Meet The Designers

Our Designers Make The Difference

Our team of highly experienced designers can transform the ideas in your head into reality.  With over 20 years experience in Design & Landscaping we can create traditional or modern designs to suit every budget.

 

nicely landscaped Strathaven garden

Andrew Cummings

Andrew is the Managing Director of Briarlea Landscapes, a well-established domestic landscaping company serving Central Scotland. He founded the business in 1996 as a young lad with just one van, and over the past three decades has built it into a trusted name for driveways and garden transformations.

With a hands-on approach and a strong commitment to quality, Andrew now leads a team of 45 skilled professionals dedicated to helping homeowners make the most of their outdoor spaces—delivering reliable service, exceptional workmanship, and outstanding results every time.
 

David Gemmel

David brings a wealth of hands-on experience to his design work, having started his career as a landscape installer straight out of school. He spent many years installing landscapes, including a significant period working with Briarlea, before transitioning into design.

For over 10 years now, David has been creating bespoke outdoor spaces for Briarlea’s clients. His deep understanding of both the practical and creative sides of landscaping enables him to craft designs that enhance the character and quality of each space while respecting individual budget requirements. Whether it’s a simple garden transformation or a complex outdoor living area, David has the skill and versatility to bring almost any vision to life.

Craig Holland

Craig has had a deep-rooted passion for outdoor spaces since childhood, drawn to the beauty and potential of natural environments. This lifelong love led him to study at the University of Strathclyde, where he earned a degree in Landscape Management and Horticulture, further refining his knowledge and design skills.
 
Craig’s work is defined by a strong contemporary aesthetic—clean lines, minimalist layouts, and innovative concepts that bring a modern edge to garden design. His style is all about simplicity with impact, creating outdoor spaces that are both striking and serene.

Why Choosing the Right Installer Matters

When enhancing your outdoor space, it’s not just about selecting high-quality products – it’s equally important to choose skilled, reliable professionals to carry out the work.
 
Investing in your home or garden is a significant decision. You likely spend time choosing the best materials your budget allows to achieve your dream look and finish. But all that effort can be undone if the workmanship doesn’t match the same high standards. Sadly, unqualified or unreliable tradespeople – often referred to as ‘cowboy builders’ – are still a concern in our industry. They can make grand promises they fail to keep, leaving you with disappointing results and unnecessary stress.
What’s more, issues like improper patio installation often don’t become visible until weeks or even months later – long after the contractor has disappeared with your hard-earned money.
 
At Briarlea, we take pride in doing things differently. We are accredited members of the Marshalls Register of Accredited Landscape Contractors and Driveway Installers – a national network of vetted professionals who are regularly assessed to ensure consistently high standards.
This prestigious accreditation means that we have proven ourselves in areas such as transparent pricing, the quality of our work, the guarantees we provide, and the professionalism of our methods. You can trust us to treat your project with the care, skill, and attention to detail it deserves.

Are you ready to start your project?

Get in Touch with our Designers today