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Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living

Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living

4.9(27 reviews)See reviews ↓·Bournemouth

About the company

Lifestyle Gardens Design & Build Limited, trading as Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living, was established in 2005 and has over 20 years in business. The company has created over 500 gardens, with a team of 30+ members led by lead landscaper Gavin Lee Ellison.

It holds Public Liability Cover of £10,000,000 and is the Regional Partner for SOLA Pergolas. The company is an RHS award winner and won Best Garden Design at the Dorset Business Awards 2023. It serves Poole, Bournemouth, Dorset and Hampshire. Services include garden design, landscaping, pergolas, patios, outdoor kitchens, and decking.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

In Poole, Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living is known for complete garden transformations, from tired plots to newly acquired outdoor spaces. More than one customer describes the knowledge and patience of Gavin and his team, with advice offered throughout the design and build rather than rushed. A point that comes up often is the punctuality shown when poor weather made outdoor work difficult. Reviewers frequently point to decking, including a multi-level Millboard project, aluminium pergolas and full remodelling with planting and structural features. Communication is said to have been handled properly from the first consultation, and ideas suggested improved the original brief.

Tidiness and attention to detail are referenced, together with the courteous manner of the crew on site. Work on a show garden at a national garden festival is credited with helping secure a construction award, an achievement clients cite when describing the team's capability. Finished results are consistently described as having changed how the space is used, with neighbours and friends asking who carried out the work. Those who had approached other landscapers without success single out the design consultation stage, where plans are drawn up and materials discussed, as a particular strength.

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Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living — Customer photo
Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living — Customer photo
Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living — Customer photo
Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living — Customer photo
Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Simone Roth30 July 2026

From our very first meeting with Lifestyle Gardens through to the finished project, the entire experience was exceptional. We wanted to create a premium outdoor living space for our home in Canford Cliffs, and they absolutely exceeded our expectations. The team designed and built a stunning natural stone patio along with a beautiful feature wall that has completely transformed the garden. They also supplied and installed a motorised aluminium pergola, which has created the perfect space for relaxing and entertaining throughout the year. The outdoor kitchen is outstanding, both in terms of quality and practicality, and the sauna has added a real luxury wellness element to our home. The workmanship and attention to detail throughout the project were second to none. Every aspect feels thoughtfully designed and expertly finished, using high-quality materials that really complement our property. The team were professional, reliable, tidy and a pleasure to have on site. Communication was excellent from start to finish, and nothing was ever too much trouble. If you’re looking to create a truly high-end outdoor living space, we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Lifestyle Gardens. They’ve added significant value to our home and created a space we’ll enjoy for many years to come.

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Linda Stephenson22 July 2026

The team installed an aluminium pergola for me. I am really pleased with the job they did. So friendly and professional. Would highly recommend them if you are considering a garden upgrade.

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Dominik Lemann10 July 2026

Our garden was in desperate need of a complete makeover and we're so glad we chose this team. They listened to what we wanted, suggested a few ideas that made the design even better, and the whole project was handled professionally from start to finish. The finished garden has completely changed how we use the space, and we've already had friends asking who did the work. Highly recommended!

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Sophia Lewis9 July 2026

After speaking with several landscape companies, we chose Gavin Lee Ellison and Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living, and it was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made for our home in Sandbanks, Poole. From the very first consultation, Gavin impressed us with his knowledge, professionalism and genuine passion for creating exceptional outdoor spaces. The process began with a detailed design consultation, followed by a stunning garden design that perfectly captured our vision. Once we approved the plans, the entire build was managed seamlessly from start to finish. We were particularly impressed by the company’s experience, industry credibility, award-winning portfolio and the standard of their previous high-end projects. It gave us complete confidence that we were investing in the right team, and they exceeded every expectation. Our finished garden, aptly named ‘The Outdoor Wellness Garden’, has completely transformed the way we use our home. The centrepiece is a beautiful premium aluminium pergola with an integrated outdoor TV, complemented by an outdoor sauna, cold water therapy tub and a stunning outdoor kitchen. Every product was supplied through their sister retail company, Lifestyle Outdoor Living, making the whole experience incredibly straightforward. Having a true one-stop shop for both the design, construction and premium outdoor living products made the project completely stress-free. The attention to detail, craftsmanship and communication throughout the build were exceptional. Every member of the team took real pride in their work, and the quality of the finished garden is second to none. Friends and family are genuinely amazed every time they visit. If you’re looking for a company that can design and build a luxury outdoor living space to the very highest standard, we cannot recommend Gavin Lee Ellison, Lifestyle Gardens & Outdoor Living, and Lifestyle Outdoor Living highly enough. They have created something that not only adds value to our property but has genuinely transformed our lifestyle.

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Philip Winkel17 April 2026

Tried a few companies before and none really got it, then these guys just clicked straight away. The whole build took a few months but it never felt stressful, everything was handled properly and the ideas they brought were honestly next level. The finish is SO clean and detailed, like you can tell they actually care about the work. Garden feels like a dream now, can’t wait for summer!!

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Jürgen Pohle21 March 2026

Gavin and the team completely transformed our garden and the whole process felt smooth from start to finish. Really professional, full of creative ideas, and the attention to detail was so GOOD. We genuinely cannot wait for the warm weather now.

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Adam Jonsson2 March 2026

Honestly we spoke to a few companies before but none of them really got what we wanted, then these guys came in and over the 3 month build just completely changed how our garden feels. The ideas were creative in a way we hadn’t even thought about, and the attention to detail was kinda AMAZING. It feels like a proper dream space now, cant wait for summer to show it off!!

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Contact
+447570020693www.lifestyle-gardens.com82 Wedgwood Dr, Poole BH14 8EX
Working hours
Monday08:00–17:00
Tuesday08:00–17:00
Wednesday08:00–17:00
Thursday08:00–17:00
Friday08:00–17:00
Saturday09:00–13:00
SundayClosed