Leading Garden Designers in Devon
Award-Winning Garden Designers in Devon
Matthew Childs Design is an award-winning garden and landscape design studio in Devon. From our studio on the coast of East Devon, we offer bespoke garden design services across Devon. With a passion for crafting human-centric and beautiful outdoor spaces, our designs reflect the natural beauty and individual needs of our clients.
From contemporary urban gardens to expansive countryside retreats, we design gardens that enhance well-being, encourage biodiversity, and blend seamlessly with their surroundings.
Why Choose Matthew Childs Design for Garden Design in Devon?
We transform gardens with expert designs.
As leading garden designers in Devon, we believe gardens should be more than just outdoor spaces—they should tell a story, enrich lives, and contribute positively to the environment. With years of expertise in Garden Design in Devon, our team of skilled designers, horticulturists, and landscape architects work collaboratively to meet the needs of each client.
We specialise in luxury garden design, eco-friendly materials, and native planting schemes to create landscapes that look beautiful and support local ecosystems.
Whether you're looking for a modern garden design for your house or an expansive countryside estate, our custom approach helps us deliver what our clients want.
Our Garden & Landscape Design Services in Devon
Bespoke Garden & Landscape Design Services in Devon
We offer a wide range of services for Garden Design in Devon. We ensure every project is executed to the highest standards under the guidance of our expert team. Whether you have a small courtyard garden or a sprawling estate, our team provides a fully tailored design service that reflects your lifestyle and enhances the natural landscape.
Luxury Garden Design in Devon
We create high-end outdoor spaces tailored to complement both modern and traditional properties, incorporating:
- Custom layouts that maximise space and aesthetic appeal
- Sustainable planting schemes using native and drought-resistant plants
- Water features, lighting design, and outdoor entertainment areas
- Eco-friendly materials and sustainable landscaping techniques
Traditional & Cottage Garden Design in Devon
Devon's countryside is rich in history and charm, and our Traditional & Cottage Garden design services in Devon capture this essence. Inspired by British heritage gardens, our designs include:
- Classic English garden styles featuring wildflower and edible planting
- Seasonal plants, pergolas, trellises, and gravel pathways
- Soft, naturalistic planting that blends with the surrounding landscape
- Thoughtful design that evolves beautifully throughout the seasons
Landscape Architecture & Large-Scale Projects in Devon
For clients with more significant properties, estates, or public spaces, we offer Landscape Architecture services for Large-Scale Projects in Devon. This service includes:
- Large estate gardens designed for longevity and sustainability
- Hardscaping, tree planting, and land restoration projects
- Sustainable irrigation systems and eco-friendly drainage solutions
- Public space designs that prioritize aesthetics, accessibility, and environmental impact
Featured Garden Design Projects in Devon
Stunning Garden Transformations Across Devon
Over the years, we have transformed numerous outdoor spaces, delivering exceptional Garden Design in Devon. Our portfolio showcases a range of projects, from private residences to large-scale landscape developments.
Case Study: Luxury Coastal Garden in Exmouth
One of our standout projects is a Luxury Coastal Garden in Exmouth, designed to complement the property’s breathtaking sea views. Our client had created a spectacular modern family beach house and engaged us to continue the theme into the garden design. The project included a carefully curated plant palette and thoughtfully selected materials to create a family garden that thrives in a coastal environment.
Case Study: Cottage garden in East Devon village near Honiton
Our client’s garden backed onto spectacular open countryside views and our design embraced the natural beauty of the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Featuring traditional cottage style planting and a cosy summer house for lazy cups of tea with neighbours, the garden is a tranquil retreat away from the modern world.
Case Study: Terraced sloping garden in Fishing Village
We designed a clever terraced garden for this challenging sloping site in a pretty Devon fishing village. With a variety of social spaces , carefully selected planting choices and low maintenance gravel garden, the result was a highly functional yet stylish outdoor area ideal for entertaining and relaxation.
Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Garden Design in Devon
Creating Sustainable & Biodiverse Gardens in Devon
At Matthew Childs Design, sustainability is at the core of our design philosophy. Every project we undertake for Garden Design in Devon integrates environmentally-friendly practices that help improve biodiversity and minimise ecological impact.
Wildlife-Friendly Planting
We select plants that attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, creating natural habitats that support local wildlife. Our designs incorporate:
- Native plant species that thrive in Devon's climate
- Pollinator-friendly flower beds and meadows
- Bird-friendly trees and shrubs to encourage nesting
Sustainable Water Management
Water conservation is a key aspect of our designs at Matthew Childs Design. We integrate systems such as:
- Rainwater harvesting and sustainable drainage solutions
- Permeable paving to reduce surface water runoff
- Drought-resistant planting for low-maintenance gardens
Blending Modern Design with Natural Landscapes
We believe in balancing contemporary aesthetics with the natural beauty of our landscape throughout each Garden we Design in Devon. Using reclaimed materials, eco-friendly landscaping techniques, and thoughtful design, we create visually stunning and environmentally responsible gardens.