Outside In Landscape Design by Denise

Outside In Landscape Design by Denise Outside In creates inspiring & functional Landscape Design solutions to suit your home and lifestyle

A considered reworking of form, level, and outlook.Originally built in 2009, the external spaces lacked cohesion — the e...
03/05/2026

A considered reworking of form, level, and outlook.

Originally built in 2009, the external spaces lacked cohesion — the entry sequence felt flat, planter boxes underperformed, and the connection between alfresco and pool was unresolved, with an overbearing outlook to the neighbouring shed.

The design introduces a refined colour palette, softening the façade, while stone-clad planters, composite timber decking, and overhead steel elements bring texture, warmth, and definition to the arrival.

To the rear, the alfresco is redefined as a dedicated outdoor cooking zone. The removal of the existing poolside water feature allowed for increased wall height, introducing stone cladding for textural depth while screening the neighbouring view. Hanging planter boxes beyond soften the built form and add a layered green backdrop.

Level inconsistencies are resolved through a continuous deck, creating a seamless transition to the pool and a usable spill-out space, complemented by a louvred roof for flexible shelter.

A previously underutilised area to the rear is reimagined as a secondary retreat, ensuring the entire site is resolved with clarity and intent.

Landscape Design Team

29/04/2026

Funny how Instagram can lead you somewhere
completely unexpected.

A small networking event, an instant connection, and
suddenly being invited into a home I’d only ever seen
through a screen.

Drew and Nikki’s loft is exactly what you imagine — and
more. Layers of greenery climbing from floor to ceiling,
softening every edge and completely transforming the
space into something immersive.

A reminder that the spaces we’re drawn to online can feel
even more special in person.

Looking forward to many more hangs with these
beautiful souls at their amazing home
tnk.loft






From car parking bay to plunge pool retreat.With a new garage planned at the lower end of the property, significant reta...
16/04/2026

From car parking bay to plunge pool retreat.

With a new garage planned at the lower end of the property, significant retaining was required to accommodate the future driveway.

This became the catalyst to completely rethink how the existing parking area could
function, and how to better connect the main residence with the separate studio.

With ramped access in mind, an initial idea for a small plunge pool evolved into a reworking of the broader layout. By aligning the design with the proposed retaining strategy, the space was transformed into a cohesive poolside courtyard.

The pool anchors the space, while surrounding levels and circulation resolve what was once a disconnected threshold. It now flows seamlessly into an outdoor shower and a sunken conversation pit, ensuring the compact
footprint is fully utilised without residual or underperforming zones.

A considered response to site constraints — where structure, function, and experience come together.

Excited to see this project come to life with

Landscape Design and Team

30 years in this industry.A journey that didn’t go to plan, but shaped everything I do today.I started with $10 and a bu...
31/03/2026

30 years in this industry.

A journey that didn’t go to plan, but shaped everything I do today.

I started with $10 and a bucket.

The rest came through experience, hard work, and a love for what I do.

Here is the raw truth behind who I am.

Photography

From a site plan + drone footage… to THIS 🤯Designing a sloping rural block without stepping on site? That’s next-level v...
24/02/2026

From a site plan + drone footage… to THIS 🤯

Designing a sloping rural block without stepping on site? That’s next-level visualisation.

By reading the contours, understanding the fall, and mapping how water moves, we shape the land instead of fighting it. Retaining walls terrace the slope naturally. Rock clusters look like they’ve always belonged. Paths follow the flow.

Smart design works with the land — not against it. 💚

What if a rural property could feel both expansive and beautifully defined the moment you arrive?✨ RURAL LANDSCAPE TRANS...
02/12/2025

What if a rural property could feel both expansive and beautifully defined the moment you arrive?

✨ RURAL LANDSCAPE TRANSFORMATION ✨

What began as an open, undeveloped expanse has been reimagined into a welcoming, structured and immersive arrival experience, and an outdoor living space that now forms the true heart of the property.

The redesigned entrance establishes a clear sense of arrival — defined by layered planting, textural stone, and a framed gateway that guides the eye toward the architecture. The existing alfresco has been transformed into a fully resolved entertaining hub featuring a dedicated pizza bar, integrated dining spaces, a wisteria-covered pergola, and an outdoor cinema that connects seamlessly with the surrounding garden rooms.

This project demonstrates how considered landscape design can elevate rural living, creating spaces that feel intentional, cohesive, and deeply connected to their environment.

What happens when you swap empty grass for a living, breathing ecosystem?You create a space that gives back — to nature,...
28/11/2025

What happens when you swap empty grass for a living, breathing ecosystem?
You create a space that gives back — to nature, to wildlife, and to your own well-being. 💚

From weaving winding paths through pollinator-friendly planting to carving out quiet corners beneath flowering canopies, this garden now feels like a deep exhale — a place where life hums, blooms, and settles into balance.

Here’s why transforming land with nature is so powerful:
🌸 Boosts mental well-being — Immersing yourself in natural colour, movement, and scent helps you feel calmer, more grounded, and more connected.

🌿 Supports healthy living — Fresh herbs, home-grown produce, and time outdoors naturally nourish body and mind.

🐝 Nurtures ecosystems — Layered planting invites birds, bees, butterflies and beneficial insects, building resilience from the soil up.

🏡 Aligns home life with nature — Creating spaces that flow between indoors and out enriches daily routines and turns the garden into a sanctuary.

💫 Cultivates resilience — A biodiverse garden adapts, regenerates, and supports long-term environmental health — and the same is true for the people who spend time in it.

What was once a blank paddock is now a place of sanctuary, nourishment, and quiet joy… a reminder that when we care for the land, it cares for us right back. 🌾💛

Whimsical planting meets architectural form 🌸This landscape design for a backyard renovation in the heart of West Perth ...
11/09/2025

Whimsical planting meets architectural form 🌸

This landscape design for a backyard renovation in the heart of West Perth features a raised concrete swimming pool framed by meadow-style planting. Existing structures were largely retained, while the undercover area was redefined to incorporate a functional storage shed and a sheltered entertaining space.

Grateful to work with a client who embraces colour and adores Fenton & Fenton — the epitome of bold, playful palettes.

Carr St Project
Landscape Architecture

Small Balcony, Big Ideas 🌿Paddington Central NSWWhen the view is stunning but the neighbouring building isn’t, smart des...
07/08/2025

Small Balcony, Big Ideas 🌿Paddington Central NSW

When the view is stunning but the neighbouring building isn’t, smart design makes all the difference.

This compact balcony came with plenty of challenges: tight access, no fixings allowed, and a next-door eyesore. The solution? A custom welded planter, clad with Axon with grid mesh trellis to screen out the ugly and built-in seating for lounging with moveable daybed on castors that faces the view.

The daybed cleverly rolls out to allow access to the property’s balcony light for maintenance (even though the owners never use it).

Every element is freestanding, functional, and designed to work around the restrictions without compromising the outcome.

Balony Design
3D Renders


Lawn Lovers Meet Poolside Bliss 💦🌿Perth, Western AustraliaDesigning a backyard pool doesn’t have to mean losing the gard...
05/08/2025

Lawn Lovers Meet Poolside Bliss 💦🌿Perth, Western Australia

Designing a backyard pool doesn’t have to mean losing the garden. For this project, the owners were passionate about keeping as much lawn and garden as possible—so the solution was a raised concrete plunge pool with a surrounding garden moat, eliminating the need for pool fencing and integrating seamlessly with the existing landscape.

A custom spiral staircase with steel mesh steps leads to the elevated platform, allowing glimpses of the groundcovers below and reducing visual bulk. The spiral form echoes the architecture of the home, adding sculptural interest without overpowering the space.

An unused, gated-off corner was also transformed into a cosy spill-out zone for entertaining—complete with built-in seating and off-form concrete fireplace, showing how even the smallest spaces can become the most loved.

CLAREMONT PROJECT
Landscape Design
3D Renders

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