Karen Chamberlain Garden Design

Established in 2001, Karen Chamberlain Garden Design is an independent, boutique garden design studio specialising in creating beautiful and practical outdoor spaces for homeowners across Essex and Suffolk. Our principal, Karen Chamberlain, is a professionally trained Garden Designer who has spent over two decades honing her creative design talent and technical abilities to solve garden design problems while introducing clients to exciting new possibilities.

As a small practice, we are committed to working personally with a limited number of clients each year to ensure the best possible creative and practical outcomes. Our aim is to take the time to imagine, explore, and test design possibilities on your behalf, ultimately turning your uninspiring space into your dream garden.

Garden Design Services

Our design services cater to various needs and investment levels. Whether you're looking for a complete garden transformation or a simple refresh, we have a service tailored to your requirements.

*Garden Design Plan Service*

Ideal for clients considering a significant investment in a completely new garden, our full garden design package includes multiple stages tailored to your needs. We use detailed plans and 3D images to help you visualise your new garden, providing a seamless journey from concept to creation.

*Garden Advice Service*

If you only need a refresh for your garden, our Garden Advice Service is an excellent choice. This service is suitable for clients who do not wish to invest in a completely new garden but can benefit from professional design input to make the most of their budget. We offer personalised advice and guidance, enabling you to maximise the potential of your outdoor space.

Selected Projects

Browse our carefully curated selection of projects, including:

• Contemporary Family Garden in Suffolk
• Long Narrow Garden in Essex
• L-shaped Garden - Re-united! in Colchester, Essex
• Modern, English Country Garden in Suffolk

Explore the diverse range of designs we've created for our satisfied clients and discover the transformative power of expert garden design.

About Karen

Karen Chamberlain is a passionate and professionally trained Garden Designer with over 20 years of experience in the industry. She holds qualifications from Writtle College, the RHS at Beth Chatto Gardens, and has professionally qualified as an adult tutor in Garden Design. Karen is a member of the Association of Professional Landscapers (MAPL) and a pre-registered member of the Society of Garden Designers (SGD).

Her commitment to a design-focused and artisan practice allows her to work closely with clients, providing them with a personalised service that addresses their unique needs and aspirations.

Client's Reviews

We are proud of the positive feedback we have received from our clients. Here's what they have to say:

• "We've enjoyed working with Karen on our project - we were listened to and offered valuable advice and guidance at every step. Karen has a great balance of creativity and practical thinking and was highly professional and pleasant to work with."
• "We were looking for a garden designer and found Karen just by chance - she has been brilliant. She listened, made suggestions, and was always positive. At the end of the project, we had a stunning layout which subsequently won a top award at a national professional landscaping event in London."
• "You have really transformed our garden from a space that was fundamentally pretty but completely impractical to an absolutely functional and beautiful space. You interpreted the brief perfectly, and your advice and guidance at all stages of the project from first principles to finished planted space was first class. Thank you."