Planning & Landscape Consultancy

Navigating the planning process requires technical expertise, strategic thinking and a thorough understanding of national and local planning policy.

At The Hortisan, we provide specialist landscape consultancy to support residential, commercial and mixed-use developments through every stage of the planning process. Working alongside architects, developers and planning consultants, we prepare high-quality landscape information that satisfies planning authorities while enhancing the overall quality of each scheme.

From planning applications and reserved matters to the discharge of planning conditions, our experienced team delivers practical, policy-compliant solutions that help projects progress efficiently and successfully.

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Expert Planning Support

Our consultancy services cover every aspect of landscape planning, including Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIAs), landscape masterplans, hard and soft landscape proposals, planting plans, landscape management plans and the discharge of landscape planning conditions.

We also provide biodiversity enhancement strategies, green infrastructure design, SANG, public realm proposals and landscape advice to support planning appeals and development promotion.

Every submission is carefully prepared to meet local authority requirements while delivering landscapes that are practical, sustainable and visually exceptional.

By combining technical knowledge with creative landscape architecture, we help clients navigate complex planning requirements with confidence, ensuring developments achieve planning approval while creating lasting environmental and social value.

Meet the Team

  • Nima Staniewick

    SENIOR LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

    Driven by a lifelong passion for exceptional landscapes, our founder established The Hortisan to create gardens that are as beautiful as they are meaningful.

    Combining creative design with ecological expertise, Nima believes every outdoor space should enrich the lives of those who experience it while enhancing biodiversity for generations to come.

  • Emmett Marsh

    HORTICULTURAL TECHNICIAN

    Emmett brings expert plant knowledge and a meticulous eye for detail to every project. Passionate about creating healthy, resilient landscapes, she personally ensures each planting scheme is established and maintained to the highest standards.

    Her expertise helps every landscape mature beautifully and thrive through the seasons.

  • Karl Holland

    OPERATIONS MANAGER

    With over 15 years of experience leading landscaping teams, our Operations Manager ensures every project is delivered with precision, efficiency and exceptional craftsmanship.

    From coordinating our skilled teams on site to maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety, Karl’s practical expertise, leadership and commitment to excellence ensure every garden is completed to the standard our clients expect from The Hortisan.

  • Eleanor Parks

    MARKETING DIRECTOR

    Eleanor is passionate about sharing the stories behind exceptional landscapes.

    Combining creativity with strategic insight, she gracefully showcases our work through compelling content and inspiring campaigns that connect with clients who value beautiful, nature-led design. Her vision ensures every project reflects the quality, craftsmanship and environmental values that define our brand.

  • "Their attention to detail and commitment" to quality truly stood out. We’ve already recommended them to others.

    — James Merton

  • "Creative, reliable, and genuinely passionate about what they do."

    — Fiona Whittle

  • "A professional team that delivers on their promises."

    — Monica Chambers

  • "Every detail was thoughtfully executed. We're thrilled with the outcome."

    — Christopher Francis

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Tell us a little about your plans. We will respond personally to arrange a thoughtful, no-obligation discussion.

Alternatively send your project details over to concierge@thehortisan.com and we will get back to you within 2 working days.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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