❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about working with Dakic Garden Design
🌿 What services do you offer?
We specialise in bespoke garden design for residential clients across the South East of England. Our services include:
Full garden redesigns
Front garden transformations
Planting design
Garden consultations & concept plans
Show garden creation & exhibition design
Note: While we previously offered landscape construction, we now focus solely on the design side.
🏡 Do you offer front garden design?
Yes, and we’re passionate about it! We believe front gardens are too often overlooked. Our award-winning designs combine beauty, biodiversity, and practicality — whether you need planting that softens your driveway, pollution-reducing schemes, or a total reimagination of your kerb appeal.
🏆 Have you won any awards?
Yes! Our most recent show garden at the BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair 2025 won:
🥇 Platinum Medal
🌟 Best in Category
💚 People’s Choice Award
This garden was themed around Alice in Wonderland and reflected our creativity, attention to detail, and horticultural expertise.
🪴 What’s your design process like?
We follow a structured but personal design journey:
Initial consultation – We listen to your needs and explore your space.
Concept development – Ideas, mood boards, and layout sketches.
Detailed design – Scaled plans, planting palettes, material suggestions.
Delivery support – Liaising with landscapers or project managing if required.
Each garden is unique — and we pride ourselves on tailoring our approach to your lifestyle, tastes, and the character of your site.
💷 How much does garden design cost?
Our pricing is competitive and reflects our experience, creativity, and the bespoke nature of our work. Costs vary depending on garden size and complexity, but we’re transparent with fees from the start. As a guide, our full design service typically starts from £950, and consultations begin at £150.
We base our rates on industry benchmarks like those published by Ideal Home (£60–£200/hr for designers).
📍 Which areas do you cover?
We are based in Arundel, West Sussex and primarily serve the South East of England, including:
West Sussex
East Sussex
Surrey
Hampshire
Kent
If you’re a little further afield, feel free to get in touch — we may still be able to help or recommend someone we trust.
🌸 Do you do planting plans only?
Yes! If you love your garden layout but want help choosing or refreshing the plants, we offer standalone planting plans tailored to your soil, light conditions, and maintenance preferences.
🛠️ Do you also build the gardens you design?
At this time, we focus on garden design rather than construction. However, we work with a trusted network of landscape contractors and can oversee the build process to ensure your garden is delivered to the highest standard.
👩🎨 Who will design my garden?
Your garden will be designed by Briony or Jonathan, a qualified horticulturist and award-winning designers. With experience at the National Trust, RHS-affiliated gardens, and years in plant nurseries and propagation, Briony brings a unique blend of artistic vision and deep plant knowledge to every project.