Throwback to a job from 87′ – this South Melbourne garden has stood the test of time. There is nothing like a bit of tropicana to fight off the winter blues. So please sit back, relax, pour yourself a cocktail and enjoy! This wonderfully tropical garden was designed by the one and only – Rick […] Read more
This grand and slightly gothic Victorian mansion had the bones of a suitably formal garden with rich green Cypress Hedges and double tiered Box Hedges clipped to within an inch of their life. Not really our style, nor that of the energetic young family who purchased the property. Elements of the existing garden were working […] Read more
We have spent a good amount of time in gardens over the years and have learned some valuable lessons along the way. Whether you are revamping your current garden or you are starting from scratch, these wonderful tips will stand you in good stead. Quality not quantity Poor quality plant stock often needs replacing […] Read more
At E-GA, we like a point of difference. Our gardens feature unique planting combinations that complement and contrast in equal measure. We are pleased to share one such garden with you. Freshly planted just nine months ago, this Elsternwick garden – architecture by Clare Cousins Architects, is already showing signs of things to come. A heritage […] Read more
Encouraging exploration is all about breaking away from the norm. Published in the current edition of House & Garden, Myles shares how he created a wonderfully lush and timeless garden. Click here to read all about it. Read more
The brief for this Albert Park project was to create an enticing, low maintenance and family friendly garden; one that complemented the chic timber interiors and fine joinery details by Tandem Design Studio. Flexibility and connection to the indoors was key. A fluid transition between indoor and outdoor rooms – designed for play and relaxation. With […] Read more
Tight spaces are no problem for us. Published in the current edition of House & Garden is Scott’s ingenious solution for one such garden. Click here to find out more. Stunning photography by Jeremy Blode. Read more
We designed this Toorak garden in 2002, since then it has grown into something rather wonderful. A recent revamp to the front has seen additional plantings and tweaks over the past year, a natural part of any garden’s evolution. Tactile layers and contrasting textures – this garden has the best of both. Wisteria frames the […] Read more
Published in the January edition of Green is the unique Musk Cottage. Click here to read the full article and learn about how the ten acres of wonderfulness came about. Read more
With summer just around the corner, we thought it would be a good idea to share a rather delicious plant-based cocktail recipe with you. Lemon Myrtle Lemonade tastes as good as it sounds. Served up with gin, sparkling water and finger limes – it is guaranteed to hit the spot. Recipe and specs by […] Read more
Sometimes the smaller scale projects inspire the most innovative design solutions. This Hawthorn garden, designed in conjunction with Neil Architecture is a prime example. The garden had its many challenges, from tight narrow boundary beds to shallow roof garden planters. Vertical creepers and rich swathes of foliage were the solution. Corners of the courtyard are […] Read more
This year E-GA has three gardens open as part of the Garden DesignFest. Over forty professionally designed will be open across Melbourne over two weekends on 12th and 13th November and on 19th and 20th November. Mornington Peninsula Garden – Musk Cottage (open 12th and 13th November) Musk Cottage has been a pet project of Rick Eckersley and the E-GA design team […] Read more
We first blogged this Hampton garden and the Concrete House, designed by Matt Gibson Architecture, when it was completed a little over a year ago. You can read about the design in the previous post here. Since then it has settled in nicely. We thought we would share some highlights of the landscape design with you. This beautifully […] Read more
For some people, the thought of mass planting trees in a small garden space is inconceivable, however here at E-GA it is the use of plants that really encapsulates the essence of an E-GA garden. The way that being enveloped in greenery and enjoying a true garden can elicit an emotional response. The use of tree canopies is integral […] Read more
This little property in Elwood is one that is crying out for the E-GA touch. Working alongside Benichou Architects, the garden design will be sympathetic to the period features of the front, while exploring a more contemporary look out the back. Apart from the large Canary Island Date Palm which the client is keen to retain, […] Read more
Published in the current edition of Green is this St Kilda garden where E-GA was engaged to design the landscape alongside Clare Cousins Architects. Click here to read the full article and learn about Myles’ design intent behind the garden. Read more
We blogged this Parkville garden when it was first planted just over a year ago, so we thought we’d share some new shots of the garden’s progress. These recent photos taken by Jeremy Blode Photography really show how different a space can feel once the plants take hold. The refined planting palette unifies the space and presents a […] Read more
An understated entry and single storey residence offers a snippet of what lies beyond. Fine foliaged Gleditsia canopies rise up beyond the front brick wall while a generous oversized deck connects to the front living room – creating an outdoor living/entertaining space that still feels private. Greening of the narrow driveway space with overhanging Gleditsia, wired Star Jasmine […] Read more
