Martin Watt Gardens

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36 Years

experience

Your Trusted Garden Design Partner in Central Scotland

Martin Watt Gardens has been crafting tailored outdoor spaces since 1990, combining over 30 years of expertise with a client-centric approach. Our services span garden design, landscape architecture, and comprehensive build solutions, ensuring each project harmonises with the property's character and the client's vision. We prioritise cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and precision, offering fixed fees and accurate cost estimates to deliver value-driven results.

Our one-stop-shop model connects clients with trusted contractors, streamlining the process from concept to completion. With a deep commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, we create enduring, functional gardens that enhance property value and client satisfaction.

Services

Garden Design Landscape Architecture Outdoor Space Planning Garden Master Plans Garden Drainage Solutions Garden Lighting Design Garden Renovation Garden Construction Irrigation Systems Sustainable Landscaping

Details

Year established: 1990

Highlights and features

We offer over 30 years of experience in garden design.
Our service is guaranteed to save clients money through a thorough design process.
We provide a one-stop shop for all design and build needs.
Fixed fees ensure transparency and budget adherence.
Accurate cost estimates help clients plan effectively.

What people say

Great customer service Creative ideas Affordable fixed fees Accurate cost estimates Professional and trustworthy

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Services

Garden Design

Martin Watt Gardens specialises in creating bespoke garden designs that balance aesthetics, functionality, and budget. Our process begins with a detailed consultation to understand client needs, followed by hand-crafted sketches and precise construction drawings. With over 30 years of experience, we ensure every design maximises space, complements architectural style, and incorporates sustainable practices. Clients benefit from fixed fees, accurate cost projections, and access to trusted contractors for seamless project execution.

Outdoor Space Planning

Our outdoor space planning service focuses on transforming gardens of all sizes into practical, visually appealing areas. We assess site conditions, client lifestyles, and budget constraints to develop master plans that integrate features like terraces, drainage solutions, and multi-functional zones. By prioritising efficient layouts and durable materials, we ensure spaces are both beautiful and easy to maintain, adding long-term value to properties across Central Scotland.

Garden Drainage Solutions

Effective drainage is critical to garden longevity, and our expertise ensures water management challenges are resolved sustainably. We design tailored solutions, including attenuation systems and riverbank stabilisation, to prevent flooding and soil erosion. Our approach combines technical precision with environmental awareness, protecting landscapes while enhancing usability. Clients receive detailed plans that contractors can implement efficiently, minimising disruptions and long-term maintenance costs.

Garden Construction

From concept to completion, we oversee garden construction projects with meticulous attention to detail. Our services include coordinating contractors, managing timelines, and ensuring adherence to design specifications. Whether building terraces, installing irrigation, or constructing bespoke features, we prioritise quality craftsmanship and budget compliance. Clients benefit from our extensive network of trusted professionals, ensuring reliable execution and a stress-free experience.

Sustainable Landscaping

Sustainability underpins every project, with designs that minimise environmental impact and promote biodiversity. We incorporate native plants, permeable materials, and energy-efficient solutions like solar-powered lighting. Our expertise extends to creating wildlife habitats and managing stormwater sustainably, ensuring gardens thrive ecologically. Clients enjoy spaces that are not only beautiful but also aligned with modern environmental standards, enhancing both property value and ecological stewardship.

People

Martin Watt

Owner/Garden Designer

Martin Watt, a qualified Landscape Architect with over 30 years of experience, established his business in 1990 after working in local authorities and private practices. His client-focused approach and technical expertise ensure tailored garden designs that balance creativity, functionality, and budget. Martin's commitment to sustainability and detailed cost planning has earned him a reputation for reliability and innovation, with most work coming from client recommendations.

Questions

What areas do you cover?

We operate across Central Scotland, including Edinburgh, West Lothian, Fife, Glasgow, and Lanarkshire, delivering tailored garden designs to residential and commercial clients.

How do you involve clients in the design process?

We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your vision, budget, and lifestyle needs, followed by collaborative sketching and revisions to ensure the design aligns with your expectations.

Do you handle planning permissions?

Yes, we can manage planning applications and building warrants, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met for your garden project.

What makes your service unique?

Our combination of 30+ years of experience, fixed fees, and a one-stop-shop approach with trusted contractors ensures cost-effective, stress-free results tailored to your needs.

How do you ensure projects stay within budget?

We provide accurate cost estimates upfront and design to your budget, avoiding unnecessary expenses while maintaining quality and functionality.

Reviews (6)

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Karen Jamieson

Oct 31, 2021 Report

We asked Martin to come and design our garden as the space is rather a weird shape and we had no idea how to make it work for us and our needs. Martin was great at being able to to take our ideas and put them into a design that not only works for us but will make us want to spend time in the garden. Martin spent 4 hours with us drawing and measuring the garden then helping us decide what we wanted and how to make it workable.
Martin was recommended to us. He was very professional and I would highly recommend him.

Peter Eyles

Jul 09, 2021 Report

Martin came highly recommend by a number of our neighbours and we can see why. We had some basic ideas of how we wanted our back garden to look to become more manageable and practical for our 3 children. Being a new build there was also the question of poor drainage and that the garden had naturally settled into a sloped area on one side.
Martin spent a good few hours in the garden listening and asking specific questions which allowed him to pull together a plan that was beyond our expectations. He went through a number of options and their positives and negatives (such as decking vs tiles) which

Karen Gaunt

Aug 03, 2020 Report

We contacted Martin after reading the positive reviews. We had just moved into a new build and had no idea what to do with our garden!
Martin took time to chat with us about how we wanted to use the garden. He suggested so many options we hadn't considered and his ideas were spot on. The plans arrived shortly after our meeting. We used Goodman's Landscaping and were delighted with the end result! The garden is low maintenance and always looks tidy with little effort. The service offered is invaluable and well worth investing in. So much so that we will shortly be contacting Martin again

John Swan

Apr 04, 2020 Report

Martin has just supplied a wonderful design to give our small, very overgrown garden a complete makeover. In addition he has come up with a design to improve the look of the front of our house by adding additional planting areas to our drive. He took into account exactly what we were looking for from the garden including ease of maintenance and… how we planned to use the garden in future. He discussed potential materials and how these would fit in to the design. We had thought that having a designer draw up a plan for our garden was out of our price range but we were pleasantly surprised

Gaynor Kelly

Aug 27, 2018 Report

We used Martin after he was recommended by the landscape gardener, due to the structural changes that were required for our garden. Our garden consisted of 5 levels (mostly decking). We wanted it all removed and put back to 2 levels with patio/turf instead. Not only did he come up with a solid plan to do that, he came up with ideas we would never have thought of, managed to do it within a tight budget and his ideas will utilise the space so much better. The plan looks fantastic, everything has a function and it actually makes the garden look bigger. We cannot wait to see it come to life when work

Cheryl Thomas

Jun 22, 2017 Report

Martin was recommended to me by the company I had chosen to do my garden makeover. Well, I am so pleased I took their advice and contacted him. Martin is very professional, extremely knowledgeable, he listened to my thoughts for the makeover and came up with an outline design. Throughout the process, Martin advised me what would work within my budget, issues that I would not have thought of and provided solutions. The initial consultation took 3 hours and we had an draft design for the garden. I received the colour design, very impressed, along with the design, Martin had included tips, suggestions