Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Landscape Architecture Services in Petersfield
Established in 1985, The terra firma Consultancy is a leading firm of Chartered Landscape Architects with a global reputation for excellence. Our expertise spans landscape design, planning, and assessment across diverse sectors including corporate, residential, heritage, and infrastructure projects. With a 40-year track record, we deliver sustainable, innovative solutions tailored to each project's unique context. Our team of 14 professionals, including five Chartered Landscape Architects, combines technical proficiency with a deep commitment to enhancing environmental quality. We hold ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accreditations, reflecting our dedication to quality and environmental management.Our work has earned multiple industry awards, including Pro Landscaper Business Awards and RIBA accolades. Based in Petersfield within the South Downs National Park, we maintain a personal touch while operating internationally. Our collaborative approach integrates specialists in arboriculture, ecology, and engineering to ensure holistic project outcomes. We prioritise long-term client relationships, evidenced by our 20-year leadership continuity and ongoing partnerships with public and private sector clients. Our commitment to professional standards is demonstrated through our Landscape Institute Registered Practice status and Investors in People certification.
Services
Landscape Design
Strategic Masterplanning
Heritage Schemes
Public Realm Design
Residential Development
Corporate Landscaping
Sustainable Solutions
Urban Streetscapes
Ecological Assessment
Project Delivery
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of global landscape architecture expertise
- Our ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accreditations ensure quality standards
- Award-winning practice with RIBA and Pro Landscaper recognition
- Collaborative approach integrating multidisciplinary specialists
- Personal service from our Petersfield-based team with international reach
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- Landscape Institute
Services
Landscape Design Consultancy
Our landscape design consultancy delivers tailored solutions from concept to completion, integrating environmental considerations with functional requirements. We create spaces that enhance user experience while maintaining ecological balance. Our approach combines technical expertise with creative vision to address each project's unique challenges.
Strategic Landscape Masterplanning
We develop comprehensive landscape masterplans that guide long-term development while preserving environmental integrity. Our strategic approach considers urban connectivity, biodiversity, and community needs. This service ensures cohesive development across large-scale projects in both public and private sectors.
Heritage Landscape Projects
Specialising in heritage landscapes, we restore and enhance historic environments while maintaining their cultural significance. Our work combines traditional techniques with modern sustainability practices. We collaborate with conservation experts to ensure sensitive interventions that respect historical context.
Public Realm Design
We create vibrant public spaces that foster community engagement and improve urban environments. Our designs prioritise accessibility, sustainability, and aesthetic quality. This service addresses streetscapes, plazas, and parks to enhance civic spaces for diverse user groups.
Residential Development Landscaping
Our residential landscaping services enhance property value and livability through thoughtful outdoor space design. We balance private amenity with environmental considerations across housing schemes of all scales. This includes private gardens, communal spaces, and sustainable drainage solutions.
People
Robyn Butcher
Director and Principal Landscape Architect
With extensive experience in landscape architecture, Robyn leads design teams delivering award-winning projects across the UK and internationally. Her expertise spans urban regeneration and sustainable design.
Alison Galbraith
Director and Principal Landscape Architect
Alison brings significant leadership experience to strategic projects, focusing on complex urban environments and multidisciplinary collaboration. She has particular expertise in public realm schemes.
Martin Hird
Associate and Chartered Landscape Architect
Martin specialises in detailed design implementation, ensuring technical excellence across projects from concept to delivery. His work focuses on residential and commercial developments.
Alex Strudwick
Senior Chartered Landscape Architect
Alex manages large-scale projects requiring integrated landscape planning and ecological considerations. His expertise includes masterplanning for mixed-use developments.
Tom Jenner
Operations Manager
Tom oversees project delivery coordination, ensuring efficient implementation of landscape designs across multiple sectors including infrastructure and public realm.
Questions
What services does The terra firma Consultancy offer?
We provide comprehensive landscape architecture services including design, planning, assessment, and project delivery across corporate, residential, heritage, and infrastructure sectors globally.
How long has the company been in business?
The terra firma Consultancy has been operating since 1985, with a proven 40-year track record of award-winning projects worldwide.
Are you accredited by professional bodies?
Yes, we are a Landscape Institute Registered Practice with ISO 9001 (quality) and ISO 14001 (environmental) certifications since 2018.
What sectors do you specialise in?
Our expertise spans corporate, commercial, residential, heritage, infrastructure, education, healthcare, leisure, and public realm projects across the UK and internationally.
How do you ensure project quality?
We maintain ISO-certified quality management systems and collaborate with specialists in ecology, engineering, and arboriculture to deliver holistic, sustainable solutions.
Where are you based?
Our headquarters are in Petersfield, Hampshire within the South Downs National Park, though we operate on projects globally.
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