Riaan Maritz established the  The Garden Company in 2006 . Combining skills gained through experience in three diverse industries with his passion for design and his long-held personal interest in gardening, Riaan has turned a one-man start-up into an innovative garden landscaping company, currently employing a team of seven. Skills & Experience Riaan has a unique set off skills that complement his design flair and horticultural knowledge. Having worked as a project manager in both the retail design and construction industry, he has the skills to efficiently manage your landscaping project – bringing it in on time and to budget. His IT knowledge – gained as the owner of an IT company in a former life - are also invaluable in creating 3D computer-generated perspectives, allowing clients a realistic view of all potential designs. Riaan’s gardening knowledge, largely learnt through years of first-hand gardening experience, is now also being formalised as he completed the theory studies of horticulture through UNISA. Inspiration and design philosophy Riaan subscribes to the philosophy of the renowned garden designer, John Brookes:  Designing gardens is about ‘designing spaces. Gardens are an extension of your home, and as such, they should always strive to fit your needs and lifestyle. Riaan considers himself not only as a gardener, but as an ‘outdoor space planner’.   The way we work  We will establish what your taste and needs are and after signing the design aggeement and completion of the design, you will have the option to buy the plan or contract us to complete the project for you.  About Us The Garden Co Team How to find us The Garden Company, Hermanus, South Africa, Tel: +27 (0)28 313 1610 riaan@thegardenco.co.za     webwits