Brief The brief was to create a highly refined landscape environment that responded sensitively to the home’s contemporary architecture and surrounding bushland setting. Particular focus was placed on establishing a strong connection between the built form and landscape through layered planting, natural materials and carefully integrated circulation spaces. The clients wanted the garden to feel…
Brief The design intent was to create a cohesive outdoor environment that integrates the pool, entertaining spaces and surrounding landscape into a unified setting that responds to the site’s bushland character and coastal location. Approach The overall landscape and pool design for the Avalon Residence project was developed by Matthew Beckett of Reflective Gardens in…
Brief The client’s brief was to transform the existing ageing swimming pool and surrounding terrace into a space that matched the architectural quality of the newly renovated residence while maximising the spectacular harbour outlook. Approach The original pool was dated in form and finish, with irregular curves and limited functional seating. Our approach was to…
Brief Construct a refined coastal landscape designed to integrate seamlessly with the architecture of the home and the surrounding bushland environment of Avalon on the Northern Beaches. Approach Working closely with the design prepared by Nelson Thomas Landscape Architects, Reflective Gardens delivered the detailed construction of the landscape environment. The works involved careful coordination of…
Brief The clients wanted to transform their sloping Avalon property into a functional outdoor environment centred around a swimming pool and entertaining space. The brief called for a landscape that felt relaxed and natural while complementing the architecture of the home and the surrounding bushland setting. The space needed to incorporate a pool suitable for…
Brief The clients wanted to transform their outdoor space into a functional family garden that balanced relaxation, entertaining and play. The brief focused on creating a soft, green environment that felt private and established, while also incorporating practical elements such as outdoor seating areas, level lawn spaces for children and a dedicated play zone. A…
Brief A little space with a lot to do. The client wants their small courtyard to have multiple uses. Working from home they want it to be a great aspect to look out on, a haven to relax in, with the sound of splashing water and a place to entertain with cocktails and canapes and…
Brief To create an Amazon Forest Oasis for this stunning architect-designed house to be at one within. Commissioned to create the client’s forever home garden, taking inspiration from the Brazilian jungle the client wants it to feel as though the house was being swallowed by the jungle surroundings. They wanted a more dense and lush…
Brief Engaged to renovate and modernise a large 350m² existing entertainment verandah and pool area, maintaining the current layout but refreshing the look with new finishes and introducing a modern resort feel. Whilst undertaking the refresh we were also asked to address the falls, drainage and water issues. Approach This was going to be a…
Brief To breathe life back into a long-neglected back garden and pool area. The entire back garden and pool had been uncared for for many years resulting in the pool surround subsiding and cracking, leaving the pool unusable. The client also didn’t like the multiple levels and slopes in the garden so wanted to improve…
