b"N E W V E N T U R ETHE BIRTH OFTHE STUDIOMy very understanding wife loved the continuedsuccess and growth of The Garden DesignCompany, but grew increasingly conflicted as morepeople emerged from our office (aka our diningroom) and the fridge perpetually ran out of milk.So when a retail space in the High Street came upfor sale, she was thrilled at the prospect ofreclaiming the dining room. I was rather keen onthe idea myself.The purchase was completed in eight weeks andwe opened just six weeks later, havingprofessionally designed the space to house adedicated design studio with a boutique gardenshop at the front.The walls and shelves are clad with samples of thepaving and decking we use in our projects. Wethen sourced UK grown houseplants, instantgarden plants and garden accessories that yousimply cannot find in mainstream garden centres.We carefully minimise plastic, favour localsuppliers, and keep imported stock to a minimum.Within weeks we became approved stockists of thegorgeous Niwaki tools range and the home andgarden collection from Nkuku. Christmas brought a stunning array of garden gifts,bulbs, bonsais and everything needed to make awreath.Meanwhile, the design studio has attractedsignificant numbers of enquiries, with clientsthrilled at the novelty of talking face to face withour award-winning design and build team.We do hope you can find time to pop in and savourthe unique atmosphere we've created.2"