Landscaping for cooler weather
30 April, 2018 by Matt Leacy | Supplied by: Landart LandscapesMatt Leacy shares landscaping, styling and construction tips for the cooler months.
Top tips for designing pools
12 March, 2018 by Steve Taylor, COS Design, on behalf of Landscaping Victoria | Supplied by: Landscaping VictoriaAward-winning pool and landscape designer Steve Taylor shares his tips to help your client realise their backyard dream.
Pool Systems Ledge Lounger in-pool furniture
24 January, 2018 | Supplied by: Pool SystemsThe Ledge Lounger in-pool sun lounger from Pool Systems is lightweight, colourfast and durable.
Modular Wall Systems aluminium fence postings
21 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Modular Wall SystemsModular Wall Systems has released aluminium post options for its SlimWall and VogueWall fencing solutions. The lightweight posts are specifically designed to withstand the harsh Australian climate and are particularly suited to coastal and pool-adjacent applications.
How to move clients from design to construction (faster)
25 September, 2017 by Shah Turner* | Supplied by: Pitch BoxMost residential landscape designers and design-build landscape contractors take longer than they should to guide their clients from the design and costing phase of a project into the construction phase. I'd like to discuss it with you here, in the hope it might help business owners to assess and address their own situation.
Swimming pool designs shine at AILDM National Landscape Design Awards
12 September, 2017 by Alice Richard | Supplied by: Australian Institute of Landscape Designers & ManagersAustralia's top landscape designs have been named at the 2017 AILDM National Landscape Design Awards. The winning entries were announced on 26 August at the National Art School in Sydney.
Pentair MagicBowl Water Effects water feature
31 August, 2017 | Supplied by: Pentair Water Australia Pty LtdSculpted from a durable, UV-resistant material, the Pentair MagicBowl Water Effects with FireFX LED lights is an attractive addition to a poolscape. During the day it is a water feature and at night it resembles a flowing bowl of fire.
Designers and contractors working together
31 July, 2017 by Karen Staunton-Ross on behalf of the Australian Institute of Landscape Designers & Managers (AILDM) | Supplied by: Australian Institute of Landscape Designers & ManagersLiaising with a designer in the early stages of a project ensures time and energy are used most effectively by everyone. It is worth developing a relationship with a few designers you can call on for ideas and inspiration. Different designers will have varying approaches to a job and will offer a variety of services.
New CEO for LNA Master Landscapers Association
17 July, 2017 by Alice Richard | Supplied by: LNA Master Landscapers AssociationJulie Krieger has been announced as the new chief executive officer of the LNA Master Landscapers Association, effective immediately.
Non-slip and puddle-free: resin-bound permeable paving for pool surrounds
28 June, 2017 by Mike Dawkins, New Dawn Permeable Paving | Supplied by: New Dawn Permeable PavingIf you're choosing which material to use for a pool surround, your first thoughts are probably options that have been on the market for years. However, while materials like travertine are popular, they don't drain water very efficiently, which can lead to slip hazards. If safety is one of your top design considerations, then permeable paving should be on your list.
Form and function: installing pool fencing that won't ruin your client's outdoor aesthetic
17 May, 2017 by Matt Leacy, Founder and Creative Director, Landart Landscapes | Supplied by: Landart LandscapesWith council laws across the nation requiring property owners to have pool fences, the balance between legal compliance and great landscape design is becoming increasingly difficult to strike. And it's important to get it right. After all, our clients can potentially lose thousands of dollars in property value if they install a pool fence that detracts from their outdoor aesthetic.
Landscape company doubles ROI and increases productivity by 15%
03 May, 2017 | Supplied by: Verizon Connect Australia Pty LtdMarsupial Landscape Management noticed it had become impossible to prove to customers that staff had turned up to their site. The company sought out Fleetmatics GPS vehicle tracking to support its claims and help eliminate disputes.
Amplifying the backyard with audiovisual design
17 April, 2017 by Mike NantzI think of AV holistically — as a way to further blend the indoor and the outdoor and create exterior rooms. Providing sound, television and even video projection to the mix prompts us to consider what happens when someone moves through the landscape and how they intend to use their aquatic spaces.
Coastal classic: water-edge garden
11 April, 2017 | Supplied by: Urban EscapeWhen you are blessed with such a breathtaking waterside location, you need to do everything you can to maximise the view and ensure a seamless connection between house, garden and water's edge.
2017 pool trends — what's hot?
27 March, 2017 by Josh Harrison, Harrison's Landscaping, on behalf of LNA Master Landscapers Association | Supplied by: LNA Master Landscapers AssociationPool design is currently going through a renaissance as pool owners look for a more refined, simple design. The days of flashy glass windows and swim-up bars are behind us.
