Immerse yourself in a curated collection of 25 Australian gardens. These havens-at-home are diverse, ranging from grand country estates, harbourside sanctuaries and coastal retreats to tropical resort-style hideaways and inner-city courtyards.
LANDSCAPE & GARDEN DESIGN
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point of view • Harnessing the power of its ocean-side location, this undulating site has been transformed into a showstopping retreat that invites exploration
golden touch • Utterly unique and effortlessly elegant, this refreshing urban garden strikes the ideal balance between tranquillity and vibrant energy
down by the river • With its fresh modern-coastal look and luxurious outdoor living spaces, this waterfront oasis is tailored for Queensland’s laid-back lifestyle
poetic expression • This Northern Beaches property demonstrates how a well-conceived design can create a deep and long-lasting sense of attachment to a landscape
harbourside haven • Unlocking the full potential of the outdoor spaces, this renovation has delivered bespoke garden zones that are tailor-made for resort-style living
the great escape • A highly evocative plantscape featuring an eclectic of mix of coastal species nestles a Modernist beach house into its seaside setting
in the round • With curves in all the right places and beguiling plantscapes, these gardens were designed to frame the home and conjure the charm of the coast
soft embrace • This thoughtful design features a diverse planting palette and draws on custom elements to create a tranquil oasis in a busy urban location
family values • A stellar example of design ingenuity, this project blurs the boundaries between landscape and built form, delivering a property crafted for indoor-outdoor living
by the shore • This unrivalled riverside property is an inspiring example of architecture and landscaping collaborating to frame views and connect to nature
hidden gem • A carefully curated palette of plants and natural materials integrates the distinctive manor house into its serene hinterland surrounds
lifestyle bliss • From the elegant elevated lap pool to the sunken outdoor cooking zone, this extraordinary garden caters to the family’s every entertaning need
clifftop retreat • Designed to look its very best no matter the season, this up-on-high oasis brims with coast-loving plants and beautifully textured earthy finishes
a garden with heart • This inviting immersive landscape, carved into a series of garden rooms, harmonises with the home and reflects the family’s past and present
feeding the soul • A gentle stroll around this man-made billabong and native wildflower garden, both havens of biodiversity, is a transformative experience
form and foliage • The planting palette for this exceptional garden acts as a living tapestry in which edible and ornamental plants are ingeniously interwoven
room to roam • This acreage estate is a legacy landscape in which diverse styles coalesce and spaces for enjoying time alone or entertaining the family abound
pleasure ground • From the pool to the entertaining pavilion to the shady woodland garden, the outdoor spaces that hug this heritage home frame it to perfection
paddock to paradise • The owners love to entertain and this outdoor oasis, where the living is always easy, gives friends another reason to visit the hillside haven
sense of place • Drawing inspiration from the nearby sand dunes and the sculptural form of the iconic moonah trees, this is a garden that looks right at home
memory maker • The inspired use of natural granite sets this bushland-style landscape apart, creating the perfect venue for chilling out with the family
meant to be • At every...