Introduction to Garden Design for Urban Enviroments
About This Event
Introduction to Garden Design for Urban Enviroments is a full-day, practical workshop intended to teach basic garden design principles. This workshop will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Calthorpe Community Garden in London.
What to Expect
- Learn basic garden design principles for urban environments.
- Understand how successful gardens are planned, designed, and brought to life.
- Explore environmentally responsible and sustainable design practices.
- Combine classroom-based learning with practical observation and discussion in an award-winning community garden.
- The session is led by Charlie, an experienced horticulture teacher.
Who Should Attend
This workshop is ideal for anyone planning their own garden, considering a career in garden design, or simply interested in understanding the design process to transform urban outdoor spaces.
Practical Information
The workshop is 7 hours long. Attendees are encouraged to bring a notebook and pencil. Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event.
Programme
This workshop will cover:
- The challenges of designing for small urban environments
- Developing initial concepts and garden themes
- Site analysis and preparing a space for development
- Drawing simple garden plans to scale
- Core principles of effective garden design
- Sustainability and reducing environmental impact through thoughtful design
Topics
Sep
26
– 26
September 26–26, 2026
Location
Calthorpe Community Garden
258-274 Grays Inn Rd
London, WC1X 8LH · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Organizer
Calthorpe Community GardenHadaa · AI Design
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