Business Details
33 Years
experience
Expert Landscape Architectural Services
Established in 1993, Bronwen Thomas Landscape Architect is a well-established independent practice based in South Wales. With over 30 years of experience as a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute, the practice specialises in landscape design, environmental planning, and hand-drawn landscape illustrations. Our work spans public and private sectors across Wales and South West England, delivering tailored solutions that balance heritage conservation with modern functional needs. We provide end-to-end services from initial site surveys to contract administration, combining technical expertise with artistic vision to create sustainable outdoor spaces. Our approach prioritises personal attention to every project, ensuring designs respect local character while meeting client aspirations.We have extensive experience in historic landscape restoration, urban regeneration, and countryside recreation projects, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and local communities. Our portfolio includes award-winning projects for the National Trust, local authorities, and private landowners, demonstrating our commitment to enhancing both natural and built environments. The practice maintains rigorous professional standards through continuous engagement with evolving planning policies and environmental best practices.
Services
Landscape Design
Environmental Planning
Landscape Illustration
Historic Restoration
Visual Impact Assessment
Community Consultation
Master Planning
Heritage Interpretation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of landscape architecture experience in Wales and South West England
- Chartered professional with multidisciplinary collaboration expertise
- Specialist in historic landscape restoration and conservation
- Personalised approach to every project and client
- Proven track record with National Trust and local authority projects
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute
Services
Landscape Design
Creating functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments through comprehensive design solutions. Specialising in private gardens, public parks, and commercial landscapes, we combine ecological principles with artistic vision. Our process includes site analysis, concept development, and detailed construction documentation tailored to each location's unique characteristics.
Environmental Planning
Developing evidence-based planning strategies that balance development needs with environmental protection. Services include Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA), LANDMAP character analysis, and conservation management plans. We advise on designated landscapes including National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ensuring compliance with planning policies while maintaining ecological integrity.
Landscape Illustration
Producing hand-drawn illustrations and maps that effectively communicate landscape concepts. Using traditional techniques combined with digital enhancement, we create visualisations for interpretation panels, planning applications, and heritage projects. Our bird's-eye views and technical drawings help stakeholders understand proposed changes and historical contexts through engaging visual storytelling.
Historic Restoration
Specialising in the restoration of historic landscapes through detailed research and sensitive design interventions. We prepare conservation management plans for Grade I and II listed estates, working with archival records and on-site evidence to reinstate original features while accommodating modern usage requirements. Our approach preserves cultural significance while ensuring long-term sustainability.
Community Consultation
Facilitating meaningful community involvement in landscape projects through structured consultation processes. We employ workshops, public meetings, and visual aids to gather local knowledge and incorporate community aspirations into design solutions. This collaborative approach ensures developments meet both planning requirements and local needs, particularly for public realm and conservation projects.
People
Bronwen Thomas
Landscape Architect
With over 30 years of experience, Bronwen is a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute specialising in environmental design and historic landscape conservation. She leads all projects personally, combining technical expertise with artistic vision to deliver sustainable solutions across Wales and South West England.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We provide services throughout Wales and South West England, with our South Wales base enabling effective project management across these regions.
What qualifications do you hold?
As a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute, I maintain the highest professional standards in landscape architecture practice.
Can you handle historic landscape projects?
Yes, with extensive experience in heritage sites including National Trust properties and listed landscapes dating back to the 18th century.
Do you offer illustration services?
We provide hand-drawn landscape illustrations and maps that combine artistic quality with technical accuracy for planning and interpretation purposes.
How do you approach environmental planning?
Our environmental planning integrates LANDMAP assessments, community consultation, and sustainable development principles to create balanced landscape strategies.
