Landscape Design
At the heart of landscape design lies the vision to create environments that are both aesthetically captivating and functionally enriching, enhancing the quality of life for all who inhabit them
Tristan Smith offers comprehensive residential landscape design services tailored to the unique needs of Brisbane and surounds.
Step into a journey of possibilities.
At Tristan Smith Landscape Designs, we will work closely with you to create a tailored landscape design that is suited to your lifestyle. Whether you’re renovating an existing garden or have a new build, we pride ourselves on producing a design that is functional and achievable.
1. Consultation
2. Preliminary Design
Once you are happy to commence your garden journey with us, Tristan will draft a preliminary plan outlining plant options, colour schemes, and material selections. Mood boards and palettes bring the vision closer to reality, ensuring alignment with your initial brief and clear clarity of your end result.
3. Concept Plan
With a clear idea of the end result, Tristan will draft a scaled concept plan outlining final material selection and planting placement.
4. Design Execution
After you receive your concept plan you can you can handover your drawings to one of Tristan’s recommended landscapers or a landscaper of your choice. Alternatively you may wish to continue to have Tristan involved in organising the construction of your project, ensuring the design is constructed as intended, producing any construction documentation or addressing design changes. .
A clear path forward.
With your plans in hand, you will have everything you need, from measurements, to construction materials and plant schedules, to source quotes from construction contractors or suppliers
Construction Ready
Your concept plan will serve as a comprehensive guide for engaging with builders and suppliers. We can recommend trusted partners and offer project management to oversee the realisation of your design.
Maintenance Friendly
Maintenance needs are considered from the outset, favouring low-upkeep plants where possible. For designs with higher maintenance demands, Tristan provides early advisement and solutions for ongoing care.
What’s included in your Master Plan?
Landscape design merges the artistry of design with the science of horticulture to craft outdoor spaces that fulfill aesthetic, functional, and ecological goals. We provide:
Horticultural Advice
Plant selection that is suited to your local climate and soil, aligning with the aesthetic and functional vision of your space.
Structural Advice
Strategically planning the placement of paths, water features, seating areas, and other elements to achieve a coherent flow.
Functional Design
Creating gardens that are useable, finctonal and meet the needs of your daily needs.
Artistic flare
Utilising colour, texture, and form to elevate the space’s visual impact.
Professional Drawings
A thorough and complete concept Plan detailed your landscape design, mood board, measurements and plant selection.
Professional design.
Profound advice.
There are many benefits of working with a professional landscape designer including:
- Plant Wisdom: Trust in our expert selection of plants, design styles, and layouts suited to Brisbane’s climate.
- Experienced Guidedance: Experience the journey with Tristan as your knowledgeable guide from concept to creation.
- Clear Quotations: Gain clarity and consistency when seeking quotes from landscapers and suppliers.
- Efficiency: Save time and effort by avoiding the DIY route.
- Expertise: Benefit from specialised skills and industry-standard tools for precise designs.
Landscape Design FAQ
How much does a Landscape Design Cost?
No two design quotes are the same. The design fee is based on your individual requirements. It will vary depending on the size of your property, any slopes on the site, the complexity of the design elements chosen and the amount of time needed to draw your master plan. Your initial consultation will allow us to determine your design scope and provide a fee proposal.
I’m located outside of Brisbane, can I still get a Design?
Yes! We service the greater Brisbane area, including Brisbane, Ipswich, Logon, Mt Tamborine, Gold Coast, Redlands. If you are outside of these areas, we also offer online consultations. Please feel free to contact us for more information.
My house has not been built yet, can I still get a design created?
Yes, we would recommend beginning the design and planning of your landscape as early as possible to incorporate indoor/outdoor spaces with your architect or building designer.
I only have a small space, can I still get a design created?
Yes. We love designing small intimate gardens from apartment balconies to large acreages and everything in between. Nothing is too small or too big.
How long does a design take?
The whole process from accepting the design quote to receiving your final plans is generally between 8-10 weeks, depending on the current workload. This may also be affected by any feedback required from councils and clients, or holiday periods (public holidays and Christmas break).