Bespoke Outdoor Kitchen: The 365-Day Culinary Design for Bristol & Bath Homes
January in the South West often brings a chill to the air, but for the clever homeowner, it is the perfect time to start a project. We are seeing a big change in how families in Clifton, Bath, and the Chew Valley use their gardens. The garden is no longer just for summer; it is […]
Designing a Bespoke Garden Studio for Wiltshire Homes
For many family home owners across the UK, especially in desirable areas like Bristol, Bath, and Wiltshire, space has become the ultimate luxury. The traditional solution to a growing need for room-be it for work, hobbies, or exercise-is a costly, disruptive house extension. Yet, a more stylish, versatile, and often faster solution exists just steps […]
Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Luxurious All-Season Room
The quintessential British garden is often seen as a fair-weather friend-a cherished space for brief, sunny spells, only to be abandoned to the rain and cold from October until spring. Yet, for a family home owner, your outdoor space represents a significant investment, both financially and emotionally. Why should you lose access to valuable living […]
Designing a Future-Proof Family Garden: Sustainable Solutions for Bristol Gardens
Are you a family homeowner in Bristol, Bath, or the surrounding Somerset area, dreaming of a beautiful garden but worried about the unpredictable British weather? The days of a perfect, manicured lawn are giving way to a new kind of garden – one that’s not just stunning but is also resilient, low-maintenance, and kind to […]
Effortless Outdoor Living: Low-Maintenance Garden Designs for Busy Bristol Families
In today’s fast-paced world, many of us dream of a beautiful, tranquil garden to escape to. But for busy family homeowners in Bristol, Bath, and Somerset, that dream can often feel out of reach, buried under the demands of work, school runs, and endless chores. The thought of adding constant weeding, pruning, and watering to […]
The Ultimate Guide to Garden Design in Bristol: From Consultation to Creation
Dreaming of a beautiful outdoor space in Bristol? Whether you’re in Clifton, Southville, Redland, or anywhere across our vibrant city, transforming your garden can feel like a grand undertaking. But what if you had a clear roadmap, guiding you from that initial spark of an idea to a stunning, fully realised garden? At Compass Garden […]
Designing Your Dream Garden in Somerset
Imagine stepping outside into your very own Somerset sanctuary. Perhaps it’s a contemporary space perfect for entertaining, a traditional cottage garden brimming with colour, a safe haven for family fun, or a thriving wildlife garden buzzing with life. Whatever your vision, turning that dream garden into a reality requires thought, planning, and often, a little […]
Small Garden Design Ideas for Bristol Homes
Living in vibrant Bristol often means embracing charming, characterful homes – and sometimes, that includes a rather compact outdoor space. Whether you have a narrow yard behind a Victorian terrace, a contemporary balcony, or a classic Bristol courtyard garden, that small patch holds immense potential. Don’t let limited square footage limit your imagination! With spring […]
The Garden Design Process Explained
Thinking about transforming your outdoor space into the garden you’ve always dreamed of? It’s an exciting prospect! But perhaps the thought of commissioning a garden designer feels a bit daunting. What actually happens? How long does it take? How involved will you be? Here at Compass Garden Design, we believe the journey to your perfect […]