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Espaso Verde is an award-winning landscape design company operated by Charlotte and Jason Pedersen.

They have been operating in Hawke’s Bay for 15 years. 

The whole team is passionate about bringing creative and functional gardens to life with a sense of style and atmosphere while considering the style of architecture and its surrounding environment.  

Charlotte - Senior Designer   

Charlotte is Espaso Verde’s principal designer. Charlotte studied Landscape Design and Construction at the Waikato Institute of Technology based at The Hamilton gardens and holds Dip-Tech Landscape Design and Cert Horticulture, Charlotte has over 20 years of experience in the industry and has designed some stunning gardens throughout Hawke's Bay and NZ.

Much of Charlotte’s inspiration comes from her travels in NZ and worldwide, she combines this backdrop with her love of art, colour and design to create innovative and inspiring settings. Charlotte’s passion for plants and attention to detail forms the base of her elegant style and practical functional approach.

Charlotte comes from a family of talented gardeners and grew up talking green. She has done the hard graft working in the implementation team as well as the mindful design work –  it’s part of the reason why she is so successful in creating gardens for others.

Jason

Jason is Espaso Verde’s Project Estimator. He oversees the installation of the designs and coordinates with the site Project Manager ensuring projects meet the budgets he provides.  

Jason has extensive experience in landscape construction and has developed clever site management skills. 

He has a good knowledge of materials, site works and plants and how they thrive and works well with Charlotte to get the best out of a landscape. He and Charlotte have worked together at Espaso Verde since 2007 and in that time they have combined their skills and knowledge to create beautiful gardens that are giving their clients ongoing pride and much enjoyment for years to come.

Landscape Design

Landscape Design & Development

Developing a design is our speciality, we are led by Charlotte who has an amazing knowledge of garden design and implementation. The design process takes time and involves several stages and meetings. We are able to assist with all or part of the process – depending on your needs and the extent of the design which you require. Our landscape design team at Espaso Verde will work with you to create a well-tailored landscape design that fulfils your residence lifestyle needs.

All landscape designs from a small courtyard or right through to large rural properties are carefully developed by our landscape designers. Our talented and experienced team will implement creative design solutions to tackle even the most challenging projects head-on.  

We consider all aspects of the site and its aspect, then combine this information with your requirements and our knowledge of design, construction, suitable materials, plants and, of course, some creative flare. We then develop a series of plans for your property.

The Design Process

CONCEPT TO CONSTRUCTION

There are seven stages in the design process. These are:

  1. Initial Site Meeting
  2. Site Survey and Information Gathering
  3. Developing the Landscape Concept
  4. Concept to Master Plan Completion
  5. Planting Plan
  6. Construction of the Design 
  7. Project Management

Espaso Verde will always communicate with you throughout each stage. We are flexible in our approach and tailor the process to meet your needs, whether you only require a part of the process or all stages.

Our end goal is to design and/or construct a garden that you will enjoy for many years to come.

Landscape Design Consultation

The on-site consultation is a great way to start the ball rolling on your garden design project. This involves lots of landscape design ideas, quick sketches on site and some written recommendations on plant varieties, landscape styles, and material suggestions.

The goal is to establish a clear picture of your needs by offering high‐level advice and coming up with a plan for your garden construction and design.

This service is charged accordingly, for more information please contact us.

Landscape Construction

We at Espaso Verde specialise in developing design into reality. By offering both services we can take care of everything in-house. We also provide a wide range of services, which include but are not limited to – property care and renovating existing gardens, garden maintenance and plant sourcing.

At Espaso Verde we have a team of dynamic and energetic experts who work together to craft landscapes that are unique and of high quality. There are many skills required to successfully construct a landscape and we provide the knowledge and experience to help you.

We are well-experienced to give you a picturesque landscape that you would be proud to show off. We coordinate the timing and scope of work for each project and all correspondence is taken care of by us while keeping you informed as much as possible.

If you are searching for landscaping construction solutions of high quality in Hawke’s Bay, then give us a call right away. We will make sure that you get unmatched solutions pertaining to your needs.

Property Care

Every garden needs proper care and maintenance even the ones that are designed as “low-maintenance” gardens. Our busy lives leave less time for garden maintenance.

We want your homes to look as smart and stylish on the outside as they do indoors. An attractive outdoor living space is sought after every year, it is recognized as adding value to your lifestyle.

Espaso Verde provides an ongoing garden maintenance service catered to your needs. This can include pest and disease management, fertilisation programmes, pruning and a garden maintenance programme specific to your garden. We also offer this service to existing gardens which we have not designed but that need care and our expertise. So whether you require regular visits or just a tidy-up from time to time, Espaso Verde can help you.    

Plant Sourcing

We provide a plant sourcing service, offering you access to a range of plants which may not be available through retail outlets and they can be delivered to your door at competitive prices. We have a list of plants that will inspire, thrive, perform and deliver in your garden.

If you are looking to find a plant or tree with an instant impact for a focal point or to celebrate an important calendar event, birth, birthday, anniversary or even to remember a loved one then please ask for recommendations.

Selecting the right plant for the local environment and site conditions is essential. The style of the house and landscape also helps to identify the style of planting that will work well within the design. Enquire about our landscape design service for what to plant where.   

Services
Landscape DesignLandscape ConstructionProperty CarePlant SourcingLandscape ArchitectureGarden MaintenanceGarden DesignCommercial Landscaping

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Business details

Category:
Landscape Architects
Business focus:
Residential
Verified ArchiPro member since:
2019
Award winning professional:
12 awards

Awards

2021

Master Landscape Awards, Landscape Design Silver 2021

REGISTERED MASTER LANDSCAPERS

Farm Park Garden

2021
AwardMaster Landscape Awards, Landscape Design Silver 2021
OrganisationREGISTERED MASTER LANDSCAPERS
ProjectFarm Park Garden
View Project
2021

Design - Silver

Registered Master Landsacapes

2021
AwardDesign - Silver
OrganisationRegistered Master Landsacapes

Master Landscape Awards, landscape construction – Silver 2021

Registered Master Landscapers

Coastal Garden

AwardMaster Landscape Awards, landscape construction – Silver 2021
OrganisationRegistered Master Landscapers
ProjectCoastal Garden
View Project
2021

Gold Design

Master Landscape

Farm Park Garden

2021
AwardGold Design
OrganisationMaster Landscape
ProjectFarm Park Garden
View Project
2023

Gold - Construction

Registered Master Landscapers

2023
AwardGold - Construction
OrganisationRegistered Master Landscapers
2023

Registered Master Landscapers Silver Garden Maintenance - 2023

REGISTERED MASTER LANDSCAPERS

Southland Home

2023
AwardRegistered Master Landscapers Silver Garden Maintenance - 2023
OrganisationREGISTERED MASTER LANDSCAPERS
ProjectSouthland Home
View Project
2023

Registered Master Landscapers Bronze Construction - 2023

REGISTERED MASTER LANDSCAPERS

In The Vines

2023
AwardRegistered Master Landscapers Bronze Construction - 2023
OrganisationREGISTERED MASTER LANDSCAPERS
ProjectIn The Vines
View Project
2023

Registered Master Landscapers Silver Construction - 2023

REGISTERED MASTER LANDSCAPERS

Southland Home

2023
AwardRegistered Master Landscapers Silver Construction - 2023
OrganisationREGISTERED MASTER LANDSCAPERS
ProjectSouthland Home
View Project

Reviews about
Espaso Verde

Professional Reviews

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“We have not the slightest hesitation in recommending Espaso Verde for Landscape Design and Construction to anyone after they completely transformed the grounds of our lifestyle property from drab and dysfunctional to ‘Home and Garden’ quality. They are a highly skilled tightly knit team of great people. Hard working, innovative and truly customer focused, they are also some of the nicest people you would wish to welcome onto your property. Attention to detail, putting things right when they do go wrong, and not concluding until the client is happy are all hallmarks of a great operation.”

Russel and Jennifer Kilvington Havelock North