Example of Southern Craft Landscapes work
Make the entrance easy to use
Start with the route from the driveway to the front door. Think about where visitors walk, how gates open and where bins need to pass. Access widths matter, especially when carrying shopping or moving equipment. Keep planting clear of these routes and consider which existing features already help the entrance work. Photos taken from both the street and the doorway give Tom a useful starting point.
Balance lawn and street-facing planting
A lawn can provide an open area, while garden beds soften boundaries and frame the house. The right balance depends on sunlight, available space and how much upkeep you want. Consider where mowing becomes awkward and whether a bed would be more practical. Natural lawn and synthetic turf have different preparation and maintenance needs; discuss those before deciding, rather than choosing on appearance alone.
Explore lawn installation, synthetic turf and custom pathways.
Choose finishes that belong with the house
Look at the colours and textures of the driveway, walls and entry before selecting path materials or edging. Repeating a few compatible finishes can tie the front yard together without making every surface identical. Leave room for plants to grow and for routine watering, pruning and sweeping. Tom can discuss the proposed scope and preparation in your quote, including how paths and beds can be completed together.
What to send Tom
Based in Busselton, Southern Craft Landscapes serves Dunsborough, Bunbury and the South West. Ask for a free, no-obligation quote to discuss a practical starting point. Send Tom:
Send photos from the street and front door, access widths, features to keep or remove, sunlight and your priorities.
Can we retain parts of the existing garden?
Yes, discuss the plants and features you want to keep. Their condition, location and the proposed work will help determine the layout.
Should I choose natural or artificial lawn?
Discuss sunlight, use and upkeep with Tom. Site preparation and maintenance differ, so neither option suits every front yard.
Can paths and garden beds be combined?
Yes. Planning them together helps coordinate access, bed edges and surfaces. Your quote will confirm the included work.