Point Landscape Design

It has been a while since we have shared anything, so we wanted to share a few views from our recent projects.
Our client for this first project was eager to bring their outdoor entertainment area further into the garden while surrounding themselves with an inviting planting palette. Integrating a series of white and grey pots around the structural element gives height to the planting while still the garden is establishing, and the use of illuminated screens along the fence should give the whole garden a larger feeling in the evenings, as though the next room of the garden is just past the screens. With several edible plants closest to the house (and BBQ area) and the scent of a mock orange tree flowering, this is a garden that will be used for a long time to come.

For the plant pots, we provided a range of potential species which would suit depending on what pots the client ends up deciding on. Initially aiming for an evergreen planting scheme, we focused on tones, contrast and structure in the species, electing for compact conifers and junipers for most pots. An olive tree, bay tree and mock orange to give some more dimension, scent and culinary use. At the ground level, we focused more on using natives and particularly ones which were tolerant of full sun. The final design brought in some coloured foliage and flowering plants which will be attractive all through the year.

It's winter! So we've refreshed our logo a little. Lost our leaves and look a little frosty. What do you think?
Winter is also a great time to plan something new in your outdoor space.

With so many great details in this project, it was hard to single out just one to highlight. This entertainment and firepit area will utilise reclaimed brick as both paving and to then build two seats around the firepit. The brick pavers are to be taken from another area of the property as part of our design.

A series of steel posts, connected by steel cables will work to encase the area as a real outdoor room. Over time, the structure will have climbing plants work their way up, over and around, further encasing the space and looking different throughout the year with scented flowering plants setting the mood.

On the whole, this space didn't actually change too much from our initial concept sketch and we cannot wait to see how it looks once constructed. A big thank you to our client for getting us involved in their project.

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Here are a couple of images from a recently finished concept design. The brief from the client was to turn a very flat back garden into a space for outdoor entertainment, with varying heights, plenty of interest and texture. Working with a contemporary and slightly rustic aesthetic, we designed a landscape that maximises use from the garden while still providing plenty of room to play.

Our key design elements for this project are firstly the large paved space, surrounded by raised timber garden beds and feature planter. We envisioned a built-in timber bench seat across part of the planter wall. Changes in level break up the planting across the back fence and using a corten steel piece as an edge material provides further variation. The entertainment area is completed by four tall recycled timber posts connected to the house by catenary lights.

For visual difference, we suggested using a slate chip mulch instead of a bark mulch. The grey of the slate will compliment the dark pavers and contrast against the timber planter beds. Slate is also great at resisting weeds.

Planting wise, we envisioned plenty of herb and edible plants around the outdoor entertaining area moving into larger screening plants moving across the back fence. Room for a couple of citrus trees. Wrapping around and down into smaller shrubs. Overall we aimed for a balance between native plants and edible plants.

We hope to be able to share photos of the completed project later this year after it has been constructed.

Does your garden have a really shaded area, a bit damp, nothing seems to really take off except weeds or moss? There's nothing wrong with a bit of moss, but you could consider a Miniature Cyclamen. These pretty little plants have small, variegated leaves and flower in a range of colours. They will add a splash of colour and a nice detail to your garden.

Do you have a spot for some of these in your outdoor space?