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Transform your outdoor space with expert planning

At AJT Landscaping, we create bespoke garden designs that transform outdoor spaces into functional, beautiful environments tailored to your lifestyle. Based in Ash, Surrey, we provide garden design services for homeowners and developers across Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey, delivering expert advice, thoughtful planning and stunning results.

With over 14 years’ experience, AJT Landscaping helps clients avoid the high fees charged by independent surveyors and designers by offering a small design fee for a professional consultation and fully rendered 3D visualisation of your garden. This ensures you can see your garden before work begins, saving time, money and surprises during construction.

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Why professional garden design matters

A well-designed garden isn’t just about planting or paving, it’s about creating a space that works for your lifestyle. Our garden design service considers:

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Planting schemes for colour, seasonality and maintenance

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Hard landscaping including patios, decking, pathways and fencing

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Levels, slopes and drainage to make your garden functional year-round

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Zones for dining, relaxing, entertaining, play or storage

Whether it’s a small private garden or a large open-plan space, we plan every element to maximise usability, aesthetics and long-term enjoyment.

Our garden design services

Planting Schemes

Seasonal Colour & Structure
We design planting schemes to suit your soil, climate, maintenance preferences and style. From large trees and shrubs to bedding plants and borders, every plant is selected to complement your garden’s overall design.

Zoning & Layout

Create Functional, Beautiful Spaces
We transform gardens by creating zones for dining, relaxing, entertaining, children’s play, or gardening, using clever screening, fencing, trees, and shrubs to provide privacy and a natural sense of flow.

Hard Landscaping Planning

Patios, Decking & Pathways
Our designs integrate hard landscaping elements seamlessly, including patios, decking, steps, pathways and retaining walls. This ensures a cohesive look that enhances both function and beauty.

3D Garden Visualisation

See Your Garden Before Work Begins
We provide fully rendered 3D visuals so you can experience your garden before construction. This allows adjustments to layout, features, materials and planting prior to work starting, ensuring confidence and satisfaction.

Creative garden design for all shapes and sizes

Designing small gardens

We specialise in making the most of compact outdoor spaces. AJT Landscaping will optimise your space and its functionality by creating carefully planned zones for dining, relaxing, or entertaining. Clever planting adds height, colour and texture, while thoughtfully designed hard landscaping ensures the garden feels larger, low-maintenance and is visually appealing.

Designing large open-plan gardens

For expansive gardens, we can help transform open spaces into practical, beautifully structured areas. Using a combination of fencing, screening, shrubs, trees and raised beds, we design distinct zones for entertaining, relaxing, play or gardening, while maintaining a cohesive overall look. Our approach balances openness with privacy, helping you enjoy large gardens that are both functional and visually stunning.

New build garden design

For developers and new-build homeowners, we provide tailored garden designs that enhance the property’s value and curb appeal. This includes layouts for lawns, patios, planting schemes, and integration of screening or boundary features for privacy and style.

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Why choose AJT Landscaping for garden design?

Affordable, professional design

Our small design fee includes a consultation and fully rendered 3D visual, saving you the cost of hiring a separate garden designer or surveyor.

Bespoke, thoughtful planning

Every garden is designed to suit the client’s lifestyle, space, and maintenance preferences.

Full integration with landscaping services

We plan with installation in mind, ensuring smooth delivery of soft landscaping, hard landscaping and garden maintenance projects.

Trusted local experts

Based in Ash, serving homeowners and developers across Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey.

    
 
 
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   Martin Alexander 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have been delighted with Alex and all the AJT team. Very pleased with the outcome and also the whole project which was smooth-running,  competently managed with a great team of people.  Well done guys
  
 
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   Oliver Sussat 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. AJT Landscaping is a class act! They are not only incredibly skilled at their work, but very personable. The fact that they were a trusted installer of the manufacturer’s product meant that we felt assured from the outset that we were going to get a good result. And we did. We couldn’t be happier with our new Millboard deck. Thank you, AJT.
  
 
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   James Lovell-Butt 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Alex and his team took our garden from an overgrown mess when we bought the house to the best garden in the road! A truly magical outdoor space, the team was great from the off! Working with challenges, idea changes and producing my favourite part of the whole house

I couldn’t recommend these guys more!
  
 
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   Emma Stainsby 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Alex and his team did an excellent job on our patio refurbishment. They did what others told us was impossible with decking and it still looks stunning a few years later. The team were really friendly and professional. Alex is great at interpreting ideas and making them reality. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Dave White 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Alex, Jack & Dilon make a great team. Turned out to be a tricky job on a bespoke, Millboard deck.
Excellent attitude, for over 4 hrs, to getting it right in 33c temperature.
Many thanks to them.
  
 
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   Steve Baker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A truly superb customer experience.  Alex kept me informed at every stage of the project, and his foreman, Aron, and team were an absolute pleasure to deal with onsite.  They were utterly professional, polite and very accommodating throughout.  No matter the challenge or ask, they delivered.  We are extremely pleased with our new patio paving under the gazebo and could not recommend Alex and AJT highly enough.  I will certainly be asking AJT for quotes for other landscaping work in the future.  Thank you again team for a job well done.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently had a Millboard decking project completed by AJT Landscaping, and we couldn’t be happier with the result.

From the outset, Alex Tickner was professional, knowledgeable and helpful, and his team carried out the work to an exceptionally high standard. Their attention to detail and quality of workmanship were outstanding, and the finished deck looks stunning.

The team were hardworking, courteous and a pleasure to have on site. They were always respectful, tidy and clearly took real pride in their work. We would have no hesitation in recommending AJT Landscaping to anyone looking for high-quality landscaping or Millboard decking projects. Thank you to Alex and the whole team for an outstanding job.
  
 
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   Bruce Fleming 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was a great pleasure to meet Alex and to engage his company to undertake a small patio project at our daughter's new development home. Jack, Max and colleagues did a wonderful job of removing a partially built patio of concrete pavers and laying a far more aesthetically pleasing replacement, finished in sandstone.

Although small in scale compared to many of his projects, Alex always conveyed the sense that this project was as important as any other; fundamental to this are his exemplary communication and interpersonal skills, setting him apart from most of his peers in this industry, in our experience.

We have no hesitation in recommending Alex and his team, who were polite, respectful and helpfully communicative throughout, They have contributed, in no small measure, to a vastly improved and happier outcome, which is greatly appreciated. Many thanks to Alex and his team at AJT Landscaping!
  
 
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   Jennifer Tynan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service from start to finish. Quick and efficient and attention to detail from the team on sight was excellent
  
 
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   sally thorpe 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. For many years I have wanted a patio where I can sit in the sun. Alex and his team have certainly delivered. I am more than pleased with the whole process. Now I am enjoying planting and looking after the rest of the garden. Highly recommended this company. My dream has come true.

See our work

We feel every outdoor space we create is worth celebrating. Here are just some of our real garden transformations, designed and completed by our dedicated and passionate team.

More than just garden design

Our garden design service often forms part of a wider landscaping project. Check out some of our other landscaping services.

Stunning Patios

Bespoke Decking Areas

Screening & Fencing

Turf & Artificial Turf

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Garden design FAQs

What does AJT Landscaping’s garden design service include?

Our service includes a consultation, bespoke garden design planning, and a fully rendered 3D visualisation of your garden. This allows you to see the proposed layout, planting, hard landscaping and zones before work begins.

How much does garden design cost?

We charge a small, affordable design fee for our garden design service. This includes the consultation and 3D visual, saving clients the higher costs typically charged by independent surveyors or designers. Material and installation costs are quoted separately after consultation.

Can you design both small and large gardens?

Yes. We create designs tailored to compact city gardens as well as large open-plan spaces. For small gardens, we focus on maximising space and usability, while for larger gardens we create multiple zones, using screening, planting and hard landscaping to balance function, flow and aesthetics.

Do you provide garden design for new-build properties?

Yes. We work with developers and new-build homeowners to create gardens that complement the property, maximise curb appeal, and integrate lawns, patios, planting, fencing and other features.

What elements are included in a garden design?

Our designs cover both soft landscaping (plants, trees, shrubs, planting schemes) and hard landscaping (patios, decking, pathways, fencing, walls). We also plan for zones, drainage, levels and access to create a functional, visually appealing garden.

Can I see my garden before work begins?

Absolutely. We provide fully rendered 3D visuals, giving you a realistic view of your garden design before any installation starts. This allows adjustments to layout, planting or features to be made early.

Do you handle the full landscaping installation?

Yes. AJT Landscaping can take your garden design from concept to completion, including soft landscaping, hard landscaping, planting and turfing, ensuring a seamless delivery of your new outdoor space.

Where do you provide garden design services?

We are based in Ash, Surrey, and provide garden design services across Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey.

How do I get started with a garden design?

Simply book a free, no-obligation consultation with Alex. We’ll discuss your ideas, assess your garden, and provide a 3D visualisation to help you plan your perfect garden.

What elements are included in a garden design?

Our designs cover both soft landscaping (plants, trees, shrubs, planting schemes) and hard landscaping (patios, decking, pathways, fencing, walls). We also plan for zones, drainage, levels and access to create a functional, visually appealing garden.

Do you design and install pergolas?

Yes. We design and install both timber and aluminium pergolas as part of a complete garden design. Modern aluminium pergolas, including motorised louvered systems, allow you to control sunlight and ventilation at the touch of a button, creating a flexible, all-weather outdoor space. Every pergola is fully integrated into your 3D design, so you can see exactly how it will look and function within your garden before installation begins.

Book your garden design consultation

Ready to see your garden’s potential?

Book a free, no-obligation consultation with Alex.

We’ll discuss your ideas, assess your space, and provide a fully rendered 3D visual to help you plan your perfect garden.

Contact AJT Landscaping today to begin transforming your garden.

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Garden Design

Transform your outdoor space with expert planning

Why professional garden design matters

Our garden design services

Planting Schemes

Zoning & Layout

Hard Landscaping Planning

3D Garden Visualisation

Creative garden design for all shapes and sizes

Designing small gardens

Designing large open-plan gardens

New build garden design

Why choose AJT Landscaping for garden design?

Affordable, professional design

Bespoke, thoughtful planning

Full integration with landscaping services

Trusted local experts

See our work

More than just garden design

Stunning Patios

Bespoke Decking Areas

Screening & Fencing

Turf & Artificial Turf

Garden design FAQs

What does AJT Landscaping’s garden design service include?

How much does garden design cost?

Can you design both small and large gardens?

Do you provide garden design for new-build properties?

What elements are included in a garden design?

Can I see my garden before work begins?

Do you handle the full landscaping installation?

Where do you provide garden design services?

How do I get started with a garden design?

What elements are included in a garden design?

Do you design and install pergolas?

Book your garden design consultation

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