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About Us
13x Best of Houzz winner
11 years in business
Locally owned
Innovative RHS Award Winning, Full Service Garden Designer in London
Peter Reader is a registered member of the Society of Garden Designers and provides a multiple award winning garden and landscape design service. Whilst based in North London, Peter is able to provide this service across the country. Having trained at the prestigious Chelsea based KLC Design School Peter loves to apply his expertise to a whole variety of settings from small London courtyards to sites of several acres. His two RHS Award winning gardens demonstrate his versatility in design styles, from the crisp modern outdoor garden room of 'Al Fresco' to the ephemeral naturalistic perennial style of 'Four Corners'.
Contact Peter today to discuss how to make the most of your garden this Summer...
Services Provided
Garden Design, Garden Plans, Hardscaping, Landscape Construction, Living Walls, Patio Design
Areas Served
London, South East England, Surrey, Sussex, Kent, Hertfordshire, Essex, Hampstead, Highgate, Islington, Camden, Notting Hill, Kensington, Chelsea
Awards
KLC Diploma of Garden Design (Dist) RHS Hampton Court Flower Show 2013 - Silver Gilt Medal and People's Choice Award RHS Hampton Court Flower Show 2014 - Silver Gilt Medal ProLandscaper Business Awards 2020 - Shortlisted Garden Design Business
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Business Name
Peter Reader Landscapes
Phone Number
020 3871 8564
Website
Address
Highgate
London, Greater London N6 6DD
United Kingdom
Typical Job Cost
£30,000 - 250,000
These represent the total garden build costs of which the design fee is a part. Please contact us for more details.
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57 Reviews for Peter Reader Landscapes
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Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars5.0|57 reviews
Work Quality5.0
Communication5.0
Value5.0
Trisha Dale
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The newly planted garden looks magical already in the low winter sun. I'm really looking forward to caring for it and watching it grow. The planting scheme is complex and really required expert knowledge and a great eye. The new structure will help us use the space differently.
16 January, 2024
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Thanks Trisha
It has been a lovely journey together - both adding new spaces to the garden and developing the planting scheme. Lots of careful consideration and conversations to strike the right balance of retaining key plants of the old garden and bringing in the new. This will be an exciting garden to see grow and develop over the coming years.
It has been a lovely journey together - both adding new spaces to the garden and developing the planting scheme. Lots of careful consideration and conversations to strike the right balance of retaining key plants of the old garden and bringing in the new. This will be an exciting garden to see grow and develop over the coming years.
Claire Knollys
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Peter’s designed transformed my small garden terrace that was previously a small-ish patch of concrete and is now a tranquil, interesting, modern space. It feels as though a completely new room has been added to my property and I can’t wait for the spring to come to spend more time there.
Peter was really great to work with; I felt as though he thought about my space as a one-off unique project in developing a beautiful design including constructed planters, paving, decking, lighting and planting. He also listened to any feedback I had along the way and looked to accommodate it so that I was completely happy with the end result. Peter managed the entire project, selected landscapers who did an incredible job of executing his design, sourced all the plants and accessories and overall made it an incredibly easy and enjoyable process.
As well as being a great designer Peter is also calm, professional, innovative, responsive and overall just a really nice person to deal with - I cannot recommend him enough for anyone looking to do a garden project.
4 January, 2024
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Hi Claire - gosh, I am blushing.
Thank you so much for your kind words and fantastic review.
I has been an absolute pleasure to work with you all the way through the project, from initial brainstorming with you, of the sort of garden space you were looking for, to finessing the planting list. Like you, I can't wait to see the garden in the summer when all the plants are in full swing.
Thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind words and fantastic review.
I has been an absolute pleasure to work with you all the way through the project, from initial brainstorming with you, of the sort of garden space you were looking for, to finessing the planting list. Like you, I can't wait to see the garden in the summer when all the plants are in full swing.
Thank you.
Beth Bonini
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
It was such a pleasure to work with Peter and I would recommend his services without reservation.
He is such a patient person and a really great listener. I felt like he listened carefully to what I wanted to achieve in my small 12 meter by 3 meter urban garden and then responded with a design that exceeded my expectations. The plot had several technical difficulties including some large lime trees which meant both roots and shade covered one end of the garden. Even worse, the apartment complex I live in had put two large manhole covers - one of them set in an odd and offset way - and Peter figured out how to use a hardscaping design, involving a combination of stone and brick, which successfully disguised these. I ended up with a classical design - no grass (at my request) - and an interesting variety of planting, including three dwarf trees. We did collaborate on the plant choices, but only because I was interested in doing that. Although the planting isn’t mature yet, the design is really elegant and I have had lots of compliments on it.
Peter also liaised with my gardening team, ordered the plants, and provided an extensive “care plan” for after care. I couldn’t recommend him more highly.
2 November, 2023
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Hi Beth
Thanks for this lovely review. It was quite the challenging site, but your vision and ideas gave me a great framework to build on. It is always fun discussing plant choices and I look forward to seeing the plants fill out and flourish. It was pleasure working with you.
Thanks for this lovely review. It was quite the challenging site, but your vision and ideas gave me a great framework to build on. It is always fun discussing plant choices and I look forward to seeing the plants fill out and flourish. It was pleasure working with you.
Peter Hutton
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Peter helped me design my garden in West London. With a few vague ideas from me he designed a wonderful garden for the space, making use of the different levels and (lack of) light. Anything I was initially unsure about, he would say "trust me it will look great" and he was right. I get complements about the garden the whole time and I have recommended Peter to friends. As a first time gardener, he really explained things very simply and the outcome was just what I was after.
18 May, 2023
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Hi Peter
Thanks for your great review. I had great fun designing the garden with you and enjoyed our design conversations. Never a dull moment! So glad that the garden has been serving you well since it was completed, and thanks for the referrals of friends - much appreciated.
Thanks for your great review. I had great fun designing the garden with you and enjoyed our design conversations. Never a dull moment! So glad that the garden has been serving you well since it was completed, and thanks for the referrals of friends - much appreciated.
Our garden was a building site covered with lawn. We now look out and see a transformed, inviting space. Peter created a magical space for our growing family to enjoy. He was attentive to our needs and always available to answer every question. The entire job was executed beautifully with a high degree of professionalism. I highly recommend Peter.
13 May, 2023
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Thank you Silvana - it has been a pleasure working with both you and your husband, and I am so glad that you can now enjoy a proper garden.
HU-332016302
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Peter has created and executed such a beautiful job for our front garden from start to finish in a most professional way - we highly recommend him
21 December, 2022
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Thank you for your kind words. It was great fun designing and crafting this quite spectacular and unusual front garden with you. It is quite the stand-out garden on the road!
Adam Goldin
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Peter was exceptionally professional and competent in delivering our landscaping project. We are delighted with the results.
In housing projects where you are seldom impressed with outcomes Peter was able to actually deliver on his promises, in a calming and reassuring manner.
We would have no hesitation in recommending Peter to others. He won’t let you down.
2 October, 2022Last modified:3 October, 2022
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Hi Adam
Thanks for your kind review. Yes - we had some experiences with your house builders trying to build the garden too - but fortunately we managed to battle through to a great result. I enjoyed working with you both and look forward to seeing the garden mature.
Best wishes, Peter
Thanks for your kind review. Yes - we had some experiences with your house builders trying to build the garden too - but fortunately we managed to battle through to a great result. I enjoyed working with you both and look forward to seeing the garden mature.
Best wishes, Peter
HU-486729442
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
It was a real pleasure to work with Peter on a complete redesign of my garden including extensive planting, stonework and electrics. I found Peter very knowledgeable about every aspect of the design. He is not only adaptable but also clear sighted and methodical in his approach, from the first designs to the execution. There was some stress with the project and I found Dr Reader's medical background and calm and reassuring manner a definite bonus!
17 August, 2022
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Thank you for this lovely review. I very much enjoyed working with you on developing a design that covered all your needs. As with all building works, some level of stress is generally encountered, but I strive to make things as straight forward as possible. I am glad I succeeded in this instance. Enjoy your new garden!
Jessica Kanerick
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Peter was a pleasure to deal with - he is a true professional and very helpful and knowledgeable. We have always enjoyed spending time in the garden but were never quite satisfied with it as we had just planted things randomly and there wasn't much planning or order to the garden but we also were very keen to screen the neighbouring house which overlooks the property. Peter did a very detailed plan for us and was very happy to tweak bits that we wanted. His attention to detail is exceptional and gave the gardeners very clear guidelines to follow. The result is absolutely gorgeous and we love it - we just can't wait for planting to mature and become even more beautiful! I would highly recommend Peter!
4 May, 2022
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Hi Jessica
Thank you for your kind comments. It was an absolute pleasure to work with you both. It is great to work with people who share my joy in plants and planting. Thanks for putting up the photos, as it was winter when we planted, so great to see things springing into life.
Happy gardening!
Thank you for your kind comments. It was an absolute pleasure to work with you both. It is great to work with people who share my joy in plants and planting. Thanks for putting up the photos, as it was winter when we planted, so great to see things springing into life.
Happy gardening!
HU-877134364
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We were introduced to Peter via a recommendation from a neighbour who had been very happy with his work. Peter has been wonderful to work with from start to finish. He takes the time to really listen to the client and remembers everything we wanted to achieve when planning the design. He is a wonderfully talented designer and I was so excited to see the design! Peter's knowledge is second to none and was so helpful when the work was carried out, advising us on everything from the right paving stones, plants and small details of the design. He liaised with landscape contractors when getting quotes and was on hand to discuss pricing. Peter works efficiently and responds quickly to email queries. He also has great attention to detail. We are so excited for the summer to use our beautiful new patio. 10/10 Peter and thank you!
7 March, 2022
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Thank you for your kind words. It was a great pleasure working with you both and it has been very rewarding to transform the rear terrace of the house. All finished with perfect timing for the spring! Enjoy.
Steven Cooper
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Our garden hadn’t been touched in 15 years. Peter listened to us and combined with his vision, produced a plan for a beautiful contemporary garden. He worked with us from inception, with the building contractor until completion. It felt like a partnership, explaining how things would work, making small adjustments along the way, connecting with various contractors and suppliers and keeping an eye on progress. We were right to put our faith and trust in Peter and are super happy with our new garden.
28 January, 2022
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Thank you Steven for your kind words.
Thank you also for jumping on board with my ambitious plans. I too felt it was like a partnership and you were great to work with, even when the odd hiccough occurred - like needing to reroute the house mains cable! Your input into the design was great as well and I feel we have really delivered the garden you were looking for. I can't wait to see it this summer when all the plants are starting to fill out.
Thank you.
Thank you also for jumping on board with my ambitious plans. I too felt it was like a partnership and you were great to work with, even when the odd hiccough occurred - like needing to reroute the house mains cable! Your input into the design was great as well and I feel we have really delivered the garden you were looking for. I can't wait to see it this summer when all the plants are starting to fill out.
Thank you.
My garden was a mess having been neglected for several years and I wanted to start again from scratch but needed some new ideas after the previous 'cottage garden' look. Luckily for me, Peter was recommended by a couple of friends. He was a pleasure to work with because he listens to what you want and comes up with lots of ideas and comments without trying to steer it in any particular direction. I gave him a very high level idea of what I was ater (fragrance, looks good all year, 'an orderly space for disorderly plants'). He really came up trumps with the design, and also gave me some good ideas on materials to use. He realised before I did that I wanted to do a lot of the planting myself but also gave me some great suggestions for architectural plants which I would not have come up with on my own.
The result is a really beautiful garden which will change with the seasons but always have something of interest. I am absolutely delighted with it.
11 November, 2021
Comment from Peter Reader Landscapes:
Hi Penny
Thank you for your lovely review. It has been great fun working with you on a garden design that is not only something out of the ordinary, but is also one that I know you will have great fun in and gardening in. It is also been fun to be involved in a garden that I know you will continue to very actively develop and evolve over the coming years. I think we have come up with a great design for your garden that will work well for you and provide the structure required to work within.
Have a great time, Peter
Thank you for your lovely review. It has been great fun working with you on a garden design that is not only something out of the ordinary, but is also one that I know you will have great fun in and gardening in. It is also been fun to be involved in a garden that I know you will continue to very actively develop and evolve over the coming years. I think we have come up with a great design for your garden that will work well for you and provide the structure required to work within.
Have a great time, Peter
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