Husband and wife team, Helen Taylor and Ian Campbell will guide you through what can be a very exciting and enjoyable, creative experience. Helen Taylor Garden Design provides professional garden and landscape design services for domestic and commercial clients as either a Full Service (from the initial meeting to through to completion) or a One Day Sketch Design.
Through our sister company, Helen Taylor Plants and Planting, we provide the supply and planting of plants. The practice, based in Burley in Wharfedale near Ilkley, was established in 1999 by Helen Taylor (Registered Member of the Society of Garden Designers). She runs the business with her husband Ian Campbell (Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute).
Project areas are mainly Ilkley, Skipton, Harrogate, North Leeds and York. We are very happy to consider garden commissions throughout the UK - we have designed gardens in London, Scotland and even Belgium. We have received several awards, not only for design, but for customer service and business skills - most recently the Ilkley Business Awards Micro Business of the Year, 2018 as well as Houzz Awards for customer service 2017 and 2018.
Through our sister company, Helen Taylor Plants and Planting, we provide the supply and planting of plants. The practice, based in Burley in Wharfedale near Ilkley, was established in 1999 by Helen Taylor (Registered Member of the Society of Garden Designers). She runs the business with her husband Ian Campbell (Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute).
Project areas are mainly Ilkley, Skipton, Harrogate, North Leeds and York. We are very happy to consider garden commissions throughout the UK - we have designed gardens in London, Scotland and even Belgium. We have received several awards, not only for design, but for customer service and business skills - most recently the Ilkley Business Awards Micro Business of the Year, 2018 as well as Houzz Awards for customer service 2017 and 2018.
Services
We design gardens in a range of styles to suit the individual and the location of the garden. Detailed drawings - includes construction detailing, detailed planting plans and specifications. We offer this sketch design service for clients who need help pulling their own ideas together, those who don't even know where to start or who might need a quick turnaround.
Reviews (10)
John Mclaren
Jun 22, 2021
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Tricia Kapur
Jan 21, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
I used the one day sketch design service and have been delighted with the process and the outcome. I loved Helen's ideas and was impressed by how she worked with me to evolve her initial design ideas to take account of my preferences and come up with a final design which exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much.
I used the one day sketch design service and have been delighted with the process and the outcome. I loved Helen's ideas and was impressed by how she worked with me to evolve her initial design ideas to take account of my preferences and come up with a final design which exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much.
Dan Riley
Nov 26, 2020
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Positive: Quality, Responsiveness
Helen took time to understand our requirements and worked up several different alternative designs. Although professional, she has a very relaxed approach with clients and our meetings were always very friendly and productive. The garden is exactly what we wanted, it looks great
Helen took time to understand our requirements and worked up several different alternative designs. Although professional, she has a very relaxed approach with clients and our meetings were always very friendly and productive. The garden is exactly what we wanted, it looks great
Marcus Powell
Oct 13, 2020
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" I have worked with Helen for the last 18 months redesigning the two gardens of my recently deceased parents home. The project was sensitive given the circumstances and my complete gardening inexperience.
From the start Helen moved alongside me, listened attentively to my intial brief and tested my appetite for suggestions that would introduce new and exciting ideas to the end result. Helen built my confidence, constantly adjusting her design as I fed back to her so together I felt we achieved a superb end result.
I was not able to devote much time to engage contractors to complete the build
From the start Helen moved alongside me, listened attentively to my intial brief and tested my appetite for suggestions that would introduce new and exciting ideas to the end result. Helen built my confidence, constantly adjusting her design as I fed back to her so together I felt we achieved a superb end result.
I was not able to devote much time to engage contractors to complete the build
April Scholey
Sep 18, 2020
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My Husband and I couldn't be happier with our outdoor space now. We are limited with space but Helen helped us make the most of it! She works with every budget and helps fulfil the potential of any space. She gave us great ideas for plants that worked well with our light and soil type. Such a lovely lady, as well as being extremely knowledgeable in her field.
Eamon Hannaway
May 05, 2020
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I wanted to convert my back garden to incorporate a single floor extension and a courtyard garden in the other half.
Helen visited for a garden planning day and produced a very stylish design, which I has completely transformed the space. It's a great feeling every time I look at the garden through extension bifold doors - the icing on the cake of this development, which in all respects has exceeded my expectations.
I've found Helen very helpful and a pleasure to work with - both at the time of planning and since.
Helen visited for a garden planning day and produced a very stylish design, which I has completely transformed the space. It's a great feeling every time I look at the garden through extension bifold doors - the icing on the cake of this development, which in all respects has exceeded my expectations.
I've found Helen very helpful and a pleasure to work with - both at the time of planning and since.
MajorTom
Jun 28, 2019
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I contacted Helen when I had finally decided to go ahead with redesigning my rear garden. Helen visited me and I was impressed with both her professional knowledge and relaxed approach whilst discussing her ideas. I am pleased to say that Helen listened to my ideas and made a number of suggestions which really did link everything together. She provided me with a detailed sketch of a possible plan which also included many ideas for new plant etc. I am extremely happy to recommend Helen and can guarantee that she will provide a first class service. Many thanks.
Jayne Hawkes
Jun 22, 2019
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We moved into a new build property a year ago faced with a dilemma about how to transform our small back garden. The area was neither flat nor steep; an unattractive uneven gradient filled with a mountain of weeds with the added complication of being shaded by trees. We turned to Helen for help ... and what a transformation. From our very first meeting Helen understood what we wanted to achieve, the difficulties with the land, our vision to create a garden that would look superb for years to come but within our budget. Helen invited us to see other gardens she has designed in the local area, which
Chris McDevitt
Sep 09, 2018
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Helen designed a patio onto a slope for us divided into three separate zones - formal, viewpoint and as a kitchen extension. All three areas work very well and have done exactly what we wanted. We are really enjoying the sequence of flowering effects that Helen planned into the three areas and looking forward to seeing what will flower into the autumn. As a beekeeper I am particularly happy with the pollinator plantings in the kitchen area and have enjoyed watching the bees while I eat my own breakfast. Thanks again Helen
Shelley Creswick
Sep 25, 2016
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We decided that our drive and back garden needed an overhaul so thought it would be a good idea to get a garden designer on board. We chose Helen as she was local and came with good recommendations. She is efficient and understands the clients needs and style.
After the area was extensively measured, Helen came back with 3 different designs and we were instantly drawn to one. Helen can arrange for landscapers however we used our own and they used Helens plans which were brilliant and easy to follow.
Now it has all been completed we are over the moon with the finished article. We get so many compliments
After the area was extensively measured, Helen came back with 3 different designs and we were instantly drawn to one. Helen can arrange for landscapers however we used our own and they used Helens plans which were brilliant and easy to follow.
Now it has all been completed we are over the moon with the finished article. We get so many compliments