Landscape Design
We take pride & great care for the aesthetic spaces we create.
The first step begins with the Initial Consultation
Understanding your needs, wants, and aspirations for your ideal garden, are what interest us most. You will no doubt wish to understand more about how we carry out your design process, so that will be explained. Seeing the existing garden space and determining what’s possible will be discussed.
At Whyte Gardens we offer two options to carry out the consultation: An online consultation which allows you greater flexibility of available hours and while in the comfort of your own home, you can view a monitor while sharing our screens and discuss options. Or we can have an onsite visit at your home.
Concept Design
A common concern voiced by clients to us, is around a designer running off on their own ideas and not creating to the clients’ desires. At Whyte Gardens we believe each garden is an expression of your unique appreciation of styling and importance of how the garden should function. To that end, we ask lots of questions and offer a design as a ‘suggestion’ and then revise it based on your feedback. We also offer our extensive experience and creativity to allow you to extend beyond your own ideas, if that is to your choosing. How the Concept Design is brought about:
- We visit site and walk around with you to determine the overall theme for the garden. At this time we also take our measurements.
- Within a day or two we email you a written brief for your approval.
- A few weeks later on a Zoom meeting, we will present you a ‘Layout’ of your garden where we discuss the concept and any revisions you may desire. Along with this is an estimated cost for landscaping.
- The next meeting is to present the revised design along with all plants, materials and finishes. There may be some further revision and once completed, we will provide a construction quotation for you.
Master Plan
The final step of the design process is where we discuss exact materials, plants, and finishes. You’ll be able to see how every last piece fits together to create your most perfect vision. This is where your garden fully blossoms to life.
So many designers & builders miss out on key details that prevent your garden from being compliant. Not at Whyte Gardens.
From council requirements to building permits and everything in between, our team researches & secures all of them. You’ll never have to stress about a visit from your local officials!
Whyte Gardens Design Services include…
- An initial walkthrough of your garden to understand its theme & take measurements as required
- Complete access to our expert design team as we listen to your input & create your unique layout
- Research to discover if any compliance hurdles may interfere with the design, so you never have to stress about your garden’s compliance
Designing your perfect garden is a process that requires flexibility, creativity, and innovation. At Whyte Gardens, we’re honoured to help you every step of the way so you leave with a design that you’re absolutely thrilled about.
Common Questions
Do you have a particular design style you stick to?
The simple answer is No! For you to love your garden, it should be designed authentically to your taste or style you appreciate.
Please read more here:How to avoid creating a cookie-cutter garden
What does an Initial Consultation involve?
Online consultations are done by first having you send us photos or house plans that we use during the consult.
Onsite consultations are about walking around the garden and discussing options.
This is your time to find out about us and for us to understand your goals.
What locations do you work in?
We have designed for clients as far away as Port Fairy. Most of our projects are Melbourne Metro and Mornington Peninsula.
If I have a landscape design can you just provide a landscaping quotation?
If your design is detailed sufficiently, we can provide a landscape quotation for you.
When is the best time to start a landscape design for a new-build home?
So long as architect drawings are complete and the permits issued to build a new home, even if the existing home hasn't been knocked down, we should start a design.
Please read more here:Knockdown/Rebuild Homes in Melbourne: A guide to Landscaping success
What is the difference between a Concept Design & a Master Plan?
A Concept Design is about helping you visualise the layout of all the elements and how it will all look.
A Master Plan is about taking the concept and detailing all plants, materials, and finishes.
Do you also do landscaping?
Yes, we design and build.
Do you create working drawings?
Yes, our design team will create all plans necessary for our landscape team to use to build your garden
Do I need a Landscape Architect or Landscape Designer?
To answer this properly, please read the following: What's the difference between a Landscape Designer and a Landscape Architect
Do you design pools?
Yes.
The common error made is thinking landscaping surrounds a pool, when in fact a pool sits in the landscape.
All elements of a garden need designed to ensure aesthetic and functional needs are met.
Will your design team be part of the landscaping works?
Our designers have created a vision for your future and your relationship with them as creators is important until the garden is fully built.
Our designers liaise with our in-house landscape team as well as the pool builder, kitchen installer, louvre roof installer, and many more trades.
Here’s What A Few of Our Clients Have to Say About their Garden Transformations:
"The final design blew me away."
"So much interest and detail was put into the visual aspect of both front and back gardens. I love my decking, plants used and my outdoor BBQ area. What a difference it makes to use a landscape architect who is sensitive to your needs, with the end result being a garden that is so pleasing to the eye. Whyte Gardens thorough and professional approach was constant throughout the whole design and implementation process."
Rosa Lanteri
"We were lucky to have a personal recommendation to approach Whyte Gardens and consider their design for our lakeside retreat."
"The task was challenging with tight local regulations and a difficult block with which to work. We were delighted with their initial design and their professionalism in the build phase. They transformed the block into a landscape of which we are very proud. The design is sensitive to both the local community and to our home."
Mark & Julie Umstad"
“Andrew and his team were very professional and helpful.
They did an exceptional job of my courtyard, the team were friendly and helpful and I am very happy with the end result. I highly recommend Whyte Gardens.”
Alexandra Smith
“The team went above and beyond to make my dream garden a reality and have it ready by Christmas.”
Sharne Young
Whatever Your Vision is for Your Perfect Garden, We’re Excited to Bring It to Life
by Managing the Entire Design & Construction Process, So you can finally relax & bask in the beauty of your beautiful outdoor space.