Compaction, erosion and contamination are just three threats placed on our soils. This makes analysis, on site care and nurturing of our soils, fundamental to landscape development and a gardens long term success.

This soil sample is slowly drying out so it can be tested to check its texture and pH. The results can be cross referenced with national data records to ensure the right approach to care, nurture and plant selection is taken.

To capture the balance of colours in a planting plan, pencils are a brilliant tool, and far more tactile than searching through hex number combinations.

Its really satisfying when many hours of thought and sketching combine into a unified design of house, materials and planting patterns

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Welcome to my Blog. Set up to show the influences of the natural world on my design practice. This photo showing the natural curves formed by wind and tide at Rockcliffe Beach, Dumfries and Galloway.