When it comes to a new project, landscapers and garden designers have that unique ability to imagine exactly how their plans will translate into the final result. They are able to hold a picture of the new, completed garden in their heads, whilst developing the plans. This planning phase is not just about fitting in a long list of requirements but also how to deal with the particular idiosyncrasies of a site, such as slopes, access, drainage, shade – to name a few - and not to mention keeping to the budget. The site survey requires great attention to detail ensuring not only that the design works on paper but also provides sufficient information for ordering paving, coping stones, steps, plants, fencing, turf, and all the associated building materials.