Kentish Maid

Can an architectural graduate move into garden design?

Thanks for your advise Steephill!  

Can an architectural graduate move into garden design?

Hi Daintiness - yes I am currently in Kent.  Thanks for the tip about Capel Manor, I will give them a call.  I am also planning on going to Hadlow College open evening next week - so hopefully i'll find out some mor info then.

Can an architectural graduate move into garden design?

Good advise Muddyfork - will definietly look into governing body. Thanks!

Can an architectural graduate move into garden design?

Thanks Christopher2.  It's good to hear about your personal experience of the profession, the course you took and where you studied.  Will keep you posted!

Can an architectural graduate move into garden design?

Sotongeoff - Thanks for the link.  I just contacted the rhs careers number but unfortunately they no longer give careers advise anymore - they explain that they're website content is sufficient.  Frustrating!!

Can an architectural graduate move into garden design?

Muddyfork thank you for replying. Amongst others I have already looked at the rhs website but it seems I do not fit into a specific study route. I was told by a college that unless I do the BSc in Garden Design I cannot legally be recognised as a Garden Designer.  I feel I already have the skills and experience to design space and would like to find a course that can help build my knowledge and confidence in plants and knowing how to include this into a garden design.  If anyone can recommend a course that would be great!

Can an architectural graduate move into garden design?

Hi,

I am a Part 1 RIBA architecture graduate and I recently helped my mother with some design ideas for redesigning her garden.  The landscape contractors who took on the job mentioned that I had done a very good job in redesiging a difficult space.

This led me to think how much I enjoy nature, creating habitats for wildlife and outdoor spaces.  I am now thinking about a career in garden design but I'm not sure what course would be best for me!   As an architectural graduate I already have skills in CAD, presentation and spatial design but I have very little knowledge of horticulture.  I used to work in marketing too, so I am experienced in business and working with clients.  

Any help, advise or course/college recommendations are very welcome.

Kentish Maid

Can an architectural graduate move into garden design?