Business Details
Award-Winning Garden Design in Suffolk
Thomas Hoblyn Garden Design is an award-winning practice renowned for creating elegant, sustainable landscapes that harmonise with their environment. With a team of skilled designers and landscape architects, we specialise in projects ranging from intimate urban gardens to expansive rural estates. Our approach is rooted in deep ecological understanding, local material sourcing, and a commitment to biodiversity, ensuring gardens that evolve beautifully over time. Based in a 400-year-old barn in Suffolk, we blend traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation, guided by decades of expertise in horticulture and conservation.Recognised through multiple Royal Horticultural Society accolades, we collaborate with clients to craft spaces that reflect their unique vision while fostering connections between people and nature. Our work extends to historic parkland restoration, therapeutic gardens, and pioneering conservation projects that leave lasting legacies for future generations.
Services
Garden Design
Landscaping
Conservation Projects
Therapeutic Gardens
Historic Parkland Restoration
Highlights and features
- Award-winning team with three RHS Gold Medals and multiple Silver Gilt accolades.
- Specialise in sustainable design informed by East Anglia's evolving climate challenges.
- Dedicated to historic preservation and Paragraph 84-compliant new countryside developments.
- Integrate local craftsmanship and materials into every project for authentic results.
- Pioneered therapeutic garden design for Haven House Children's Hospice.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Horticultural Society
- Society of Garden Designers
What people say
Exquisite craftsmanship
Fantastic design
Creative vision
Enthusiastic professionals
Transformative results
Services
Garden Design
Creating bespoke garden designs tailored to clients' lifestyles and site-specific characteristics. We blend artistic vision with ecological knowledge to develop spaces that balance aesthetics, functionality, and biodiversity. Our process includes site analysis, concept development, and material selection, ensuring gardens reflect their unique environment while meeting practical needs.
Conservation Projects
Specialist landscape restoration and rewilding initiatives focusing on biodiversity enhancement. We implement strategic interventions using native plant species and traditional techniques to revive historic woodlands, create wildflower meadows, and restore ecological balance in heritage landscapes across East Anglia and beyond.
Historic Parkland Restoration
Revitalising historic estates and culturally significant landscapes while preserving original design intent. Our expertise includes Paragraph 84-compliant projects for new countryside developments, integrating modern living requirements with traditional elements to maintain architectural and ecological integrity for future generations.
Therapeutic Gardens
Designing purposeful outdoor environments that promote mental and physical wellbeing. These specially crafted spaces incorporate sensory planting, accessible pathways, and calming features to support therapeutic engagement with nature, developed in collaboration with healthcare professionals and charities.
Landscaping
Full-scale landscape implementation combining technical expertise with artistic vision. From initial groundwork to final planting, we execute projects using sustainable practices and locally sourced materials, ensuring seamless integration with architectural surroundings and long-term ecological benefits.
People
Tom Hoblyn
Founder & Lead Designer
RHS award-winning landscape designer with over 20 years' experience. Specialises in blending horticultural expertise with artistic vision for sustainable gardens. Regular speaker at garden design masterclasses and contributor to leading horticultural publications.
Jane Fitzgerald White
Director
Chartered Landscape Institute member with 30+ years' expertise in sustainable design. Specialises in heritage projects and coastal landscapes. Former university lecturer and active mentor to emerging designers within the profession.
Kate Booty
Practice Manager
Overseeing operational efficiency for 15+ years. Manages financial, administrative, and project delivery aspects while ensuring timely execution of complex landscaping commissions across private and public sectors.
Dorota Bak
Landscape Architect
17-year veteran in landscape design with expertise in planting palettes and technical detailing. Combines Polish and UK experience to create practical, aesthetically pleasing spaces that harmonise with architectural contexts.
Trevor
Top Dog
Office mascot since 2018. Specialises in field exploration and muddy water activities while maintaining team morale through regular canine enthusiasm demonstrations.
Questions
What types of garden projects do you specialise in?
We specialise in private gardens, historic parklands, conservation projects, and therapeutic landscapes ranging from urban spaces to expansive rural estates.
How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs?
We prioritise biodiversity, use local materials, implement climate-resilient planting schemes, and integrate ecological principles throughout the design process for long-term sustainability.
Can you work on heritage properties?
Yes, we have extensive experience restoring historic landscapes and delivering Paragraph 84-compliant projects for new countryside developments with heritage sensitivity.
Do you provide ongoing maintenance support?
We offer plant sourcing, propagation services, and collaborate with specialist growers to ensure long-term garden care and development.
How long do typical projects take?
Timelines vary by scale, but we prioritise efficiency without compromising quality, maintaining close collaboration with clients throughout the design and implementation phases.
What awards has your team won?
We have received three RHS Gold Medals, seven Silver Gilt Medals, and the RHS People's Choice Award for innovative garden design excellence.
