Pavement style and placement can make or break a landscape design. When performing renovations of existing gardens, the paving is one of the first things we look at. Pavements play a major role in setting the tone of your space, and choosing the right one is dependent on the practicalities of your space, the style of your home and garden, …
Landscape Architecture as a practice involves navigating the relationships between nature, the built environment, and specific human needs. As the body of research into these relationships grows and changes, so too does our practice. The potential opportunities for landscapes to enhance and extend our lives continue to reveal themselves, and because of this, it is important that Landscape Architects continue …
March 8th is international women’s day, and in honor of this annual observance, we’re taking a moment to appreciate and discuss the roles of women in landscaping. TDL’s team spans all landscape specialisations, providing commercial and residential design, construction, and maintenance. Women continue to represent a deeply skewed minority in the construction industry, representing only 10-15% of the workforce, this …
Perth has a delightful Mediterranean climate where balmy summer nights abound. This means that versatile, beautiful outdoor living areas are a must-have. The outdoor barbeque and the sunset soiree are very much a part of the Perth lifestyle. Choosing a unique landscaping style for your home in Perth can be one of the most important decisions you make, and it …
Mediterranean gardens remain a popular stylistic choice in Australian landscapes for both practical and preferential reasons. Hardy Mediterranean planting and heat-cutting colour choices make a great fit with our climate, and the evocative sensory experiences of Mediterranean plants call to mind that lazy overseas holiday many of us would just love to take. Mediterranean gardens can be ornate and traditional …
When it comes to building wow-factor into your landscape, few things are more impressive than luxe pool water features. What some people are unaware of is that water features include far more than just fountains and waterfalls. When you’re designing your pool, you can go as simple or as excessive as you like. If you’re keen on water features the …
The interaction between the design of your pool and the rest of your landscape can make or break the space. Yes, installing the right swimming pool can make a simple backyard look more inviting and beautiful, but arguably more important to the overall effect of the area is the landscaping. We’ve taken many a sad-looking existing pool over the years …
In the works – A Charming Nedlands Gem This design proposes a complete overhaul of this charming home’s landscape. The design includes the front and rear gardens of the property, incorporating new fencing and paving at the front, creating a sense of arrival. A formal, symmetrical design at the property’s front highlights and compliments the architecture of the home. At …
In the works – Modern Industrial Swanbourne Design This Swanbourne design works hard to resolve levels, create privacy, and enhance the beautiful home at its center with an eclectic, high-interest planting. Warm textures and mixed, rustic materials complement contemporary angles and structures, creating a landscape that is balanced, welcoming, and intriguing as well as practical and liveable. A carport in …
In the works – Rustic Touches in Peppermint Grove This residential landscape design complements and completes a beautiful barn-style peppermint grove home. Extending the rustic-luxe finishes to the far end of the backyard and incorporating a brand new pool and pool-house/gym, the design’s mixed textures and tones marry these large new additions with the home. Creating a sense of arrival, …
