Our team

Studios in Devon, London & the Isle of Skye

We are an energetic and experienced team of 14 landscape architects and garden designers, led by founders Charlotte Harris and Hugo Bugg. Across our three studios in Devon, London, and the Isle of Skye, we work on residential, commercial, botanic, and public gardens at every scale.

At our agile size, we have the capacity to ensure projects move swiftly using relevant and specific skills for the best results, all the while ensuring hands-on contact with our Directors.

We are accustomed to working with and alongside wider design and delivery teams including architects, engineers, ecologists, project managers, head gardeners, main and specialist contractors.

We are passionate about landscapes. We spend our spare time exploring them – from Cornwall to the Highlands – and our professional time working in them. We have in depth understanding of developing considered, resonant gardens in these special settings.

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Charlotte Harris

Director and Co-Founder

Charlotte Harris is an award-winning landscape designer and co-founder of Harris Bugg Studio.

Charlotte leads projects ranging from private gardens and rural estates to public realm, healthcare and heritage landscapes across the UK, with current work in London, Scotland, and the South East of England, including the Chilterns and Oxfordshire.

Charlotte’s work is distinguished by its deep sense of place, ecological intelligence and elegant, soulful planting. Whether designing city gardens, country landscapes, or collaborating with architects on botanic, cultural and therapeutic projects, she brings a sensitivity to both people and environment that defines the studio’s ethos.

A three-time RHS Chelsea Gold Medal winner, including Best in Show 2023 for Horatio’s Garden Sheffield & East, Charlotte is recognised as one of the most influential voices in contemporary British landscape design. Her portfolio includes The Barbican Conservatory, Horatio’s Garden Sheffield & East and leading the studio’s work with the National Trust for Scotland at Newhailes, as well as a series of climate-resilient, regenerative gardens that celebrate the connection between people, place and nature.

Charlotte is a Contributing Editor for Gardens Illustrated, where she writes the Design Details column, and is an RHS Show Garden Judge and advocate for greater diversity and inclusion in design and horticulture.

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Hugo Bugg

Director and Co-Founder

Hugo Bugg is an award-winning landscape designer and co-founder of Harris Bugg Studio.

Hugo leads projects ranging from private gardens and rural estates to cultural, botanic and public realm landscapes across the UK and internationally, including in Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Somerset, the Cotswolds and London.

Hugo’s work is defined by its bold, innovative approach and deep ecological understanding. He creates landscapes that are biodiverse, regenerative and climate-responsive. His planting style combines naturalistic beauty with resilient structure, resulting in immersive, forward-thinking gardens that connect people and nature in meaningful ways.

His projects span coastal gardens, heritage and healthcare landscapes and large-scale country estates. Recent and ongoing work includes an immersive meadow garden in Dorset, a regenerative campus in Berlin, and an 80-acre farmhouse estate in South Devon. Major credits also include the Gothenburg Botanic Garden in Sweden, the Kitchen Garden at RHS Garden Bridgewater, and Horatio’s Garden Sheffield, which won Best in Show at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023.

Hugo is known for working closely with artisans and local craftspeople to celebrate material integrity and keep traditional skills alive. A graduate of Falmouth University and a multiple RHS Gold Medal winner, he was the youngest designer to win a Gold Medal for a large show garden at Chelsea. He is a regular lecturer and mentor with the RHS, recognised as a leading voice in contemporary landscape design and sustainable planting.

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Lauren Juozokas

Studio Manager

Based in London, Lauren joined Harris Bugg Studio in 2022 and is the organisational heartbeat of the practice.

She oversees operations, finance and project administration, manages contracts and reporting, and leads on recruitment, inductions and consultant coordination. Lauren’s calm efficiency and attention to detail keep every part of the studio connected – from people and projects to systems and process – ensuring the smooth running of both creative and operational work.

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Natalie Bailey

Performance and Delivery Manager

Based in Leeds, Natalie joined Harris Bugg Studio in 2022 as a Senior Landscape Architect and now leads on performance and project delivery.

She supports the team with reporting, budgets and resourcing, and brings experience in public realm, residential and healthcare landscapes. With a background at Gillespies and a degree from Leeds Beckett University, Natalie combines design sensitivity with technical and mentoring skills, helping ensure projects are delivered with clarity and care.

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Caroline Bannister CMLI

Landscape Architect

Based in London, Caroline joined Harris Bugg Studio in 2022 and brings expertise in commercial masterplans, public realm and residential landscapes.

A bilingual landscape architect (English/French), she has managed major projects including the Atelier Gardens campus in Berlin and The Barbican Conservatory in London. A graduate of the École Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture et de Paysage de Lille and the University of Greenwich, Caroline combines strong project management with creative insight and collaborative energy.

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Joe Hawksworth

Junior Landscape Designer

Based in Exeter, Joe joined Harris Bugg Studio in 2023 after an unconventional route into landscape design.

With a PhD in synthetic biology and a background in architecture, he brings a unique mix of scientific precision and design creativity. Skilled in 3D modelling, drone mapping and visualisation, Joe leads on digital development within the design team. His recent work includes projects across the South West, London and Scotland, spanning residential and heritage landscapes.

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Daniel Shaw

Junior Landscape Designer

Based in London, Danny joined Harris Bugg Studio in 2024 and brings advanced technical skills in 3D modelling, CAD drawing and visualisation.

He contributes to both commercial and residential projects, including The Barbican Conservatory and a roof terrace project in West London. His precision and adaptability make him a key member of the design team.

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Helena Bills

Graduate Landscape Architect

Based in Exeter, Helena joined Harris Bugg Studio in 2024 as a Graduate Landscape Architect and was promoted to Junior Landscape Designer in 2025.

She has worked on projects including Horatio’s Garden Sheffield & East and private gardens across the South West. Helena brings curiosity, clear thinking and a commitment to sustainable, biodiversity-led design across the studio’s South West portfolio.

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Tom Nielsen

Planting Designer

Based in Exeter and West Somerset, Tom is a planting designer at Harris Bugg Studio and founder of Biocentric Plants – a nursery specialising in rare and climate-resilient species.

His work focuses on environmentally conscious planting and creating gardens that are both beautiful and biodiverse. Tom’s hands-on horticultural practice continually informs and enriches his design work, bringing ecological depth to large-scale rural projects across the South West.

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Maia Beresford

Landscape Designer

Based in London, Maia joined Harris Bugg Studio in 2025, bringing strong planting knowledge and collaborative design skills.

She works on small and large residential gardens, including projects in Scotland, London and the Cotswolds. Maia’s work balances structure and softness, reflecting her interest in creating naturalistic, climate-responsive gardens that connect people and nature.

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Eleanor Lawrence

Head of Technical Design

Based in London, Eleanor joined Harris Bugg Studio in 2025 as Head of Technical Design, bringing extensive experience in commercial landscape architecture and project management.

She leads on technical delivery and quality standards across the studio, working on commercial projects and supporting large-scale schemes in Devon and the South West. Her clarity, rigour and mentoring approach ensure every design is delivered with precision and purpose.

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Stephanos Georgiou

Planting Designer

Based in London, Stephanos joined Harris Bugg Studio in 2025 and works across commercial masterplans, public realm and residential landscapes.

A former member of Dan Pearson Studio, he brings strong planting expertise and a focus on integrating green infrastructure into urban environments. His recent work includes large London projects such as The Barbican Conservatory and smaller residential roof terraces.

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Francesca Lawes

Landscape Architect

Based in London, Francesca joined Harris Bugg Studio in 2025, bringing experience across private gardens, roof terraces and public realm projects.

A graduate of the Bartlett School of Architecture and a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute, she combines design sensitivity with strong technical skills. Francesca is currently working on projects in the Scottish Highlands and Cotswolds, helping deliver climate-responsive and people-centred landscapes that balance beauty and function.

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Sam Cortis

Landscape Architect

Based in London, Sam is an award-winning landscape architect and garden designer with experience across Scotland and England.

He has worked on regeneration, heritage and residential landscapes, combining design expertise with social insight. Winner of the Mark Turnbull Award, Sam developed the Social Spaces Framework – exploring how landscape design can create inclusive, meaningful and community-led environments.

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Robert Beaudin

Landscape Architect

Robert brings over 30 years’ experience in designing and delivering award-winning landscapes across the UK, Canada and Europe.

Formerly Managing Director at Tom Stuart-Smith Ltd, he led major projects including RHS Garden Bridgewater for the Royal Horticultural Society. With deep horticultural knowledge and a passion for sustainable design, Robert creates landscapes that are biodiverse, resilient and rich in character.

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Sarah Harrison

Communications Consultant

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Helen Gates

HR & People Consultant

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Ruth Bugg

Finance Administrator

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Ramson

Studio Dog

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Working for us

We are always on the look-out for bright sparks to join our studio. We have a flexible approach and a hybrid working model, as we know everyone’s circumstances are different, and we offer a warm, supportive environment that recognises the importance of a balanced home-work life.

Send your CV, portfolio and a cover letter telling us about one garden or landscape that inspires you, and why to studio@harrisbugg.com.

If you’d like to be kept up to date about vacancies and opportunities as they arise, please drop us a line in full confidence to tellmemore@harrisbugg.com, with a quick overview of the sort of role you’re looking for. We’ll make sure you receive all future job vacancies as they are published.

 

Internships

We are committed to meaningful internships – we don’t believe in them being unpaid and we want our interns to get the most out of their experience as possible. That’s why we prefer to limit the placements we offer to 2-3 per year and request a time commitment from our interns of at least one month. As a small studio, you’ll be involved in projects from day one, so we do need you to have Vectorworks and InDesign skills as an essential requirement. Please send your portfolio and a cover letter telling us about one garden or landscape that inspires you, and why to studio@harrisbugg.com.