The Grand Award
Winner: Sarah Eberle FSGD
Project: Garden in Oxfordshire
What the Judges said: "A garden of national importance. The judges felt immensely privileged to see a space that is surely one of the most important gardens in England. Despite its age, it has a confident maturity that reflects the designers' skill and expertise to create such an extraordinary space."
The Judges’ Award
Sponsored by Harrod Horticultural
Winner: Haruko Seki
Project: A Private Patio in Marylebone
What the Judges said: "An ingenious garden that has transformed a vacant parking lot into a beautiful, tranquil space. The designer's dedication to jump over hurdles and achieve this exquisite, highly skilled garden is remarkable. A combination of brilliant design skills with clever use of materials and exquisite planting to create a beautiful tableau. It's a fantastic illustration of what can be achieved in a forgotten space. We can't wait to see what this designer does next!”
The People’s Choice Award
Winner: Colm Joseph
Project: Suffolk Walled Garden
The Lifetime Achievement Award
Sponsored by Alitex
Winner: Dan Pearson OBE FSGD Hon FRIBA RDI
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International Residential Landscapes & Gardens
Sponsored by Nth Degree Clerkenwell
Winner: Peter Berg
Project: Set in Stone
What the Judges said: ''An impressively grandiose rock garden that shows a masterful use of materials. Designed to mirror the geological origins of the rocks, this extraordinary garden feels perfectly balanced in its breath-taking setting and responds beautifully to the architectural style of the house."
Public Realm Landscapes & Gardens
Sponsored by Civic Trees
Winner: McWilliam Studio, Principle Designer Gavin McWilliam MSGD
Project: Hampshire Temple
What the Judges said: "A beautiful garden with balanced planting that softens the austere architectural features of the building. The designer has skillfully created a series of Chakra gardens along the main axis to foster a sense of calm and wellness. The change of atmosphere and energy along the chakra line was very impressive. Altogether a peaceful and spiritual garden.”
Virtual Landscape Design
Sponsored by Landscape Institute
Winner: Moss Studio, Principle Designer Barbara Samitier MSGD
Project: After the Transhumance
What the Judges said: "A very seductive design that conveys the atmosphere of the place beautifully. The design communication is very well considered, and the choice of imagery and graphics clearly captures the spirituality of the project."
Student Design Domestic
Sponsored by Pots & Pithoi
Winner: Bronte Seller
Project: Banklands
College: London College of Garden Design
What the Judges said: "The design is exceptionally strong, with compelling visuals that convey the intended atmosphere and demonstrate a clear progression from masterplan to detailed execution, showcasing a deep understanding of the site and an inspiring vision."
Big Ideas, Small Budget
Sponsored by CED Stone Group
Winner: Lucy Conochie & Jane Heather
Project: Primrose Hill Courtyard
What the Judges said: “A great illustration of how to treat a tiny space. Well considered detailing that harmoniously connects the house to the garden."
UK/International Roof, Podium, or Raised Garden
Sponsored by Deepdale Trees
Winner: Adolfo Harrison MSGD
Project: Florence Street
What the Judges said: "A clever and cunning design that has transformed an awkward space into an impressive garden. The designer has skilfully considered how every level of the house connects to the garden and utilised colour to great effect to create cohesion and atmosphere throughout the seasons. A bold and inventive space."
Planting Design
Sponsored by Modular
Winner: Sarah Eberle FSGD
Project: Garden in Oxfordshire
What the Judges said: "An immensely skillful piece of planting that is exquisite throughout. The refined palette, showcasing 850 species, is testament to the designers' beautiful eye and incredible expertise. Planting of this quality and on such a scale is highly unusual. A world-class garden."
Healing or Learning Landscapes & Gardens
Sponsored by MFL Insurance Group
Winner: McWilliam Studio, Principle Designer Gavin McWilliam MSGD
Project: St Mary’s Peace Garden
What the Judges said: "A really good use of space that has a positive effect on the surrounding area and brings much needed greenery into an otherwise harsh environment. A great asset to the local school. It's the perfect opportunity to get children engaged in nature at an early age."
Built Landscape Design
Sponsored by Renson
Winner: Claire Greener
Project: Folly Garden
What the Judges said: "A very complex and sophisticated piece of design for a steep and challenging site. The designer has anchored the building into the landscape playing with the asymmetrical elements of the architecture in a clever and pleasing way. A balanced combination of hard and soft landscaping throughout has created a beautifully harmonious space."
Student Design Sustainability
Sponsored by Vectorworks
Winner: Holly Knight
Project: Saxon Meadows
College: KLC School of Design
What the Judges said: "This project embraces ephemeral features, adopting a sustainable approach that addresses biodiversity decline and water supply pressures while achieving a harmonious balance between hard and soft elements. The beautifully executed masterplan, supported by evocative visuals and high-quality materials, demonstrates exceptional skill and makes this a compelling and thoughtful submission."
Garden Jewel
Sponsored by Vande Moortel
Winner: Stefano Marinaz Landscape Architecture Principle Designer Stefano Marinaz MSGD
Project: Edgy Woodland Wonderland
What the Judges said: " A quirky, playful garden with a huge personality. This joyous urban space transports you to another world and offers a wonderful immersion with wildlife. The exquisite detailing, well-considered materials and beautifully layered planting adds a poetic feel to a very well-designed site. A great response to climate-change issues too.”
Design for the Environment
Sponsored by Location Landscapes
Winner: Sally Bower
Project: Wildlife Rain Garden
What the Judges said: "A great family garden with good environmental credentials that really nailed the brief. The overall composition and recessive use of hard landscaping materials throughout was particularly pleasing and provided a safe place for children to play."
Medium Residential Landscapes & Gardens
Sponsored by Country Supplies
Winner: Andy Sturgeon FSGD
Project: Isle of Wight Garden
What the Judges said: "An extraordinary garden with lush planting that responds to the location beautifully. An exquisite piece of work with skillful detailing for a very challenging site."
Large Residential Landscapes & Gardens
Sponsored by Stoneworld
Winner: Sarah Eberle FSGD
Project: Garden in Oxfordshire
What the Judges said: "An outstanding piece of work that has created an extraordinary garden with strong environmental credentials. The quality and detailing of the hard landscaping is superb and the exquisite planting shows immense skill. Despite the scale of the site, the garden felt very intimate with beautiful vignettes all the way through. An exceptional garden."
Student Design Public Realm
Sponsored by Creepers Nurseries
Winner: Kate Hyslop
Project: Kent Hall
College: London College of Garden Design
What the Judges said: "The beautifully balanced design combines functional yet immersive spaces, exceptional attention to detail, and evocative visuals that showcase a strong sense of place and a bright future for the designer."
New Designer Landscapes & Gardens
Sponsored by Hillier Nurseries
Winner: Tabitha Rigden
Project: Hestia Garden at The Plough Shiplake
What the Judges said: " A well-designed and considered garden that has made great use of local views, planting and materials to create an impressive public space. A perfect example of how creative thinking and investment has transformed a grey space into a welcoming destination for visitors.”
Small Residential Landscapes & Gardens
Sponsored by Palmstead Nurseries
Winner: Adolfo Harrison MSGD
Project: Cleaver Street
What the Judges said: "A completely delightful garden with a great sense of luxury. Competent use of hard and soft landscaping to create a balanced and immersive feel. A total transformation."