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.