Origin story
of Rhize.

Welcome to Rhize! If you're wondering where our name comes from, it's inspired by the word rhizome - a plant stem that puts out lateral shoots and roots to continually branch out, adapt, and grow. That felt like the perfect metaphor for us. Just like a rhizome, we're constantly growing as a business, branching into new ideas, and building strong, lasting connections wherever we go.

We're a fresh, vibrant take on garden design, founded right in the heart of Brighton - a city that practically bursts with energy, original ideas, and pure creative spirit. Between the two of us, we've been designing gardens for years, bringing a blend of skills to the table that spans everything from architectural layout and colour theory to deep-rooted plant knowledge. Whether it's a full, large-scale outdoor transformation or a cosy, small residential planting scheme, we live for turning blank canvases into outdoor spaces people genuinely adore.

To be clear on how we work: our sweet spot is the design and planting stages. We focus on masterminding the vision, honing the layouts, and selecting the exact plants that will make your space thrive. Over the years, we've teamed up with fantastic landscapers across the region, building trusted industry connections so we can match you with the absolute best hands on the job for the actual construction.

At the end of the day, we're just two friends who get along brilliantly, love what we do, and bring a fun, relaxed vibe to every single project. We're obsessed with the outdoors, crazy about dogs, and endlessly driven by creativity - whether we're designing a garden, painting, or experimenting with textiles. We can't wait to bring that same energy to your next garden project!

Founders Annabelle and Isabelle
Annabelle - Founder & Lead Designer

Annabelle

Founder & Lead Designer

Hi, I'm Annabelle. With a background in architecture and design, I've spent years turning my passion for art and innovation into outdoor spaces people truly love living in.

I was recently named one of ProLandscaper's 30 Under 30, which was an incredible acknowledgment of the work and passion I pour into every project. When I'm not sketching garden concepts or out on-site, you'll usually find me with a paintbrush in hand creating oil paintings, or on the sports field playing tag-rugby.

Isabelle - Garden Designer

Isabelle

Garden Designer

Hey, I'm Isabelle, you can call me Izzy. My deep love for interior design is actually what sparked my jump into the world of garden design. Annabelle and I have been a duo since 2023, and over the years I've honed a really sharp eye for layout, colour, and flow. For me, it's all about creating a seamless, effortless connection between your indoor living space and the outdoors!

When I'm not bringing gardens to life, I'm usually designing wallpapers on the side or taking my dog Figgy for a walk in the South Downs.