We have a holistic approach to plants, design, landscaping and practicality, understanding of the impact of climate change and the importance of biodiversity.
Naomi Schillinger
Naomi is a planting and garden designer and is the author of Veg Street. Having worked as a photographer and ceramicist for many years, she decided to transfer her creative skills to gardening and retrained in garden design at Capel Manor.
Her blog, Out of My Shed, has gained a huge following over the years, packed full of simple how to’s and shared knowledge, and full of wonderful gardens to visit in the uk and further afield.
Laura Arison
Laura is originally from a fine art background, a decision to change career led her to train with the RHS and then The Pickard School of Garden Design. She has won a number of awards for her designs, including Gold medal for her ‘CCLA’s A Summer Retreat’ at RHS Hampton Court Flower Show, Gold Medal and Best in Show for ‘Maggie’s Forest Garden’ RHS Tatton Flower Show and Silver Gilt Award for ‘CCLA’s A Family Garden RHS Chatsworth.
Conor Chignoli
Conor is another member of our friendly design and gardening team. He comes from an arts and graphic design background and has a great working knowledge of 3D design. He is also is a practising fine artist, as well as being a part-time tattoo artist. Conor is currently studying for his RHS level 2.
Gavin Smith
Gavin is a very knowledgable lighting designer with decades of theatre and corporate installation experience. He works closely with our clients to maximise the pleasure of their outdoor spaces with both contemporary and period lighting.
Justine Berthault
Justine is a another member of the design team with great 3D design skills. Her background is in theatre design and prop making and she has fantastic visualisation for 3D projects.
Ed Allnutt
Ed is a gardener with strong wildlife interests, with a background in research and teaching. As a trustee of a volunteer and park’s group, Ed is an advocate for conservation and wildlife. Having worked in horticulture for over five years, he’s a very welcome addition to our garden maintenance and planting team