Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers in Portarlington, Victoria

“Our garden was severely damaged by a large tree coming down in the wind. We hired Harry to repair, redesign and landscape the garden. Harry has managed the process, from design, refertilizing the garden, planting and ongoing maintenance over the past 3 years. The results are amazing and we are delighted with the work that Harry has done - and continues to do.”

“My husband had been searching in the local papers for landscapers, and we’d had a few around to quote but had not been impressed. I had come across Houzz and decided to see if we could use it to find gardens that inspired us and see who created them. That’s how we found Ben Carter and we’re so glad we did. We were looking to re-landscape the front garden of our home in McKinnon. It came with a rose garden that had been run down by years of neglectful tenants. We wanted to start over completely. He was so excited that we wanted a native garden and understood that we were after something low maintenance. He got straight to work on a plan which was done within a day or two. The garden itself was completed within just a few weeks, and within our original budget (the low end of the indicated range). Ultimately we added to the plan: we needed a new driveway now, not later, and Ben helped us select the perfect exposed aggregate for it. We also decided that this was the time to set up a rainwater tank, and Ben advised us on size and a colour that ties in with the house and garden. We also realised we needed something to act as a screen outside our bedroom window and he sourced us a beautiful one, from Entanglements whose work I loved, on sale no less. He coordinated professionally with our plumber and identified an excellent tradie to lay the exposed aggregate driveway. And the result? The plants, trees, woodchips, pebbles and rocks he selected (in consultation) tie in with the bricks of our house and garden wall as well as the tree on the verge. We have a sitting area from which to admire the natural features, and to listen to the water in the frog pond he set up at our daughter’s request. In the end, we insisted that he display a sign so people would know who created our garden. We look forward to working with him again in the future. That’s the highest recommendation we can provide.”

“GHLD have completed a number of landscape designs for some of our projects, and we couldn't have asked for more. From a design perspective, GHLD were quick to pick up the clients brief, and used this well to create some beautiful Landscape designs. From a Customer Service perspective, 10 out of 10 is my rating. Projects are completed within expected time frames, and communication is second to none. Looking forward to continuing to partner with GHLD for years to come. Highly Recommended!”

“Sean at Bayon Gardens was excellent. Starting with some great ideas at concept stage, right through to completion the job was delivered with enthusiasm, patience and professionalism. We couldn't be happier with the project.”

“I regularly recommend Jason of Davidson Design Studio to my clients with mid-century homes. While Jason works across a broad spectrum of landscape architecture, his designs that work in sympathy with mid-century architecture are wonderful. I don't know of any other professional landscape architect that shares Jason passion for mid-century landscapes, so I am very happy to recommend his services. I know that all of my clients that have used Davidson Design Studio have been very happy with his level of service, attention to detail and the end result.”

“I have been using Paal since 2008. His designs are beautiful, dramatic and different. People still hang over my front fence to look at my garden and take photos. He is also extremely easy to deal with and although he has a professional team, he is always on site to supervise. I would never use anyone else.”

“Jackie helped us design a large garden. After an initial consultation she provided us with several concept drawings which were all creative, interesting and quite different from each other. We enjoyed very much working with her - she is knowledgable and creative - we felt we had the freedom to bring in our own ideas . Above all she has immense enthusiasm for her work and everything that grows. We have no hesitation in recommending avantgardener.”

“We wanted an outdoor dining area but had a problematic steep sloping block. We contacted Mei who documented our brief in great detail. She went beyond what we expected with a design that incorporated our existing native plants and a sandstone retaining wall that is also used as a seat. We are more than happy with her design and wonderful ideas.”

“Cos Design have been supplying our landscape company with designs to tender for quite a few years and we have found their professional approuch to everything that they do from concept plans, working drawings and their project managment with the client at the highest level which has earnt them a very high reputation in the landscape field amongst other landscape contractors,designers and with our peak body the Landscape Industry of Victoria hence the 5 star rating. It is a pleasure and honour to work with Cos Design”

“Meg knows plants!!!! There are so many designers out there that know a small selected palette but Meg is one designer that crosses over into a horticultural realm. I've been amazed at the ideas she can bring to the table when engaged to provide planting palette advice. If you're looking for a friendly designer that goes the extra mile when creating and that knows in-depth horticultural knowledge look no further than Meg.”