Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Garden & Landscape Design Services in Alton
Established in 2001 by Aylwin Nissen, Beyond The Borders delivers imaginative and innovative garden solutions across Hampshire, Surrey, and Cornwall. Our founder combines formal training from the Pickard School of Garden Design with decades of hands-on experience in landscaping, construction, and project management. We specialise in creating harmonious spaces that blend Scandinavian design principles with the natural exuberance of English gardens. Our services range from one-off consultations to full garden design and construction, supported by detailed technical specifications and tailored planting schemes. We prioritise collaboration, offering free initial consultations within a 20-mile radius of Alton to understand client visions and site potential. Our expertise extends to restoration, rejuvenation, and plant cataloguing, ensuring gardens evolve sustainably over time.With a portfolio spanning urban courtyards to country estates, we provide end-to-end project management, working with trusted local contractors while personally overseeing planting and soft landscaping. Client testimonials highlight our integrity, technical mastery, and ability to transform spaces into low-maintenance yet vibrant gardens that thrive across seasons. We are committed to transparency, offering clear pricing structures and ongoing aftercare support to help gardens reach maturity. Our approach balances aesthetics, functionality, and ecological sensitivity, creating spaces that reflect both the landscapes character and the clients vision.
Services
Garden Design
Planting Schemes
Full Garden Design
Construction Monitoring
Plant Sourcing
Specialist Maintenance
Restoration
Rejuvenation
Plant Cataloguing
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer free initial consultations within a 20-mile radius of Alton.
- Our founder has over 20 years of experience in garden design and landscaping.
- We provide end-to-end project management with detailed technical specifications.
- Our planting schemes are tailored to ensure seasonal interest and low maintenance.
- We combine Scandinavian design principles with ecological sustainability.
What people say
Stunning landscape transformation
Top marks for design
Low maintenance yet lush
Collaboration and discovery
Magical place to sit
Services
Garden Design
Our garden design service creates bespoke outdoor spaces tailored to your propertys unique character and your personal preferences. We begin with a detailed site survey and client consultation to understand your vision, budget, and practical needs. The process includes concept plans, scaled drawings, and comprehensive specifications to guide construction, ensuring every element harmonises with the natural environment and architectural features.
Planting Schemes
We develop custom planting schemes that provide year-round interest through carefully selected plant combinations. Our designs balance aesthetic appeal with ecological suitability, including detailed guidance on maintenance and seasonal care. Each scheme is accompanied by a digital plant library with images and care instructions to support long-term garden health.
Restoration & Rejuvenation
This service revitalises neglected gardens through structural improvements and strategic replanting. We assess existing features, recommend conservation plans for mature plants, and implement modern design elements to enhance usability. Our approach preserves historical character while introducing sustainable practices for easier maintenance.
Project Management
We oversee garden construction projects from tendering to completion, managing contractors and quality control. Our service includes contractor selection, budget management, and on-site supervision to ensure designs are implemented accurately. Clients receive regular progress updates and technical support throughout the build phase.
Plant Cataloguing
This service creates a detailed database of all plants within a garden, including scientific names and location mapping. We use a botanic garden-standard system with metal tags and grid references to track specimens. The resulting inventory supports effective maintenance and informed decision-making for future garden development.
People
Aylwin Nissen
Garden Designer
Aylwin Nissen established Beyond The Borders in 2001 after completing a garden design diploma. With experience spanning Denmark, Northumberland, and Cornwall, he combines Scandinavian design principles with English horticultural traditions. His expertise covers hard landscaping, planting design, and project management.
Questions
What areas do you cover for garden design services?
We operate across Hampshire, Surrey, and Cornwall, offering free initial consultations within 20 miles of Alton.
Do you provide full project management for garden builds?
Yes, we offer end-to-end project management including contractor selection, budget oversight, and quality control during construction.
Can you help with existing garden rejuvenation?
We specialise in restoring neglected gardens, combining structural improvements with strategic replanting to enhance both aesthetics and usability.
How do you approach planting design?
Our planting schemes use carefully selected plants to ensure seasonal interest, accompanied by detailed care guides and digital plant libraries.
What aftercare services do you offer?
We provide specialist maintenance and seasonal visits to support garden establishment, including pruning advice and plant health assessments.
