ESSENDON II
The garden for this project in Essendon responds to a heritage façade, balancing minimal formality with subtle gestures of layering and softness. The front garden is anchored by an existing Liquidambar tree, while a long steel reflection pond frames the entrance, inviting visitors to pause before stepping across to the home. Bluestone paving and carefully placed sculpture provide a quiet dialogue with the property’s heritage, linking past and present. A central courtyard divides the original dwelling from the modern addition, integrating seating and a productive garden that allows natural light to penetrate the interior. At the rear, clean lines define the pool and alfresco areas, with a planted isolation moat and minimal hedging enhancing sightlines and privacy. The overall palette is restrained, emphasizing simplicity, calm, and clarity of form, creating a contemporary garden that complements the architecture while maintaining a subtle, enduring elegance.
SCOPE OF WORKS Landscape design
Pool Design Plant and tree sourcing and supply


ARCHITECT: SYNC  BUILDER: LIVING EDGE GROUP
INTERIORS: MIM DESIGN



Contemporary garden design in Essendon featuring a sculptural stone feature, clipped hedging, ornamental trees and an expansive lawn.
Heritage brick residence framed by formal hedging, established trees and layered garden planting in Essendon.
Linear steel reflection pond alongside bluestone entrance steps, formal hedging and a restored heritage home in Essendon.
Contemporary stone pathway leading to a restored heritage home, framed by mature trees and sculptural garden planting.
Heritage brick residence with formal garden hedging, flowering shrubs and established ornamental trees.
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