When the time comes to build your dream home, or embark on a major home renovation, the process starts with searching for an architect or building designer and, possibly, an interior designer. You’ll also no doubt be thinking about your garden, pool and outdoor living areas but with all the things you need to consider when building a house or organising a reno — council compliance, engineering requirements, building permits, interior selections — it can leave your head spinning. Feeling overwhelmed, discussions about the outdoor spaces can take a back seat.
Ignoring the landscape elements early on is common. It is viewed by