Marrickville
The Journey
Designed to maximise both street appeal and everyday functionality, this project completely reimagined the front of the property into a vibrant, contemporary landscape inspired by natural forms and organic movement. Rather than a traditional front garden, the design focuses on creating an inviting journey through the space, using curved pathways, layered planting and handcrafted landscape features to soften the home’s street frontage.
At the heart of the project is a network of sweeping exposed aggregate pathways that weave through lush garden beds, connecting a bespoke recycled brick seating area, natural stone gabion walls and feature hardwood decking. Carefully selected planting, subtle landscape lighting and a fully automated irrigation system complete the transformation, ensuring the garden continues to thrive with minimal maintenance.
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Job Specifications
- Project Duration: 2 months
- Complete front landscape transformation
- Curved aggregate pathways
- Custom corten steel edging throughout
- Feature gabion walls
- Recycled brick seating feature with hardwood decking
- Extensive feature planting
- Automated irrigation system
- Architectural landscape lighting
- Integrated drainage solutions
Features and Finishers
- Pathways: stone set permeable paving
- Garden Edging: Custom corten steel edging
- Feature Walls: Natural stone gabion walls
- Feature Seating: Recycled brick with hardwood timber decking
- Planting: A diverse blend of native and climate-suited species selected for year-round colour, texture and seasonal interest
- Lighting: Low-voltage architectural garden lighting
- Irrigation: Fully automated irrigation system
The Result
More than just a front garden, this project creates a memorable arrival experience that immediately sets the tone for the home beyond. The flowing layout, rich mix of materials and layered planting work together to create a landscape that feels established, welcoming and full of character—one that will continue to mature beautifully for years to come.