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No.32

Outdoor Design

Innovative design and construction for outdoor living spaces.

Outdoor Design2 min read
From The Editor
THE TERM “OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING” HAS become part of the vernacular. Today, creating a space for alfresco entertaining is at the top of every homeowner’s wish list when designing a landscape from scratch or planning a garden makeover. What form that sp
Outdoor Design6 min read
The Sky’s The Limit
FOR CENTURIES, ROOFTOP GARDENS HAVE graced European landscapes, creating lush leafy vistas, cascading greenscapes and, in more recent times, relaxed outdoor living spaces. Here in Australia, commercial and government properties have been greening the
Outdoor Design2 min readGardening
Go For Green
IF YOU WANT TO PUT YOUR ROOF TO GOOD USE BUT not as a space for outdoor living, you can create what is called a “green roof”. This means the roof is basically given over to plants, such as grasses and succulents. As garden designer Georgia Harper of
Outdoor Design2 min read
Raising The Bar
IF YOU LIKE TO SPEND TIME OUTSIDE AND YOU regularly have gatherings with friends and family in your outdoor space, then a bar may be just what you need. It’s the ultimate for entertainers and creates a fabulous focal point for parties, barbecues or j
Outdoor Design6 min read
Time To Party
SUMMER IS HERE SO IT’S TIME TO GET CREATIVE and plan your outdoor entertaining space. With lots of innovative products in outdoor living and new looks in outdoor furniture, soft furnishings, cookers and decor, there’s plenty to choose from when desig
Outdoor Design1 min readGardening
Time To Reflect
THE CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW, HELD EACH YEAR in London, is considered the world’s premier garden show, with its keenly contested show garden competition drawing entries from around the globe. To win an award for a show garden is a considerable honour — ju
Outdoor Design3 min read
Off The Shelf
Barbara Ballinger and Michael Glassman Images Publishing, rrp $60 The underlying principle of The Garden Bible is that there are some essential elements of design that everyone can learn, helping them to create a garden that will be extraordinary. Th
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Modern Living
TO BE CONSIDERED A DESIGN SUCCESS, A GARDEN must have a true sense of connection. It must be in harmony with the architecture of the house and its broader surrounds, yet still convey something about the unique personality of the residents. Most impor
Outdoor Design2 min read
Outside The Box
WITH A KEEN INTEREST IN ARCHITECTURE, THE OWNERS OF THIS IMPRESSIVE Melbourne property were fully engaged with the garden design process, right from the beginning. Taking cues from the architecture at the rear of the house, and after extensive consul
Outdoor Design2 min read
Feast For The Senses
OF CONTEMPORARY DESIGN WITH JUST A HINT of Asian flavouring, this rear garden is a feast for the senses. When Matt Leacy of Landart Landscapes and Pools was called in to revitalise the garden, he discovered a small, fully paved area that was overlook
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Having It All
OWNED BY SELF-CONFESSED “LAZY GARDENERS” this property was crying out for easy-care outdoor spaces, including a zone for entertaining, another one for quiet reflection and a place where the youngest family members could play. Denise Staffa of Outside
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Working The Angles
FROM THE FRONT GARDEN WITH ITS LUSH garden beds to the poolside deck at the rear, this home is embraced by inviting outdoor spaces that entice the eye and soothe the senses, no matter what your vantage point. Designed by Mike Cass, director at Mike C
Outdoor Design2 min read
Day And Night
THE FRONT GARDEN OF THIS HOME IN MELBOURNE’ Canterbury has a serene feel thanks to the Japanesestyled design. The sense of peace is further enhanced by the carefully selected palette of plants and natural materials that reinforce the Japanese-influen
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For The Modern Family
WHEN THE OWNERS OF THIS CONTEMPORARY family home met with Josh Hooper of Landscape Techniques they already had a few design ideas of their own, and some specific requests. Chiefly, they wanted a large lawn and family-sized swimming pool in the rear g
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Sense Of Adventure
THE HOUSE, WHICH SITS ON A SLOPING BLOCK, had been a typical post-war dwelling before it was bought by a builder and tastefully renovated. It is now very modern with an exterior boasting a mix of weatherboard, rendered block, glass and fibre-cement s
Outdoor Design2 min read
Top Of The World
FINDING SPACE TO ENTERTAIN OR SIMPLY RELAX outdoors is not always easy when you live in the city. For those who live in an apartment block, the challenge can be even greater. The solution? Head up to the roof and turn what is often an unused and negl
Outdoor Design2 min read
Work Of Art
HAVING RECENTLY UPGRADED THE INTERIOR OF their home, the owners of this property on Sydney’s lower North Shore wanted a rear garden of equal style and functionality. “Our clients wanted a space where they could relax in total privacy. They wanted cus
Outdoor Design2 min readArchitecture
The Easy Life
WITH SEMI-RETIREMENT FIRMLY IN THEIR SIGHTS, the owners of this Brisbane home wanted a garden that would be a breeze to care for, leaving most of their time for enjoying the easy life. Of course, the garden needed to tick several other boxes too. It
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Dare To Be Different
IMAGINATIVE, INNOVATIVE, INSPIRED … THERE IS no shortage of adjectives to describe this design. Making the most of a small courtyard is easy. You just need some imagination, some ingenuity and the expertise of a professional landscape designer. An ex
Outdoor Design2 min readArchitecture
The She Shed
THE CONCEPT OF THE “SHE SHED” — AN OUTDOOR studio for the woman of the house — is rapidly gaining favour. This garden, designed by Olaf von Sperl from Adore My Garden, has a “she shed” that has already gained national and international renown. Earlie
Outdoor Design2 min readArchitecture
Tropical Twist
THE ALLURE OF A TROPICAL-STYLE GARDEN IS undeniable: the richly coloured foliage, the densely layered plants and the highly evocative mix of natural textures and materials. Add to this a layout designed to promote the flow of life-enhancing chi (posi
Outdoor Design2 min read
Modern Classic
THIS IS A GARDEN THAT ABOUNDS WITH DESIGN delights. From the contemporary gabion walls to the semi-formal water feature integrated into the design of the swimming pool, this modern-classic landscape is the envy of the neighbourhood. “The brief from t
Outdoor Design2 min read
Edible Oasis
THANKS TO THE CONSTRUCTION EXPERTISE, horticultural knowledge and eco-savvy of Graham Taylor of Distinctive Landscapes, one very happy family is able to enjoy the benefits of a countrystyle market garden — replete with bee hive, chooks and seedling h
Outdoor Design2 min read
Taste Of The Tropics
WE HAVE VERY HIGH EXPECTATIONS OF OUR gardens today. We expect them to look good, be easy to maintain and cater for the needs of the adults in the family, just as much as the children. Often, we want an outdoor entertaining area and a swimming pool t
Outdoor Design2 min read
Design Fusion
WHEN THE SUN BEATS DOWN AND THOUGHTS TURN to leisurely weeks spent relaxing in a hillside villa in France or Italy, the owners of this Queensland garden don’t have to imagine a European-style sojourn … they simply need to step outside to feel like th
Outdoor Design2 min read
Place Of Retreat
WE ALL CRAVE AN ESCAPE FROM THE HUSTLE AND bustle of daily life and this garden provides the perfect place of retreat. Whether strolling around the garden, seated by the swimming pool or enjoying a meal cooked in the outdoor kitchen, the family who c
Outdoor Design2 min read
Love’s Labour
A DELIGHTFUL SYNERGY OF CONTEMPORARY, subtropical and eastern influences, this charming garden in Brisbane’s inner north is a real showstopper. Megan Roe from Megan Roe Landscape Design has designed her own garden as a series of stunning and unique g
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Surf’s Up!
PICKING UP ON THE COLOURS OF THE SAND, THE texture of the rocks and the undulations of the waves, the redeveloped forecourt of Shelly Beach Surf Club sits seamlessly in its coastal surrounds. The brief given to Glenn Simpson Landscapes Pty Ltd was to
Outdoor Design2 min read
Keeping It Simple
PRIORITISING CLEAN AND SIMPLE DESIGN, THE owners of this Melbourne property — parents of two tween-aged children — craved a low-maintenance swimming pool they could enjoy year round. Designed by Mark Browning of Cycas Design and built by Kiama Pools,
Outdoor Design2 min read
Holiday At Home
THIS STUNNING SWIMMING POOL SET WITHIN a beautifully landscaped garden was designed to re-create the resort feel the family had so enjoyed during a recent coastal holiday. Designer Sean Lynch of Malibu Pools and Landscapes fulfilled the brief — to gi
Outdoor Design2 min read
Now That’s A View
THIS TRULY IMPRESSIVE SWIMMING POOL IS THE centrepiece of an extensive timber deck offering 180-degree views of an adjacent creek, an orchard and an avenue of poplars and gum trees. Designed and built by Tassie Pools and Spas, the pool has a wonderfu
Outdoor Design5 min read
Take It Outside
FOR SOME TIME NOW, INDOOR-OUTDOOR LIVING has been a popular concept. And although the idea has been around for a while, in recent years it has become about more than just a table and chairs in the garden — it’s about creating a beautiful space outsid
Outdoor Design2 min read
Element Of Artistry
A VISIT TO AN INTERNATIONAL FURNITURE trade show in Germany last year was a revelation for the Royalle Outdoor Furniture design team. Before them was one of the most exciting product ranges they had seen in the last 30 years: Lava tables. Designed an
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Modular Diversity
ONE OF THE BIGGEST TRENDS IN OUTDOOR furniture to emerge during the past year is the combination lounge and dining setting. This is where a dining table is built at a height to match an outdoor lounge, allowing a more comfortable dining and entertain
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Head For Cover
SUMMER CAN BE GLORIOUS, BUT IT CAN ALSO BE relentless, and when things really heat up the one thing you will definitely need is shade. Regardless of whether you have a courtyard, balcony or deck, it is surprisingly easy to find a shade solution to su
Outdoor Design1 min read
Outdoor Living
ZIPSCREEN HAS BEEN SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO transform any undercover alfresco space, including pergolas, verandahs, balconies and decked areas, into an additional entertainment room for your home. By installing Zipscreen blinds you can take advantage of
Outdoor Design1 min read
Get On Track
IF YOU WANT TO EXTEND YOUR LIVING SPACE AND enjoy year-round outdoor entertaining, Ziptrak® is the answer. This track-guided blind system provides protection from the elements by allowing you to control airflow, light and temperature. With Ziptrak® y
Outdoor Design2 min read
Made In The Shade
FOR MAXIMUM USE OF YOUR ALFRESCO LIVING area, you need an effective form of climate control — and specialist advice. Shadeform Sails specialises in the design, manufacture and installation of modern high-quality shade sails, blinds and retractable sa
Outdoor Design2 min read
Go With The Flow
A WATER FEATURE CAN BE USED TO PROVIDE a focal point in a garden or subtly enhance the overall ambience. If you’re considering introducing a water feature into your garden, it’s important that you select one that will work with the existing landscape
Outdoor Design2 min read
Enlightened Approach
A SCULPTURE CAN BE A DELIGHTFUL SURPRISE, tucked into a corner of the garden like a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. Or it can unashamedly be the main event. If it’s the former, there’s a certain pleasure in wandering through a space and “ch
Outdoor Design2 min read
Uniquely Yours
RENOWNED FOR THEIR CHARM AND WHIMSY, Think Outside’s remarkable sculptures, decor and furniture can transform any home or garden — and bring a smile to any face. All products are custom designed by Aaron Jackson and every piece is exquisitely handcra
Outdoor Design2 min readCooking, Food & Wine
Get Fired Up
AS HOMEOWNERS CONTINUE TO DEMAND MUCH greater variety and versatility when entertaining, outdoor kitchens with a woodfired oven are rapidly becoming a must-have across the country. Zesti Woodfired Ovens, an Australian company known for its high-quali
Outdoor Design2 min readCooking, Food & Wine
Mix And Match
ALFRESCO LIVING IS NOW FIRMLY PART OF THE Australian lifestyle. After all, what’s better than having friends and family over for dinner on the deck or having lunch by the pool? And at the heart of every modern alfresco living area is a fully-equipped
Outdoor Design2 min read
The Complete Package
MANY AUSTRALIAN FAMILIES SHARE THE SAME goal — to extend their living spaces into their gardens — and a deck is the perfect outdoor extension. A well-designed, level deck provides a place to relax, entertain and enjoy the outdoor lifestyle for which
Outdoor Design2 min read
Smarter Not Harder
BE PREPARED WHEN YOU DECIDE TO BUILD A NEW outdoor iving area, because a lot of work comes before the reward. The design, the build, the money and time invested, not to mention the various approval processes — all of these can be frustrating roadbloc
Outdoor Design1 min read
Screen Savers
TODAY WE REGARD OUR GARDENS AS OUTDOOR rooms and take the same care when decorating them as we would any living space within our homes. Privacy is just as important, which is why screening is playing an increasingly important role in garden design. T
Outdoor Design2 min read
Natural Allure
FOR MANY YEARS SIKKENS HAS BUILT AN outstanding reputation due to its range of professional timber coating systems. First-class research and development ensures Sikkens continues to lead the way, maintaining its premier position at the forefront of t
Outdoor Design2 min readEconomics
All That Glitters
FOAMFAST, KNOWN AUSTRALIA-WIDE FOR ITS versatile lightweight fencing and walling panels, has launched two exciting new products designed to enhance any outdoor space, no matter what size or style. The first is a new affordable and beautiful coating s
Outdoor Design2 min read
Gaining An Edge
WHEN IT COMES TO GARDEN EDGING, YOU NEED a product that is strong, versatile and weather resistant — and you can’t get anything that fits the bill better than steel. Greenlines Gardenware’s FormBoss range of low-maintenance steel garden edging lets y
Outdoor Design1 min read
Forever Green
IF YOU WANT GREEN GRASS YEAR ROUND BUT you don’t want to edge, mow, weed, fertilise or water a lawn ever again, Next Generation Turf has the answer. Offering a quality synthetic turf solution to every landscaping situation, the Next Generation Turf r
Outdoor Design2 min read
Safeguard Your Stone
WITH THE RIGHT TREATMENT, IT’S EASY TO KEEP even the most porous natural stone and paving, as well as tile and brick, looking great for many years. Treating a porous surface with the right impregnating sealer also makes cleaning easier. Staining is t
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Dream To Reality
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN ENJOYMENT OF THE OUTDOORS AND A PASSION for business combine? The outcome is an outdoor products business that has become synonymous with the creation of dream outdoor spaces. Back in 1988, Matt Curtain co-founded Melbourne Brick on
Outdoor Design2 min read
New Lease On Life
IF YOU WANT TO GIVE YOUR OUTDOOR AREAS a new lease on life, paving is the perfect place to start. Paving is a long-term investment that adds value to your home. While aesthetic appeal is important, durability, strength and ease of maintenance are ess
Outdoor Design2 min read
Rock Steady
THE WORD “GABION” IS DERIVED FROM AN Italian word meaning “big cage” — and that’s exactly what it is. A gabion is a cage made from wire mesh that is filled with stones or recycled materials such as concrete or brick. Gabions have a wide range of uses
Outdoor Design2 min read
Built To Last
ONCE MAINLY SEEN IN COMMERCIAL PROJECTS, gabions have become a popular inclusion in the home garden and for one very good reason — their versatility. For blocks with steep gradients they make excellent retaining walls. Alternatively, they can be used
Outdoor Design2 min read
Without Equal
BAMSTONE BLUESTONE OFFERS UNSURPASSED quality and versatility. This superior stone is quarried from the basalt plains around beautiful Port Fairy in Victoria’s south-west. These are the third-largest volcanic plains in the world, formed during volcan
Outdoor Design2 min read
Turn To Stone
IF YOU WANT AN UPMARKET ALTERNATIVE TO traditional bricks or an elegant stone for your next landscaping project, Wistow bluestone is the natural choice. This richly coloured, ageless Australian stone is the perfect choice for any outdoor application,
Outdoor Design2 min read
Naturally Better
JAFFA LIMESTONE’S CATCHPHRASE HAS ALWAYS been “The beauty of limestone with the strength of concrete” and this is well and truly captured in the range of unique limestone blocks, pavers and building products available through this growing South Austr
Outdoor Design2 min read
Symphony Of Stone
FROM THE GRANITE PAVING AROUND THE POOL TO the limestone-clad outdoor fireplace, this spectacular property in Clear Island Waters on the Gold Coast is a well-orchestrated symphony of natural stone — all of it supplied by Neo Rox Concepts. This contem
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Style For Life
DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED ON QUEENSLAND’ Sunshine Coast, Rainware outdoor showers are tailor-made to withstand Australia’s harsh climatic conditions, make a design statement, and meet all your leisure requirements. With an emphasis on quality and wor
Outdoor Design8 min read
Essentials
Bring some Scandinavian cool or coastal chic to your outdoor room with simple-to-install Glosswood Prefinished Lining Boards from the Palette Collection. These real-timber boards come ready to install on walls and ceilings, which is an easy propositi
Outdoor Design3 min read
Depth In Design
IT’S ALL ABOUT HOW YOU SET UP IN THE beginning. Coming from a background as a chef, I can tell you that if you aren’t prepped, cleaned and organised well before service, you know it’s not going to be pretty! A major landscape project requires the sam

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