Andrew Christopher Dunne is one of Ireland’s most respected and internationally recognised garden designers. With over 26 years of experience, his work ranges from small city gardens to large rural estates, each one carefully considered and crafted to suit the lives of the people who use them.

Based in the coastal village of Clogherhead, where he lives with his wife and three children, Andrew has designed award-winning gardens throughout Ireland and abroad. His design work goes far beyond gardens, he has also designed houses, interiors, garden buildings, pools, bespoke furniture and sculpture, anything that requires a new approach an a big creative vision.  His work is known for its clean, contemporary structure softened by bold, immersive planting schemes, gardens that aren’t just beautiful to look at, but genuinely enhance how people live.

Andrew began his career running Grassroots, a design-and-build company that won multiple awards including Best Private Garden in Ireland-twice. Today, he focuses solely on design, collaborating with contractors, architects, and craftspeople to bring his ideas to life. He’s also designed bespoke garden buildings, pools, furniture, and sculpture, all tailored to the unique context of each project.

To date, Andrew has won four Gold Medals at Bloom, including Best in Show, Best in Category (twice), and the Designers’ Choice Award—recognition of the quality and vision he brings to every commission.

Alongside his design practice, Andrew is also known as The Garden Design Mentor, sharing his experience and guidance with other designers through mentoring, teaching, and industry support.

“I see garden design as both a creative opportunity and a responsibility,” he says. “When someone invites you to work on their home, they’re trusting you with something personal. That’s not something I ever take lightly.”