Looking for landscape architects in Sydney, but not sure whether you need a landscape architect, landscape designer, landscaper or DA landscape plan? Dapple Landscape Design helps Sydney homeowners, builders, strata managers and commercial clients create practical, attractive and council-ready outdoor spaces.
Led by qualified designer Julian Saw, Dapple Landscape Design provides professional landscape design support across Sydney, the Blue Mountains and surrounding regions. We prepare custom landscape plans for new homes, renovations, pools, sloping blocks, small gardens, strata properties and development applications.
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Sydney landscape design studio established in 2013
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DA landscape plans, planting plans, hardscape plans and concept designs
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Residential, strata and commercial landscape design support
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On-site consultations across Sydney and online consultations Australia-wide
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Experienced with council-ready documentation and practical plant selection
Call 1300 DAPPLE (1300 327 753) to discuss your landscape design project.
Landscape Architect, Landscape Designer or Landscaper — What Do You Need?
Many Sydney property owners search for a landscape architect when they actually need professional landscape design advice, DA landscape plans or a detailed garden plan. The right service depends on your project, council requirements and the level of documentation needed.
A landscape designer can help you plan the layout, planting, outdoor entertaining areas, pool surrounds, paths, levels, materials and overall look of your garden. A landscaper usually focuses on construction and installation. A landscape architect may be required for some larger, more complex or highly technical projects.
Dapple Landscape Design focuses on professional landscape design and documentation. That means we can help you prepare clear, practical plans before you build, renovate, landscape, lodge a DA or speak with contractors.
Council-Ready Landscape Plans for Sydney Projects
If your project requires council approval, a clear landscape plan can make the process easier. Dapple prepares landscape documentation for development applications, renovations, new builds, pool projects, strata properties and commercial sites.
Depending on your site and brief, your landscape design package may include:
- DA landscape plans
- Planting plans and plant schedules
- Hardscape plans and material notes
- Construction details and landscape specifications
- Concept plans for garden renovations or new outdoor areas
- Poolside landscape design and outdoor entertaining layouts
- Advice on privacy, access, drainage, slope and site conditions
Our goal is to create plans that are not only visually appealing but also practical to build, suitable for your site, and aligned with how you want to use your outdoor space.
Why Choose Dapple Landscape Design?
Dapple Landscape Design has worked with Sydney and Blue Mountains clients since 2013, creating practical landscape plans for homes, renovations, pools, strata properties and commercial sites.
Our designs are shaped around your site, lifestyle, council requirements and long-term maintenance needs. We consider access, privacy, drainage, slope, sun exposure, planting conditions, and how the space will be used day-to-day.
Led by qualified designer Julian Saw, Dapple combines horticultural knowledge with clear documentation, helping clients move from early ideas to practical landscape plans that can support quoting, construction and council approval.
For examples of our work, view our project gallery or explore our DA landscape plans.
Sydney Landscape Design Services
Dapple Landscape Design works on a wide range of residential, strata and commercial projects across Sydney. Whether you want to refresh a small backyard, plan a new home landscape, improve a pool area or prepare documentation for council, we can tailor the design process to your needs.
Residential Landscape Design - We design front yards, backyards, side passages, pool areas, outdoor entertaining spaces and family-friendly gardens for Sydney homes. Every design considers lifestyle, maintenance, budget, privacy, planting conditions, and the property's existing character.
DA Landscape Plans - For projects requiring council submission, we can prepare DA-ready landscape plans with the level of detail your application requires. These plans may include planting schedules, hardscape details, existing site conditions and notes relevant to the proposed development.
Strata and Commercial Landscape Design - Dapple also provides landscape design support for strata and commercial sites, including shared outdoor areas, entry gardens, planting upgrades, screening, practical layouts and long-term maintenance considerations.
Online Landscape Design - For clients outside Sydney or projects that do not require an on-site visit, Dapple can provide online garden design support using photos, plans, measurements, surveys and a clear project brief.
Areas We Service Across Sydney
Dapple Landscape Design works across Sydney, the Blue Mountains and surrounding regions, including Western Sydney, Penrith, Parramatta, Camden, Liverpool, Blacktown, Campbelltown, the Hills Shire, the North Shore, Northern Beaches, Sutherland Shire, Bondi, Mosman, the Eastern Suburbs and the Inner West.
We also provide online landscape design consultations for clients outside Sydney who can supply photos, site measurements, plans and project details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a landscape architect or a landscape designer?
For many residential projects, a professional landscape designer can prepare the concept plans, planting plans and DA landscape documentation needed to move the project forward. Larger or highly technical projects may require additional consultants depending on council, engineering or architectural requirements.
Can Dapple prepare DA landscape plans?
Yes. Dapple prepares council-ready landscape plans for Sydney projects, including new homes, renovations, pools and development applications.
Can you design around an existing pool or outdoor area?
Yes. We can design around existing pools, patios, paths, retaining walls, garden beds, trees and outdoor entertaining areas. The design can improve layout, planting, privacy, usability and visual appeal.
Do you work across all of Sydney?
Yes. Dapple works across Sydney, the Blue Mountains and surrounding regions, and also provides online landscape design consultations for clients outside the area.
What should I prepare before contacting Dapple?
Useful information includes site photos, a survey or house plans if available, your council requirements, your budget range, examples of gardens you like and a short explanation of how you want to use the space.
Ready to plan your Sydney landscape design project?
Call Julian on 1300 DAPPLE (1300 327 753) or visit the Contact Us page to get started.