1.1 – Discover

We begin by visiting your garden (or reviewing photos and plans) and exploring your dreams: how you want the space to feel, look, smell, and what atmosphere or colors it should have.

1.2 – Shape

Together, we sketch and mark the big lines—on drawings and on site—defining the framework and flow of the garden.

1.3 – Create

I develop a guiding concept, the “leading star” of your garden, and bring it to life through lively hand sketches. The result is a personal and meaningful design that reflects your story and way of life.

This phase focuses on the technical aspects of the design. I establish dimensions, set levels, and select the materials that define the garden’s structure and mood. The planting plan is developed in detail—each tree and perennial is identified, its size and character specified, and included in a coherent plant list. To make sure the design feels natural and well-proportioned, I create test sketches that check scale and perspective from the human viewpoint.

This step transforms the concept into something tangible, allowing you to clearly picture yourself moving through and experiencing the garden.

2.1 - Measurements & Materials

I determine dimensions, levels, and materials that form the garden’s framework and atmosphere.

2.2 -Planting Design

A detailed planting plan defines the size, form, and selection of every plant and tree, compiled into a unified list.

2.3 - Testing & Visualizing

Test sketches verify proportion and perspective, ensuring the design looks and feels authentic when imagined at eye level.

The final step of the project is bringing all the design ideas to life: purchasing the necessary materials, plants, soil, and seeds — and then simply getting to work by digging, planting, and implementing the design. Grene Design can either carry out this step for you or collaborate with your preferred plant supplier to ensure the project is completed to a high standard.