Simon has created the most wonderful, relaxing, cottagey garden with a tropical feel and rockery planting areas. It was a difficult job, as the garden had to be dug by hand as sloped uphill, was tiny, and no access as I'm in a basement.
He created two seating areas, as per my spec, and I bought the sleepers and crazy paving with Yorkshire stone, which he used to create patio areas and winding steps and it looks fabulous.
Whilst it wasn't without some hiccups on timing, (it took a lot longer than he had realised) and the cost of materials increasing, (thanks Brexit!) we came to a mutual agreement on costs.
Overall however the increase in the budget was overshadowed by the amazing job he achieved. Everyone loves it and it was exactly the way he had drawn up the design.
He's a knowledgeable guy and easygoing. He worked damn hard as we couldn't get a digger in, so him and his chum did it all by hand. Not easy...
It has added a really beautiful space for me, and the view from my bedroom window is now full of plants, and interesting foliage. He's coming back in a few weeks to check on the plants, and
tweek anything. A lovely job!