Business Details
28 Years
experience
Award-Winning Landscaping Design & Build Services
Design Scape is an award-winning landscaping company founded in 1998 by Phil Wilcox, who has over four decades of experience in the industry. We specialise in providing fully project-managed design and build services to domestic clients, garden designers, and landscape architects across Staffordshire, Shropshire, and Cheshire, with projects extending as far as Gloucester and the Lake District. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our status as full contracting members of the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) and approved installers for Marshalls products. We pride ourselves on creating bespoke outdoor spaces that combine exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials, and meticulous attention to detail. Our team works closely with clients throughout every project phase, ensuring satisfaction at every stage while maintaining public liability insurance exceeding 5 million.We offer a comprehensive range of services, including timber and composite decking, bespoke timber structures, garden lighting, planting schemes, and the supply of mature trees and shrubs. While our initial site visit is free, our design service is charged, and we focus exclusively on design-and-build packages. Our portfolio showcases numerous industry awards, including the 2017 BALI Award, and we collaborate regularly with leading local garden designers and landscape architects. We understand the importance of minimising disruption during construction and prioritise clear communication and client collaboration to ensure seamless project execution. Our dedication to quality has earned us recognition in prestigious projects such as the National Trust Paths and Tatton Show Gardens.
Services
Design Service
Lighting Installation
Decking Solutions
Paving & Driveways
Planting Services
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in bespoke landscaping projects.
- Our team holds public liability insurance exceeding 5 million.
- We are full contracting members of the British Association of Landscape Industries.
- We collaborate with leading local garden designers and landscape architects.
- Our work has earned industry awards, including the BALI Award.
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI)
Services
Design & Build
Design Scape offers fully project-managed landscaping design-and-build services tailored to domestic clients and professionals. Our approach combines creative design with expert construction, ensuring seamless execution from concept to completion. We focus on bespoke solutions that reflect client needs while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and material quality.
Lighting Installation
We provide high-quality garden lighting solutions using HUNZA light units, available in stainless steel and other finishes. Our installations enhance outdoor spaces by highlighting features like statues, trees, and pathways, creating dynamic nighttime aesthetics that evolve with the seasons.
Decking Solutions
Our decking services include design and installation of timber or composite decks using premium western red cedar and sustainably sourced hardwoods. We integrate lighting options to extend usability, creating year-round entertainment spaces that blend functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Paving & Driveways
We specialise in paving and driveway projects using products from leading manufacturers, including natural British paving and reclaimed materials. As approved installers for Tobermore Concrete Products, we deliver durable, visually appealing surfaces tailored to traditional or contemporary garden styles.
Planting Services
Our planting services include sourcing and installing mature and semi-mature trees and shrubs, complementing landscape designs with seasonal interest. We offer full planting schemes that enhance biodiversity and aesthetic value, ensuring long-term growth and vitality.
People
Phil Wilcox
Founder
Phil Wilcox founded Design Scape in 1998 after working in landscaping since 1983. He holds a Higher National Diploma in Garden Design from Reaseheath College and has led the company to win multiple industry awards, including the BALI Award.
Questions
What services does Design Scape offer?
Design Scape provides landscaping design-and-build services, including paving, decking, garden lighting, planting, and bespoke timber structures. We specialise in creating tailored outdoor spaces for domestic clients and professionals.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate across Staffordshire, Shropshire, and Cheshire, with projects extending to Gloucester and the Lake District. Our base in Newcastle Under Lyme allows us to cover these regions efficiently.
Do you offer a design-only service?
No, we only provide a full design-and-build package. We charge for our design service but offer a free initial site visit to discuss your project requirements.
Are you accredited by industry bodies?
Yes, we are full contracting members of the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) and approved installers for Marshalls products, reflecting our commitment to quality and standards.
What insurance coverage do you have?
Design Scape maintains public liability insurance exceeding £5 million, ensuring comprehensive coverage for all our landscaping projects and client interactions.
