During the initial visit I look at the site and discuss your requirements, the style of garden you would like, problem areas, your budget and the amount of time you have available for gardening. I will then be able to give you a quotation for the design work or, in the case of larger projects, a quotation for the first stage of the design. An accurate survey of the existing site is needed before any design work can start. I familiarise myself with your garden, noting views, features to be retained, slopes and levels, soil type and prevailing winds.