GARDEN DESIGN
“ The process within which gardens are designed and built in this magnificent landscape is very different to the south of England – so I want to share everything I have learned over the last 35 years and inspire a new generation .”
London-born Alistair , trained in garden design in Leeds and since graduating has never left the county – working and building his awardwinning landscape design practice in North Yorkshire , which delivers high-spec public and private gardens throughout the UK as well as internationally .
Having spent 12 years teaching landscape and garden design at Leeds Beckett University , while also running his practice – Alistair has a wealth of experience in nurturing the next generation of garden design talent .
“ Building a garden design school which uses practising designers and professionals to deliver its courses was an incredibly important part of the process for me ,” Alistair said .
“ I am delighted to announce that I will be joined by an eminent team of world class design consultants who will work with me to deliver the professional diploma course and a range of short courses to those interested in either building a professional career in garden design , or enthusiasts who just want to learn a little more about the art .
“ Having a team of practising garden designers in the YSGD family , all of whom have experience in creating rich and well-crafted gardens , means that students will get essential practical advice and insight , straight from the horse ’ s mouth , into how to design , communicate and deliver amazing gardens ” said Alistair .
Trevor Nicholson , head gardener at Harewood House said , “ We are absolutely delighted that the Yorkshire School of Garden design will have its base at Harewood House - which we think is a fitting and inspirational venue for a school , which hopes to train the design professionals of the future .
“ Harewood House has a history of nurturing classical landscapers and garden designers with its parklands and gardens , and I incredibly excited to welcome guests and inspire them with Harewood ’ s beautiful landscapes .”
Alistair Baldwin © Eva Nemeth
For further information on the Yorkshire School of Garden Design and all its courses visit https :// ysgd . co . uk /
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