Consultation

The consultation is the most influential stage of the design process. The consultation is the initiation of communication between the designer and the client. This dialogue is imperative to the successful realisation of the project.

During the initial consultation we discuss concepts, potential schemes and styles for your garden. This will then form the brief for the design documentation.

The consultation provides you with direct involvement in the design development. Once the first draft of the drawing has been completed it is issued to you for comment and discussion. We aim to involve you as much as possible in the development of the design.

How can I get the most from my consultation?

Below are some areas of interest which you can research or think about prior to your consultation.

Do I want any landscape structures?

Landscape structures include pools, water features, lighting, irrigation, tables, seating, outdoor kitchen, wood fired oven, ornaments, paving, pergolas, decks, feature walls, masonry fences and gazebos.

Who uses the garden?

It is important to ask yourself what your lifestyle requirements are. Ask yourself whether the garden is to be used for relaxation or for kids to play in. Do you have any pets that will use the garden? These factors will directly influence the garden design.

What garden style?

Ask yourself what garden style suits your needs and wants. Collect pictures from magazines and books or take photos of other gardens that you like, this will help to express your individual.

What are your previous garden experiences?

What plants do you like or dislike? What are your favourite colours and scents? Do you have pictures in magazines that you like? What have you previously had success / no success with?

What are the limiting constraints?

Limitations to consider for your garden include service easements (water, gas, electricity, and phone), bushland/fire, space, views, access, sunlight, water and your budget.