Landscaping · Dream Living Spaces
Landscaping & Garden DesignWhere Our Business Beganin Bromley & Kent
A garden finished to the same standard as the house. Patios, paths, planting and outdoor living areas are designed to connect with your home, as a standalone project or alongside an extension or renovation.
30+ years’ experience · One point of contact for the whole property
- Experience
- 30+ years
- Management
- Our own project managers
- Insurance
- Insured contractors
- Jobs completed
- Not Provided
- Guarantee
- Not Provided
Overview
Landscaping, explained
What it is
Landscaping covers the hard and soft elements of outdoor space: patios, terraces, paths, steps, edging, lawns, planting beds, boundaries and the levels and drainage that tie them together. Our business began in garden work, when Vernon and Vanja Martins acquired a local gardening company, and it remains part of what we do.
Who it is for
It suits homeowners who want to use their garden more, families who need a safe, practical outdoor space, people finishing an extension that opens onto the garden, and landlords or sellers who want a property to look complete from the street and the back door.
When you need it
Common triggers are a patio that is cracked or uneven, poor drainage and standing water, a garden that has been left to overgrow, a new extension with bifold doors looking onto rough ground, or simply wanting more usable outdoor living space.
Why professional help matters
Outdoor work depends on what is below the surface. Levels, drainage, sub-base and edge restraints decide whether a patio stays flat and dry or sinks, cracks and floods. Professional landscaping gets the groundwork right, so the finished garden lasts and connects cleanly with the house.
The cost of waiting
What happens if it is left
Sinking and cracking paving
Paving laid on a thin or poorly compacted base moves and cracks, creating trip hazards and costly relaying.
Water against the house
Patios laid without a proper fall can direct rainwater towards walls and doors, risking damp inside.
Wasted outdoor space
A garden that is hard to use, uneven or overgrown adds little to daily life or to a property's appeal.
Mismatched extension
A new extension opening onto an unfinished garden never feels complete.
Our process
Five clear steps, one team
- 01
Step 1 – Garden visit
We look at the space, levels, drainage, access and how you want to use the garden.
- 02
Step 2 – Layout and scope
We agree the layout, materials and what is included, and how it connects with the house.
- 03
Step 3 – Groundwork
Ground is cleared, levels are set, drainage is installed and sub-bases are laid and compacted.
- 04
Step 4 – Build and plant
Paving, paths, edging and features are built, followed by planting and lawns.
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Step 5 – Walk-through and handover
We walk the finished garden with you, tidy the site and talk through care of new planting.
What you gain
The benefits, in practice
Built on experience
Garden work is where our business started, and that experience goes into every outdoor project.
Paving that stays flat
Proper sub-bases and edge restraints keep patios and paths level for longer.
Dry, safe surfaces
Falls and drainage move water away from the house and off walking areas.
Connected to the house
Levels and materials are planned to flow from inside to out, especially with new extensions.
One project, inside and out
Landscaping can run alongside an extension or renovation with one point of contact.
More usable space
A well-planned garden becomes an extra room for much of the year.
Why Dream Living Spaces
Why homeowners choose us for landscaping
30+ years' experience
Three decades of hands-on work behind every project, from small renovations to full-property schemes.
One point of contact
We cover the whole property, so you are not sifting through trade companies to find the right person for each job.
Our own project management
We plan, sequence and oversee the work ourselves, so trades arrive in order and the project keeps moving.
Trusted specialist network
We work with a network of experienced tradespeople and specialists, matched to what each job needs.
Landscaping across Bromley, Kent and Surrey
We are based at Kimberley Business Park, Leaves Green, Keston BR2 6HL, so projects across the borough and the Kent and Surrey border are a short drive away. We carry out landscaping work in homes throughout the area, including:
- Biggin Hill: On our doorstep at Leaves Green.
- Sevenoaks: Kent village homes and country properties.
- Westerham: Character homes on the Kent–Surrey border.
- Oxted: Surrey homes a short drive from Keston.
We also cover Central, East and South London, Kent, Surrey, North Sussex and East Berkshire. If you are unsure whether we reach you, call 07878 938265 and ask.
In detail
Landscaping: materials, methods and options
Every garden is different in size, soil, light and levels. These are the elements we work with most often.
Patios and terraces
Natural stone brings character, porcelain paving is low-maintenance and stain-resistant, and concrete paving is cost-effective. Each needs the correct sub-base, bedding and jointing to stay stable.
Paths, steps and edging
Paths connect the garden to the house and each other. Steps and edging deal with changes in level and keep materials in place.
Drainage and levels
Sloping gardens, heavy clay and water near the house are common locally. Levels and drainage are resolved during groundwork, before any finish goes down.
Planting and lawns
Planting is chosen for the light, soil and how much care you want to give. New lawns are laid on prepared, level ground.
Gardens with extensions
When an extension opens onto the garden, the patio level, door thresholds and drainage are planned together so the two spaces join cleanly.
Homes, rentals and commercial frontages
For homes, the focus is on outdoor living. For rentals and commercial frontages, durable, low-maintenance materials keep the space tidy with little upkeep.
FAQ
Landscaping questions, answered
Do you take on landscaping as a standalone project?
Yes. Landscaping can be a project on its own, or run alongside an extension or renovation.
Which patio material lasts best?
Porcelain, natural stone and concrete paving can all last well when laid on the right sub-base. We will talk through the options for your garden and how you use it.
Can you fix drainage problems in my garden?
Drainage and levels are dealt with during groundwork. We look at the problem at the garden visit and explain what is needed.
Can the garden be done at the same time as my extension?
Yes. Planning both together means the patio level, doors and drainage line up.
How much does landscaping cost in Bromley?
We do not publish fixed prices, because every property and brief is different. After a visit and an agreed scope, we give you an estimate for your project. Call 07878 938265 or request an estimate to start.
Do you offer a guarantee on landscaping?
Guarantee terms are not published on this website. Ask us when we discuss your project and we will explain what applies to the work.
Do you offer emergency call-outs?
We do not advertise an emergency call-out service. We are open Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:00pm and Saturday 7:30am to 12:00pm. Call 07878 938265 during those hours to talk to us.
Are your contractors insured?
We work with contractors who hold public liability insurance.
Which areas do you cover for landscaping?
We are based at Kimberley Business Park in Keston and work across Bromley, Biggin Hill, Orpington, Beckenham, Chislehurst, Croydon, Sevenoaks, Westerham and Oxted, and more widely across Central, East and South London, Kent, Surrey, North Sussex and East Berkshire.
How much experience do you have?
We bring more than 30 years' experience to every project, with our own project management and a network of experienced tradespeople and specialists.
How long does landscaping take from first call to finish?
The timeline depends on the size of the job and what is included. After the site visit we agree the scope and set out the order of work, so you know what happens and when before anything starts. Because one project manager sequences every trade, there are fewer gaps between stages.
What should I have ready before the site visit?
A rough idea of what you want to change, any photos or examples you like, and anything you already know about the property, such as its age, previous work or known problems. We will look at the rest with you, including access, services and the condition of walls and floors.
Start your project
Get your landscaping project planned properly
Tell us what you want to change. One project manager plans the work and coordinates every trade. We work with contractors who hold public liability insurance.
30+ years’ experience · Mon–Fri 7:30am–5:00pm, Sat 7:30am–12:00pm
Next Step
One call starts
the whole project
Tell us what you want to change. We plan the work, manage the trades and hand back a finished home, without you coordinating a single contractor.