About
Alan Lisgo Garden Design
Alan Lisgo BA (Hons)
Alan studied at the world renowned Oxford College of Garden Design under its founder Duncan Heather, a 5-time Gold Medal winner and 3-time Best of Show winner.
Duncan Heather is an internationally recognised garden designer. A former Society of Garden Designers Council member, he co-wrote the industry standard ‘Garden Design Specification’ as well as being a lecturer for the Society of Garden Designers.
After graduating from Oxford College of Garden Design, I formed Alan Lisgo Garden Design in order to fulfil my ambition to design and create beautiful, imaginative and practical outdoor spaces.
These designs are tailored to your needs and tastes whether you are in need of an oasis from the hustle and bustle of city living or have a larger country style property.
In addition to being qualified in garden design, I also hold qualifications in horticulture and have a number of years experience as a horticulturist at University of Oxford.
We believe that sound site design is based on a respect for the environment and the need to create outdoor living spaces that extend our clients' lifestyles into the outdoor environment.
In a world where there are increasing environmental challenges, we believe that a sustainable design recognises these challenges and is designed to alleviate them. We practice environmental sensitivity in our approach, not just for our garden designs, but for the wider environment.
We are an ethical company that is committed to the adherence of ethical principles and practices. For example, we refuse to use Indian sandstone as this may have utilised child labour to quarry the stone. No patio is worth a lost childhood. We treat all who have contact with our design practice with respect, dignity and honesty.
We believe that a well executed design can provide a space, not just for entertaining and relaxing, but a space where we can nourish our wellbeing, a space that allows us to be in touch with nature and a space, just to be...
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