Kristina Clode MA, MSGLD
Kristina is an experienced garden designer based in East Sussex, with a passion for creating beautiful, sustainable spaces that connect people with nature. Working from her studio near the historic town of Rye, she has completed a diverse range of projects—from compact city courtyards to large country estates and community gardens. Most recently she partnered with the National Trust to recreate the historic Iris Garden at Nunnington Hall. Each project presents its own unique challenges, which Kristina meets with creativity, care, and a commitment to thoughtful design.
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With over two decades of experience working in horticulture Kristina holds an in-depth knowledge of plants and nature. As well as being a fully registered member of the Society of Garden & Landscape Designers she also holds a Masters in Garden History. Her heartfelt love of plants, and the ecosystems they support, lies at the centre of every project. Kristina spent several years volunteering with the gardening team at Great Dixter, one of the UK’s most influential gardens. This experience, and the close ties she keeps with the garden, continue to inspire her work today.
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Kristina takes an environmentally conscious approach to garden design—favouring schemes that encourage biodiversity, support pollinators, and work in harmony with local conditions. She passionately believes gardens can be both beautiful and functional whilst also enhancing the environment in which they lie. Kristina holds a number of awards for her work, including the coveted SGLD Judges award, and opens her own garden annually with the National Garden Scheme.
