Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Landscape Architecture Solutions
Warnes McGarr is a passionate collective of designers and garden creators dedicated to crafting modern, natural luxury gardens that elevate outdoor living. Our ecological approach ensures environmental stewardship is woven into every project, resulting in landscapes that are as responsible as they are breathtaking. Based in the North West of England, we serve residential and commercial clients throughout the UK with an in-house design and build team, specialist craftsmen, and curated suppliers.We create bespoke elements for every garden, including water features, garden structures, lighting, and furniture, using only the finest plants and sustainable materials. Our team is deeply committed to the environment, ensuring wildlife can flourish alongside us. With awards including Gold at the RHS Tatton Flower Show, we specialise in challenging sites and Paragraph 80E planning approvals, delivering exceptional landscape architecture for super homes in rural settings.
Services
Garden Design
Landscape Architecture
Paragraph 80E Planning
Ecology Services
Outdoor Kitchens
Roof Gardens
Garden Maintenance
Water Features
Planting Schemes
Sustainable Design
Highlights and features
- We have over 5 years of experience in challenging rural landscape design.
- Our team includes chartered landscape architects and ecology specialists.
- We utilise locally sourced, sustainable materials in all projects.
- We achieved planning approval for complex greenbelt developments.
- Our in-house design and build team ensures seamless project delivery.
What people say
Award-winning designs
Exceptional attention to detail
Seamless project management
Biodiversity-focused solutions
Beautiful outdoor spaces
Services
Garden Design
Our garden design service creates bespoke outdoor environments blending aesthetics and functionality. We specialise in transforming small urban retreats to expansive countryside estates, incorporating sustainable materials and native plants. Each design prioritises ecological balance while meeting client preferences for outdoor living, ensuring spaces that promote relaxation and biodiversity.
Landscape Architecture
We deliver comprehensive landscape architecture solutions for residential and commercial properties. Our approach combines innovative design with ecological sensitivity, addressing site-specific challenges while ensuring compliance with planning regulations. Services include masterplanning, hardscaping, and integrating natural elements to create harmonious outdoor environments that enhance property value and usability.
Paragraph 80E Planning
Specialising in Paragraph 80E planning approvals, we navigate complex rural development requirements to secure consent for exceptional quality homes. Our expertise ensures designs meet stringent criteria for architectural merit and environmental integration, particularly in greenbelt and challenging rural sites across the North West and Cheshire regions.
Ecology Services
Our ecology services embed environmental stewardship into every project. We conduct biodiversity assessments and create habitats that support local wildlife, ensuring compliance with conservation regulations. By prioritising native planting schemes and sustainable practices, we deliver landscapes that balance human needs with ecosystem health for long-term ecological benefits.
Outdoor Kitchens
We design and build custom outdoor kitchens that extend living spaces into garden environments. Using durable, weather-resistant materials, our solutions integrate cooking areas, dining spaces, and ambient lighting to create functional entertainment zones. Each design considers workflow efficiency and aesthetic cohesion with the main property for seamless indoor-outdoor transitions.
People
Michael McGarr
Landscape Designer and Ecologist
Michael combines ecological expertise with creative design, specialising in challenging rural projects. He led award-winning schemes at RHS Tatton Flower Show, focusing on biodiversity integration and sustainable materials. His work ensures environmental harmony in every landscape solution.
Jane Bingham
Garden & Landscape Designer
Jane brings over 15 years of experience in residential garden design, creating functional spaces that reflect client lifestyles. She excels in translating architectural visions into cohesive outdoor environments, prioritising seasonal planting schemes and natural material palettes for timeless aesthetic appeal.
Andy Croft
Chartered Landscape Architect
Andy oversees technical design delivery, ensuring compliance with planning regulations and construction standards. His expertise in large-scale projects includes masterplanning complex sites and implementing sustainable drainage systems, combining practical functionality with visual impact across diverse landscapes.
Mark Fiford
Landscape Construction Manager
Mark manages project execution from concept to completion, coordinating in-house teams and specialist contractors. With a focus on precision craftsmanship, he ensures high-quality installation of hardscaping elements, water features, and bespoke garden structures to exact design specifications.
Poppy Pembleton
Marketing Manager
Poppy leads brand strategy and client communications, showcasing Warnes McGarr's portfolio through digital platforms and industry events. She manages client relations and project documentation, ensuring clear information flow between design teams and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Questions
What areas do you provide garden design services in?
We operate nationwide with primary focus areas including Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire, and Merseyside, serving locations like Alderley Edge, Wilmslow, and Chester.
Do you handle both urban and rural projects?
Yes, we specialise in transforming spaces ranging from compact city gardens to expansive rural estates, adapting our approach to each site's unique characteristics and planning requirements.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We prioritise locally sourced materials, native planting schemes, and water conservation features while ensuring biodiversity enhancement through habitat creation and eco-friendly construction practices.
Can you work with existing garden layouts?
Absolutely. We revitalise existing gardens by enhancing layouts, introducing new features, and improving plant compositions to better suit current usage needs and aesthetic preferences.
What is your design process timeline?
Design phases typically complete within weeks, with project duration depending on scale and complexity. We provide fixed-price quotes after design approval to ensure budget clarity.
Do you offer maintenance services?
Yes, we provide post-completion garden maintenance plans including monthly visits to ensure optimal plant health and continued functionality of landscape features.
