About
Joanna believes that a beautifully designed garden is life enhancing.
‘It’s not just a pretty view, a fancy cushion, or the scent of a plant. A considered design can alter how clients experience their home life entirely. A garden draws people in, brings them closer to nature, restoring and nurturing them daily.’
Joanna’s passion for plants and colour is seen in abundance in her burgeoning portfolio. She is sympathetic to the natural world, encouraging clients to refrain from pesticide use, understanding that without ‘bugs’ there is no ecology in the garden. The studio supports the ‘Say No to Plastic Grass & Plants’ 2023 campaign launched by the Society of Garden Designers and the RHS.
Background
Joanna formally launched her studio in 2009 after studying at the prestigious Inchbald School of Design gaining the highly prized Director’s Top Student Award.
Joanna is a Registered Member of the Society of Garden Designers, the only professional association for garden designers in the UK. In February 2024 she joined the SGD Council and is responsible for CPD, ensuring all members continue to enhance their professional growth by acquiring new skills and adapting to industry changes.
Joanna’s studio is fully accredited, insured and subscribes to the highest professional standards and SGD Code of Conduct. At home she is helped in the garden by her children, Freddie and Lola Leaf while her fantastically mathematical husband, Tim, attends the barbeque.
“Joanna was an absolute delight to work with. She listened well and met our rather challenging brief which involved satisfying cricket mad kids and digging dogs. The design was beyond my expectations. She has a great eye for colour and the planting has established very quickly and looks stunning. Previously I was somewhat embarrassed to have guests in the garden and I now can’t get them to leave as it’s such a lovely space both during the day and after dark with the garden lighting.” C.G.