape Features such as Fencing and Brick Patio
Ashley, Hackney Central E9
All of you were so great, professional and kind. I wanted to thank you for listening to my needs and incorporating them into the garden design so well. Your advice and recommendations were perfect. I can’t stop singing your praises for the work you did in my garden. I am very happy and pleased with the craftsmanship and attention to detail. We have been out there a ton and are loving it!
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Garden Landscape Design in Dalston Hackney North London with Brick Retaining Wall and Ceder Trellis
Juliet, Dalston E8
I count myself as extremely fortunate to have used the services of Duncan and his wonderful team. Duncan listened to my 'dream' of what I had in mind and somehow he was able to untangle my thoughts and create the reality! Duncan, Jack and Dan were fantastic. Punctual, tidy, always considerate, thoughtful and totally professional. The workmanship is exemplary. Living in a small terraced house the work was difficult for them and for me but they were brilliant at being positive and encouraging. These days it's not easy to find a business that does exactly as they've set out to do from start to finish. With such a stunning end result I couldn't be happier.
Like Juliet's garden?
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Garden Landscape Design in Stoke Newington Hackney North London with Yorkstone Steps and New Retaining Wall
Laura, Stoke Newington N16
We had the pleasure of working with Hillman Gardens on both our back and front gardens as part of our Victorian renovation in Stoke Newington, Hackney. Duncan helped us to create an English garden design that was both beautiful and hassle-free, whilst accommodating the needs of grownups and little ones. Duncan was easily able to realise our design ambitions within our budget, whilst adding his own creative flair and planting expertise. His team were a pleasure to have on site and worked quickly and enthusiastically. After the back garden project we invited the team back to create a new front garden, and have since recommended them to several friends and neighbours
Like Laura's garden?
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Garden Landscape Design in Crouch End North London with Hard Landscaping including Garden Pizza Oven and Decking Complete with Oak Pergola
Claudia, Crouch End N8
I can’t recommend Duncan and his team highly enough. Creative, professional, and fun to work with. Great design and construction too!
Like Claudia's garden?
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Garden Landscape and Build in Forest Gate East London with Architectural Planting in Rendered Planters
Gareth, Forest Gate E7
Duncan did an incredible job transforming both the front and back of my terraced house. In the back garden, from a minimal brief (I’m not a designer) he totally understood what I was looking to achieve and managed to create a design that far exceeded my expectations. The results were stunning and incredibly creative, with every detail carefully considered for both space and design. This was crucial in such a small space.

At the front of the house he managed to continue the design scheme from the back, whilst also incorporating more traditional elements, including Victorian tiling. Duncan’s consultative approach to the plants we used was also superb. Again, plants aren’t something that I know anything about, so he very knowledgably talked me through the options, considering both the look but also my need for low upkeep!

The work Duncan has done has totally transformed the feel of the whole house. I look forward to the many years of enjoying the new space!

Duncan was super easy to communicate with, has a very high level of craftsmanship and went above and beyond to get it exactly how I wanted it – even helping advise on the finishing touches – furniture etc. A pleasure to work with. Couldn’t recommend him highly enough
Like Gareth's garden?
Take a look
Garden Landscape and Build in Walthamstow East London with Soft Landscaping including Green Wall and Exotic Planting
Anthony, Walthamstow E17
The garden is going great three years in and we are loving it - my favourite is the banana tree - it’s become my pet!
Like Anthony's garden?
Take a look
Garden Landscape Design London Fields Hackney North London with Victorian Tile Path and Bespoke Brick Wall
Jenny, London Fields E8
Duncan and team did a fantastic job transforming both our front and back garden. The job was professional from start to finish. Courteous, well organised and efficient, the team carried out high standard work, were very responsive to the brief and gave great advice throughout. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Like Jenny's garden?
Take a look
Garden Landscape and Build in Clapton Hackney East London with Integrated Pond Installation and Garden Room
Duncan & Jane, Clapton E5
We were delighted with the work done by Duncan and his team in landscaping our back garden. The project was to landscape around a home office that we had recently had installed incorporating various elements into the design such as a path and a pond. Duncan was very responsive in quickly coming up with a sensible design, which was then implemented to the highest standards and with great attention to detail. I cannot exaggerate how pleased we were with the final result: it blended in the home office, incorporated all the elements we required, and at the same time enhanced the sense of space within the garden.
Like Duncan's garden?
Take a look
Garden Landscaping in Hackney Central North London with Hardscape Features such as Fencing and Brick Patio
Creative Landscape Design in Hackney Central E9
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Garden Landscape Design in Dalston Hackney North London with Brick Retaining Wall and Ceder Trellis
Beautiful Small Garden with Circular Brick Retaining Wall in Dalston E8
View Beautiful Small Garden with Circular Brick Retaining Wall in Dalston E8
Garden Landscape Design in Stoke Newington Hackney North London with Yorkstone Steps and New Retaining Wall
English Garden Design in Stoke Newington N16
View English Garden Design in Stoke Newington N16
Garden Landscape Design in Crouch End North London with Hard Landscaping including Garden Pizza Oven and Decking Complete with Oak Pergola
Family Friendly Space with Garden Pizza Oven in Crouch End N8
View Family Friendly Space with Garden Pizza Oven in Crouch End N8
Garden Landscape and Build in Forest Gate East London with Architectural Planting in Rendered Planters
Garden Makeover with Architectural Planting in Forest Gate E7
View Garden Makeover with Architectural Planting in Forest Gate E7
Garden Landscape and Build in Walthamstow East London with Soft Landscaping including Green Wall and Exotic Planting
Holistic Garden Design Services in Walthamstow E17
View Holistic Garden Design Services in Walthamstow E17
Garden Landscape Design London Fields Hackney North London with Victorian Tile Path and Bespoke Brick Wall
Small Period Property Front Garden in London Fields E8
View Small Period Property Front Garden in London Fields E8
Garden Landscape and Build in Clapton Hackney East London with Integrated Pond Installation and Garden Room
Unique Landscaping with Integrated Garden Office in Clapton E5
Our garden design process

We provide landscaping and gardening that transforms vision to reality

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Example of Paving as part of Hillman Garden's North London Garden Landscape Design and Build Services

Consultation

Your garden landscape design journey begins with an onsite consultation where the initial vision is discussed with your garden designer. A site survey is also conducted

Outline Concept

A proposal is created detailing the full scope of landscape and garden services, including an itemised list of build elements, associated costs and estimated timelines

Design

If your garden is complex, a 3D fly through model or separate planting design may be required to showcase the flow of the design

Build

Your garden landscape design is brought to life through great craftsmanship by a team of construction experts

Our Landscape and Garden Services

Full Garden Design and Build

Hillman Gardens can provide oversight and manage all services required from designing to implementing your dream garden.

We also work closely with other members of your renovation team such as architects, interior designers and building contractors to achieve a cohesive aesthetic and dovetail with other construction works you may be undertaking at the same time.

Luxury Garden Design for Period Front Garden in London Fields East London with Yorkstone Steps and Bespoke Cedar Bin Store

Varied Landscape and Gardening Services

We take on a wide variety of work — gardens suited for outdoor dining and entertainment, family friendly gardens, roof gardens and more. We will also design and build bespoke feature elements particular to client requests, for example, woodfired outdoor pizza oven, tree house or garden bar just to name a few

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Garden Landscape Design for Roof Garden in East London with Dense Soft Landscaping

Covering North London and Beyond

Hillman Gardens started 20 years ago and put down firm roots in Hackney, landscaping and gardening our way through gardens large and small in Dalston, Stoke Newington, Hackney Central, Clapton, London Fields and Homerton to name but a few.

Since then, we have expanded to suit the demand of our clients all over North and East London, taking on projects in Hampstead, Crouch End, Finchley, Highgate, Muswell Hill, Islington, Walthamstow and more.

Garden Landscape Design in Hackney Central North London with Mature Tree Ferns as part of Architectural Planting Design and Soft Landscaping Scheme

Experienced Craftsmanship

We pride ourselves in delivering high quality, long lasting and beautiful gardens that bring joy to our clients and showcase our craftsmanship.

Our team is highly skilled and able to deliver technical work to the highest specifications. We also draw on contacts from the world of landscape architecture design, metalworkers, carpenters, permaculture etc. to add additional flair and finesse to the overall garden landscape design

Garden Landscape Design in Highgate North London with Renovation of Yorkstone Steps for Front Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens vary in size and in what they present in the way of existing features, as a result costs will also vary. Typically, we design gardens with a construction cost starting at £15-20K

Outline concepts are provided free of charge. 3D garden design, planting design and other garden planning aspects are the next step. At this point a design fee is calculated based on a percentage of the overall projected build cost. If you choose to appoint Hillman Gardens to implement the design, the initial design fee will then act as a deposit to the full landscaping cost and will be deducted from the overall price

Yes, this is in fact always the case. Part payment will be taken before the construction phase so to ensure buying of materials and starting labour costs are covered. As the project progresses, further payments will be made, this can be tailored according to your preference and what is deemed sensible by the landscaping team. The final instalment will always be paid at the end of the job once all landscape and gardening services are completed

Delivery of less complex gardens with a 3-4 person landscaping team might take 1 - 2 weeks. Complex designs involving intricate builds can take up to 4 - 5 months with a larger team

No, we are a design and build outfit and do not take on maintenance. However, we would be happy to put you in touch with other local landscaping companies that will supply such services

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Garden Landscape and Build in Walthamstow East London with Soft Landscaping including Green Wall and Exotic Planting

Our experts have you covered. Tell us your idea, we’ll make it happen

The work Duncan has done has totally transformed the feel of the whole house. I look forward to the many years of enjoying the new space! Gareth, Forest Gate E8
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