Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Garden Design & Landscaping Services in Brighton
Arcadia Garden Design has been crafting bespoke gardens in Brighton, Sussex, and the home counties since 1995. Founded by Emily Blake-Dyke, a registered member of the Society of Garden Designers, the company combines over 25 years of horticultural expertise with a client-focused approach. Our services span garden design, landscaping, planting, and maintenance, tailored to individual needs and budgets. We prioritise meticulous attention to detail, starting with a comprehensive consultation to understand client lifestyles, preferences, and site-specific challenges. Our process includes detailed surveys, master plans, and working drawings, ensuring every project aligns with the clients vision while adhering to practical constraints. We collaborate with trusted local landscapers and nurseries, using high-quality materials and British-grown plants to deliver sustainable, aesthetically pleasing results.Public liability and professional indemnity insurance provide added assurance, while our commitment to transparency ensures projects start on time and progress smoothly. Client testimonials highlight our ability to transform diverse spacesfrom small urban terraces to large rural gardensinto functional, beautiful environments. Our expertise extends to restoring historic gardens, creating wildlife habitats, and designing innovative features like water elements and lighting schemes. With a focus on long-term client relationships, we offer aftercare programmes and advisory visits to maintain garden vitality. Recognised for excellence, our work has received accolades such as the Sussex Heritage Trust Award, underscoring our dedication to quality and creativity in every project.
Services
Garden Design
Landscaping
Planting Plans
Garden Maintenance
Water Features
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in garden design and landscaping.
- Our founder is a registered member of the Society of Garden Designers.
- We offer tailored services for gardens of all sizes and styles.
- We are fully insured with public liability and professional indemnity cover.
- Our structured design process ensures clarity and client satisfaction.
Associations and certifications
- Society of Garden Designers
What people say
Creative approach
Excellent design
Transformed garden
Professional service
Client-focused
Services
Garden Design
Arcadia Garden Design creates bespoke outdoor spaces tailored to client needs and site conditions. Our process begins with a consultation to understand lifestyle, budget, and aesthetic preferences. Detailed surveys and master plans ensure every design balances creativity with practicality, from small courtyards to large estates. Clients receive artistic impressions and working drawings to guide construction and planting.
Landscaping
Our landscaping services transform gardens through expert construction and planting. We manage projects from start to finish, using trusted local teams to ensure continuity and quality. Features include patios, pergolas, water elements, and sustainable materials. Sites are maintained clean and safe, with a focus on client collaboration and adherence to timelines.
Planting Plans
We design and implement planting schemes using high-quality, locally sourced plants. Our expertise includes seasonal colour, wildlife habitats, and low-maintenance gardens. Clients receive detailed schedules and aftercare programmes, with advisory visits available. Planting combines aesthetics with ecological considerations, ensuring long-term vitality and seasonal interest.
Garden Maintenance
Arcadia offers tailored maintenance programmes to preserve garden health and appearance. Services include pruning, seasonal planting, and advisory visits. Our approach balances client independence with expert support, ensuring gardens thrive year-round. Maintenance plans are flexible, adapting to individual needs and plant growth cycles.
Water Features
We design and install water features ranging from formal ponds to modern fountains. Projects integrate with overall garden design, using natural materials and native plants for ecological harmony. Features enhance aesthetics and attract wildlife, with construction overseen by experienced professionals to ensure durability and visual impact.
People
Emily Blake-Dyke
Founder & Lead Designer
Emily Blake-Dyke established Arcadia Garden Design in 1995, bringing decades of horticultural and design expertise. A registered member of the Society of Garden Designers, she oversees all projects, ensuring creative vision and technical precision. Her work spans residential and public gardens, with a focus on client collaboration and sustainable practices.
Questions
What services does Arcadia Garden Design offer?
We provide garden design, landscaping, planting plans, maintenance programmes, and water feature installation. Services are tailored to individual client needs and budgets.
How does the garden design process work?
Our process includes consultation, site survey, master plan creation, working drawings, construction, planting, and aftercare. Clients receive detailed plans and ongoing support.
Do you work outside Brighton and Sussex?
While based in Sussex, we serve clients across the home counties and accept select projects beyond this region.
Can you assist with small garden designs?
Yes, we specialise in transforming small spaces, including urban terraces and courtyards, into functional, beautiful gardens.
Are you insured for landscaping projects?
We hold public liability and professional indemnity insurance for all projects, ensuring client protection and peace of mind.
Do you offer garden maintenance after planting?
Yes, we provide custom maintenance programmes and advisory visits to ensure long-term garden health and vitality.
