Where Your Outdoor Space Becomes a Work of Art
At Helen Taylor Garden Design, we are passionate about creating bespoke outdoor spaces that bring joy and serenity to our clients. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, our husband-and-wife team, Helen Taylor and Ian Campbell, have built a reputation for delivering exceptional garden design services that cater to the unique needs and preferences of our clients.
Our Story
Established in 1999, our practice is based in Burley in Wharfedale, near Ilkley, and has grown to become a renowned name in the landscape design industry. Our expertise and care to understand our clients' requirements have earned us numerous awards, including the Ilkley Business Awards Micro Business of the Year, 2018, and Houzz Awards for customer service in 2017 and 2018.
Our Services
We offer a range of services to cater to the diverse needs of our clients, from a One Day Sketch Design to a comprehensive Full Service that takes care of every aspect of your garden design project. Our services include:
- Garden Design: We design gardens in a range of styles to suit the individual and the location of the garden.
- Landscape Design: Our landscape design services include the creation of functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces that complement the natural surroundings.
- Plants and Planting: We provide the supply and planting of plants through our sister company, Helen Taylor Plants and Planting.
Our Expertise
With over 25 years of experience in the landscape industry, Helen Taylor and Ian Campbell bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project. Our expertise includes:
- Creative and innovative designs
- Excellent professional service
- A friendly, responsive approach
- Special knowledge of the local area, including the planning system, tree legislation, and soils/microclimate
- Designing sloping gardens given the geography of the local area
- Proven design skills - a large portfolio of gardens designed, built, and planted
- Perennial planting
- Planting for wildlife
Our Team
Helen Taylor, a Registered Member of the Society of Garden Designers, and Ian Campbell, a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute, form the core of our team. With their combined experience and expertise, they provide a unique and personalized approach to garden design.
Testimonial
"My only regret is not engaging Helen Taylor Garden Design earlier: Helen's professional expertise, care to understand what will suit the individual and inclusive and encouraging style are a great combination. The journey from my first contact with Helen to seeing the plot transformed into a garden that is so much more interesting than I ever imagined, has been hugely enjoyable." - Jenny Brierley
Design Excellence and Personalized Service
Professionalism and Expertise
The reviews highlight Helen's exceptional professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail in her garden design services. Her ability to listen to clients' needs and incorporate their ideas into the design process is consistently praised. Her visits to nurseries and on-site meetings demonstrate her commitment to understanding the specific requirements of each project.
Client Satisfaction and Results
The reviews overwhelmingly express clients' delight with the final results, praising the transformation of their outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional, and wildlife-friendly areas. The designers' ability to work with challenging sites, such as sloping gardens, and incorporate clients' preferences into the design is particularly noteworthy.
Collaboration and Communication
Helen's collaborative approach, involving clients in the design process and incorporating their ideas, is widely appreciated. Her communication skills, including providing detailed plans and aftercare advice, are also highly valued.

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