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Top Perth Landscaping Trends to Watch in 2026

Welcome to 2026, a year where Perth outdoor living spaces are undergoing a remarkable transformation. As homeowners increasingly view their backyards as essential extensions of their indoor living areas, the demand for innovative, sustainable, and highly functional outdoor environments has never been higher. Whether you are looking to revitalize a suburban block in Joondalup or design a coastal oasis in Cottesloe, understanding the current shifts in outdoor aesthetics and f

Oct 21, 20265 min read

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Landscape Design vs Garden Renovation: Which Do You Need?

If your Perth garden is difficult to use, looking tired or no longer suits your household, you may be weighing up landscape design against garden renovation. The terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but they describe different parts of a landscaping project. Design sets out what the garden should become; renovation improves or replaces an existing outdoor space. Many projects need both. The right choice depends on the condition of your garden, the changes you want t

Oct 21, 20267 min read

Field note

Pool Landscaping Ideas That Transform Your Backyard Oasis

A well-designed pool area should do more than look attractive. It needs to suit Perth’s climate, make everyday use comfortable and safe, and connect the pool with the rest of your outdoor living space. Thoughtful Pool Landscaping can provide shade, privacy and practical paths while helping your backyard feel cohesive rather than like a pool placed in an empty yard. Perth’s hot, dry summers, strong sun and water-conscious conditions make plant selection, surface materi

Oct 18, 20268 min read

Review

What Is a Landscape Master Plan, and Do You Need One?

A landscape master plan is a coordinated design for the outdoor areas of a property. It shows how the garden, paths, entertaining spaces, planting and other features can work together, both now and over time. Rather than deciding on each improvement separately, a master plan gives you a clear direction for the whole site. For Perth property owners, this can be especially useful. Local gardens need to respond to hot, dry summers, winter rainfall, sandy or clay soils,

Oct 18, 20268 min read