
MY CREATIVE PROCESS
I start by understanding how you want to live in your space – not just what it should look like, but how it needs to function. How will you use the space? Do you entertain? Garden as therapy? Need somewhere the kids can play safely? These aren't small talk questions; they shape every design decision.
The Garden Consultation involves reading your landscape – drainage patterns, microclimates, soil conditions, and the constraints that determine where we can plant. I'm looking for opportunities others might miss, and problems that can derail even the most tenacious green thumb.
Plant selection makes or breaks a garden's success. I choose species that thrive in Melbourne's conditions – drought-tolerant for our dry spells, adaptable to our weather swings, and beneficial for local birds and insects.
The process is collaborative – I present concepts, we refine them together, and develop detailed construction drawings that prevent miscommunication and cost blowouts. You'll get buildable plans that actually work, plus the trade connections to bring them to life.
I believe gardens should feel like they belong – to you and to their surroundings. That approach creates biodiverse spaces that support wildlife and soil health while being beautiful and functional for daily living.
GARDEN CONSULTATION
$220 ex. GST
Deliverables:
Comprehensive site assessment
Written report with site analysis and recommendations
Plant suggestions with sourcing advice
Problem diagnosis and remediation strategies
Perfect for: Understanding your site's potential, getting professional plant advice, diagnosing failed plantings, preliminary guidance before major projects
Timeline: Report delivered within 48 hours
CONCEPT DESIGN PACKAGE
$1900 ex. GST
Deliverables:
Garden Consultation (included)
Scaled Concept Plan (A3, digital and printed)
Comprehensive plant palette with climate resilience notes
Material recommendations and sourcing guidance
One round of revisions included
Plant sourcing assistance and trade pricing access
Perfect for: Garden renovations, staged implementations, DIY-capable clients wanting professional direction
Timeline: 3 weeks from consultation to final concept
FULL DESIGN SERVICE
$3500 ex. GST
Deliverables:
Everything in Concept Design Package
Detailed Construction Drawings (planting plan, hardscape plan, irrigation layout)
Specification sheets for contractors
One round of revisions
Contractor recommendation and initial liaison
Plant sourcing, delivery coordination, and installation oversight
Perfect for: Complete transformations, complex sites, projects requiring council approval
Timeline: 3 weeks from Concept Design approval to construction-ready plans
Garden Consultation fee credited toward Full Design Service
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
Maintenance Plan: $220 (seasonal care schedule, pruning calendar)
Nature Strip Design: $380 (STCA compliance, community-friendly species selection)
Additional Revisions: $150 per round
Construction Oversight: $95/hour (site visits during build phase)