OUR PROCESS

OXHort offers a complete design & build service to ensure gardens are constructed & finished to the highest standard. With every project we, at OXHort, aim to create individual and personalised spaces for clients to enjoy spending time in the great outdoors and, thereby, connect with nature. 

We firmly believe the process of designing a garden is a partnership between designer & client and, in our experience, the more collaborative the engagement, the better the outcome. So we very much welcome, and even actively encourage, an engaged client's input into the design and an ongoing dialogue throughout the project lifecycle. 

Construction is carried out by our team of trusted contractors and craftsmen. Designs are detailed and fully annotated.

Whilst there is a proven process of project flows & checkpoints, our team can demonstrate some flexibility, so we are happy to chat through customised offerings to meet individual need or specific requirements. In general, however, the following stages generally apply:

WE MEET ONSITE, AND INFORMALLY DISCUSS YOUR IDEAS AND REQUIREMENTS OVER A CUP OF TEA!

WE REPLAY OUR DISCUSSION HIGHLIGHTS AS 'CLIENT BRIEF' FOR APPROVAL. CLIENT QUESTIONNAIRE ISSUED

WE UNDERTAKE, OR COMMISSION, A FULL SITE SURVEY TO INCLUDE ALL MEASUREMENTS & LEVELS

WE CONDUCT AN ANALYSIS OF THIS DATA

INSPIRATION FLOWING, WE CREATE THE ‘CONCEPT DESIGN’

THE DESIGN IS PRESENTED WITH MOODBOARD & LANDSCAPE SAMPLES. ANY AMENDMENT INSTRUCTIONS ARE TAKEN.

THE 'MASTER PLAN' DEFINED; A CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATION PACK IS COMPILED. (FOR TENDER)

IN HOUSE OR TRUSTED CONTRACTORS PROVIDE LANDSCAPING QUOTES. THE PREFERRED LANDSCAPER SELECTED.

WE PROJECT MANAGE THE OVERALL BUILD & OVERSEE CONSTRUCTION.

PLANTING PLAN CREATED TREES, PLANTS & BULBS ARE SOURCED THROUGH SPECIALIST WHOLESALE NURSERIES.

BUILD PROCESS COMPLETES & IS SIGNED OFF. (INCLUDING ELECTRICS, LIGHTING, WATER FEATURES & IRRIGATION).

PLANTING COMPLETES. AN OPTIONAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE IS PRESENTED IF REQUIRED.

GARDEN COMPLETE, THE CLIENTS ARE FREE TO ENJOY THE NEWLY CREATED SPACE.