Why Choose J&S Scapes for Your Garden Design & Build Project?
When it comes to transforming your outdoor space, there are lots of options. But there are a few key considerations that make a real difference when choosing the right company.
At J&S Scapes, everything we do is built around a few core principles: design and build, award-winning work, APL accreditation, and being a well-established landscaping company.
Design and Build
At J&S Scapes, we may be slightly biased, but we believe a design and build approach is always the best option.
You can hire a garden designer to create the plans.
You can hire a landscaper to bring that vision to life.
Or you can work with a garden design and build company that manages the entire process from start to finish.
From design through to build - everything is considered.
A more streamlined process
Coordinating between a designer and a landscaper can add complexity and potential delays to your project.
With a design and build company, you have a single supplier - making the whole experience smoother and less stressful.
A cohesive vision
When the same team is responsible for both the design and the build, the final result is far more cohesive.
The on-site landscapers are used to working directly from the designer’s plans, ensuring the original vision is delivered properly.
From design through to build - everything is considered.
Clear accountability
If any issues arise during the build process, you have one company fully accountable for resolving them.
No crossed wires, no confusion - just a team responsible for the outcome.
From design through to build - everything is considered.
Award-Winning Landscapers
We are proud to be consistent award-winning landscapers, recognised across the industry for the quality of our work.
From a Chelsea Gold Medal in 2011 to multiple BALI Awards, alongside numerous APL Awards, J&S Scapes has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality garden design and landscaping projects. You can view a selection of our recent projects in our portfolio.
Our most recent success came in March 2026, where we were awarded Best in Category for a residential project valued between £65,000–£80,000.
APL Accredited Landscaping Company
J&S Scapes is an APL accredited landscaping company, part of the Association of Professional Landscapers.
The APL is a respected trade body representing landscapers and garden designers who meet strict standards of quality and professionalism.
Membership isn’t a one-off achievement.
Companies are subject to ongoing assessments and audits, ensuring their work continues to meet industry standards.
The APL Awards are a key annual event where the industry comes together to recognise the highest standards in landscaping.
As a members-only entry, they represent the very best in the industry.
For our clients, this provides reassurance that your project is being delivered by a trusted, recognised landscaping company.
Established Landscaping Company Since 1993
J&S Scapes has been established since 1993 and has offered in-house garden design since 2017.
Since then, well over 300 clients have had a garden designed and built by our team.
By building a strong reputation over time, recommendations remain our main source of new business.
We are also proud to employ a skilled and experienced team of landscapers, many of whom have worked with us for years.
Our team shares a consistent approach - delivering high-quality landscaping in a professional, collaborative and reliable way.
If you’re exploring ideas, you can also read more about how we approach specific challenges, such as designing a sloped garden or incorporating water features into your garden design. [insert link to water feature blog here when live]
Creating Gardens That Work
A well-designed garden isn’t just about how it looks.
It’s about how the space works and how it’s used.
Whether it’s somewhere to relax, entertain, or spend time with family, the best gardens are designed with purpose from the start.
Start Your Garden Transformation
If you’re considering a garden design and build project and want to work with an experienced, award-winning landscaping company, we’d be happy to help.
Get in touch to start the conversation.
