SERVICE PORTFOLIO
Landscapes
Outdoor spaces designed to complement the architecture through premium paving, considered planting, integrated lighting, effective drainage, and bespoke garden features. Picassa Renovations creates functional and elegant landscapes for year-round living across the UK.
WHY PICASSA RENOVATIONS
Landscape expertise shaped around the architecture.
Architectural Continuity
A successful landscape should feel connected to the property rather than treated as a separate project. We coordinate levels, materials, proportions, views, and transitions so the outdoor space becomes a natural extension of the architecture.
Material & Planting Quality
Paving, timber, stone, metalwork, and planting are selected for appearance, durability, maintenance, and suitability for the environment. Each element contributes to a landscape that matures gracefully and performs throughout the seasons.
Technical Coordination
Drainage, lighting, irrigation, foundations, utilities, boundaries, and access are resolved before the final finishes are installed. Careful coordination protects the landscape’s appearance and long-term performance.
THE BASEMENT CONVERSION PROCESS
From garden survey to refined outdoor living.
01. SITE ASSESSMENT
We assess the garden’s dimensions, orientation, levels, access, soil, drainage, boundaries, existing vegetation, and relationship with the property. These findings establish the opportunities and technical constraints of the site.
02. DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
Working with the appointed design team, we develop the layout, circulation, planting strategy, material palette, lighting, and functional zones. The design is shaped around the architecture, the client’s lifestyle, and the intended level of maintenance.
03. PLANNING & APPROVALS
Some projects may require approval for significant level changes, listed properties, protected trees, conservation areas, boundary structures, outbuildings, or work affecting drainage. Relevant requirements are identified before the affected work proceeds.
04. GROUNDWORKS & INFRASTRUCTURE
The site is prepared through excavation, levelling, drainage, foundations, retaining structures, utility routes, and soil improvement. These concealed elements establish the landscape’s stability and long-term performance.
05. HARD LANDSCAPING & PLANTING
Paving, steps, walls, terraces, decking, fencing, joinery, lighting, and other constructed elements are installed according to the agreed specification. Trees, shrubs, hedging, lawn, and seasonal planting are then introduced to complete the composition.
06. COMPLETION & AFTERCARE
The finished landscape is inspected, tested, cleaned, and prepared for use. Relevant product information, warranties, planting schedules, and maintenance guidance are provided at handover.
KEY CONSIDERATIONS
What to know before starting.
Site Conditions
Orientation, soil type, drainage, levels, access, existing trees, neighbouring properties, and underground services all influence the design. Early assessment helps determine what is practical and prevents avoidable problems during construction.
Drainage & Materials
Exterior materials must perform safely in changing UK weather conditions. Suitable falls, drainage, sub-bases, slip resistance, frost resistance, and installation methods are essential for lasting results.
Budget & Timeline
A landscape project may require approximately 6–16 weeks, depending on its scale, access, ground conditions, structural work, material availability, and planting requirements. Larger or highly detailed gardens may require a longer programme or phased delivery.
SERVICE VARIANTS
Types of landscape projects
Different landscape approaches tailored to the property, available space, architectural character, and the client’s lifestyle.
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Complete Garden Transformation
A comprehensive redesign incorporating new levels, circulation, paving, planting, lighting, drainage, boundaries, and outdoor-living areas.
WHY CHOOSE THIS
Ideal for gardens requiring a complete reconfiguration. It creates a coherent outdoor environment in which every element follows a unified design direction.
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Courtyards & Compact Gardens
Space-efficient designs for smaller gardens, lightwells, terraces, and enclosed courtyards using carefully positioned planting, seating, storage, lighting, and vertical features.
WHY CHOOSE THIS
Maximises restricted outdoor space and creates privacy, atmosphere, and functionality without making the area feel crowded.
2
Patios & Entertaining Terraces
Purpose-designed terraces incorporating premium paving, defined seating areas, integrated lighting, outdoor kitchens, and direct connections with the interior.
WHY CHOOSE THIS
Creates a practical setting for dining, entertaining, and everyday outdoor living while strengthening the relationship between the house and garden.
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Driveways & Front Gardens
Carefully composed entrances incorporating paving, planting, lighting, drainage, screening, bin storage, walls, gates, and pedestrian access.
WHY CHOOSE THIS
Improves the property’s arrival experience, everyday practicality, and kerb appeal while creating a considered transition from the street to the home.
3
Planting-Led Gardens
Landscapes focused on layered planting, seasonal interest, structure, colour, texture, screening, and biodiversity.
WHY CHOOSE THIS
Suited to clients seeking a softer and more natural outdoor environment that develops character and visual depth as it matures.
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Bespoke Outdoor Living
Premium exterior environments featuring pergolas, outdoor kitchens, fire features, integrated seating, garden rooms, wellness areas, and architectural lighting.
WHY CHOOSE THIS
Designed for clients seeking a highly personalised outdoor lifestyle with materials and features coordinated to the same standard as the interior.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Landscape FAQs.
BEGIN WITH A PRIVATE BRIEF
Planning a landscape project?
Share the property type, desired scope, location, approximate timeframe, and whether drawings or planning documents already exist. We will respond with a considered next step.
PICASSA RENOVATIONS