Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Landscape Architecture & Design Services in London
Studio Concept is an award-winning studio with over 25 years of industry experience, specialising in landscape architecture, urban design, and garden design across residential, commercial, and public realm projects. Based in Greater London, we combine creative flair with technical precision, delivering bespoke, high-quality landscapes that are innovative, sustainable, and deeply responsive to their context. Our multidisciplinary team includes seasoned landscape architects, planners, and project managers with expertise in private gardens, urban infrastructure, and large-scale masterplanning. We prioritise collaboration, working closely with clients to tailor design processes that align with their aspirations while ensuring clear communication and meticulous attention to detail.Sustainability is embedded in every decision, from material choices to long-term maintenance strategies, creating spaces that enhance biodiversity and endure over time. Our track record includes successful projects within conservation areas, listed properties, and sites requiring planning permissions, supported by our Chartered Membership of the Landscape Institute (CMLI). We have consistently delivered value for private homeowners, developers, and public sector clients, with a focus on holistic, environmentally conscious solutions that elevate everyday experiences of outdoor spaces.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Urban Design
Garden Design
Planning Consultancy
Masterplanning
Private Estate Design
Public Realm Design
Sustainable Drainage
Planting Schemes
Construction Detailing
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We are Chartered Landscape Architects with over 25 years of industry experience.
- Our collaborative approach ensures tailored design solutions aligned with client goals.
- Sustainability is embedded in every project, from material selection to long-term planning.
- Award-winning studio with a proven track record in complex planning approvals.
- Multidisciplinary team skilled in private, commercial, and conservation-focused projects.
Associations and certifications
- Landscape Institute (LI)
What people say
Great design and service
Highly recommend their services
Collaborative approach
Award-winning expertise
Successful planning permissions
Services
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architecture services combine creative vision with technical precision, delivering resilient and aesthetically striking environments for residential, commercial, and public projects. We specialise in integrating sustainable practices, from material selection to biodiversity enhancement, ensuring spaces that endure and evolve. Our expertise spans masterplanning, streetscape design, and complex planning approvals, with a focus on enhancing property value and community wellbeing through thoughtful outdoor spaces.
Garden Design
We create bespoke garden designs tailored to lifestyle, architecture, and setting, ranging from compact urban courtyards to expansive country estates. Our approach prioritises functionality, seasonal interest, and low-maintenance solutions, using the 'right plant, right place' principle. Each project incorporates durable materials and sustainable drainage systems, ensuring gardens that are both beautiful and ecologically responsible, while maintaining strong visual connections to surrounding architecture.
Planning Consultancy
Our planning consultancy services support successful development applications through policy-compliant landscape strategies and detailed technical submissions. We prepare Landscape Design and Access Statements, tree surveys, and mitigation plans to address local authority requirements. With extensive experience in conservation areas and listed buildings, we navigate complex planning conditions, ensuring seamless approvals while maintaining design integrity and environmental stewardship.
Public Realm Design
We design vibrant public realm environments that enhance community interaction and urban functionality, including town centres, transport hubs, and civic spaces. Our solutions integrate seating, lighting, and wayfinding elements to create inclusive, accessible environments. By balancing hard and soft landscaping, we address climate resilience while fostering social engagement, ensuring spaces that serve both practical and aesthetic purposes for diverse user groups.
Sustainable Drainage
Our sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) mitigate flood risk while enhancing ecological value through permeable paving, green roofs, and attenuation zones. We design solutions that comply with local authority requirements while integrating seamlessly into landscape aesthetics. By combining water management with biodiversity features like wildflower meadows and tree pits, we create multifunctional spaces that support climate resilience and long-term environmental health.
People
Steven Kingsley
Founder & Principal Designer
Steven Kingsley, founder of Studio Concept, is a Chartered Landscape Architect with over 25 years of experience. He leads all design projects, ensuring a personal, professional service grounded in creativity and technical excellence. His expertise spans private estates, urban regeneration, and award-winning public schemes, with a focus on sustainable, context-sensitive design.
Questions
What types of projects does Concept Landscape Architects handle?
We specialise in residential gardens, commercial developments, urban design, public realm projects, and conservation-focused schemes across the UK.
Are you registered with professional landscape institutions?
Yes, we are Chartered Members of the Landscape Institute (CMLI), reflecting our commitment to industry excellence and professionalism.
How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs?
Sustainability guides every decision, from native planting and permeable surfaces to biodiversity net gain strategies and climate-resilient materials.
Can you assist with planning applications?
Yes, we prepare detailed Landscape Design and Access Statements, tree surveys, and mitigation plans to support successful planning approvals.
Do you work on both private and commercial projects?
We serve both private homeowners and commercial clients, delivering tailored solutions for estates, developers, and public sector organisations.
What areas do you cover?
Based in London, we work across the UK, including Greater London, Hertfordshire, and the Home Counties for private commissions.
