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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE
T H E U LT I M AT E O U T D O O R P L A N N I N G G U I D E
CONTENTS
WHY INVEST IN THE OUTDOOR ROOM 4
PROJECT PLANNING FOR SUCCESS 6
STEP ONE: WHAT DO YOU NEED? 8
STEP TWO: WHAT’S YOUR ST YLE? 10
DESIGN AND ST YLE IDEAS
HAMPTONS 12
BALINESE 15
PALM SPRINGS 16
JAPANESE 19
BALI 20
I’m prou
d to
use Adb
ri’s STEP THREE: DIY OR CONTRACTOR? 23
range o
f quality
c o n c re t
e p ro d u
cts
PL ANNING GUIDE TO
JASON
HODGES PAVING 24
Jason Hodges is Adbri’s DIY landscaping expert. RETAINING WALLS 30
In this guide, Jason shares his 20 years experience as a landscaper
and an award winning landscape designer. FIRE PITS 36
VEGGIE GARDENS 42
AUSTRALIA’S LEADING MASONRY MANUFACTURER
FINISHING TOUCHES
Adbri produces an award winning range of concrete bricks as well as Besser® Blocks, PRINCIPLES OF LANDSCAPE DESIGN 46
pavers and retaining walls throughout Australia’s East Coast, South Australia and in
LIGHTING 50
Tasmania. Big or small, we’re Always Ready to help make your next project a success.
PLAN YOUR PROJECT 52
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WHY INVEST IN THE OUTDOOR ROOM Improving your backyard is an affordable and achieveable way to drastically improve your lifestyle at home. You and your family will spend more time outdoors enjoying the fresh air and creating memories. Improving your outdoor spaces not only improves your lifestyle – it also improves the value of your home, and at a much better return than money spent on internal improvements. How often do you hear real estate agents talk about “kurb appeal” when assessing property values? This value actually grows when spent outdoors. As your garden grows, the appeal and value grows with it, while a kitchen or bathroom renovation will only depreciate once complete. As outdoor projects are far more DIY friendly than internal renovations, you have the opportunity to take on the job yourself, in your own time, putting your own signature style into it. This guide is designed to ignite your creativity and shape your vision for the project that’s right for you, while adding to the value of your home. PAGE 4 PAGE 5 THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE
PROJECT PLANNING FOR SUCCESS
EASY AS 1, 2, 3
What are your needs /
1 what are you looking to achieve?
2 What’s your style?
3 DIY or Contractor?
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STEP ONE WHAT DO YOU NEED? PAVING There are many reasons you may want or need to install new paving. Paving is great for creating a new patio entertaining area or adding a path down the wet muddy side of your house. RETAINING WALLS A finished retaining wall can provide a practical solution to your soil erosion or sloped land problems or deliver a neat addition to your home as a planted out garden bed. GARDEN BEDS There are many reasons you may want or need to install a new garden bed like; adding depth to your flat backyard, creating a defined boundary between your turf and garden bed, building a veggie patch or creating/installing a raised garden bed. PAGE 8 PAGE 9 THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE
STEP TWO
WHAT’S YOUR STYLE? ENTERTAINER
When we think of our personal style, we normally think about our
clothes and our home décor as good expressions of our personality.
Your outdoor space is another opportunity to showcase your
personal style.
Your yard and landscaping are an important part of the overall look
and functionality of your home; we’ve included 5 outdoor themes to
help you make your outdoor space a place that reflects your style.
GARDENER KID FRIENDLY
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DESIGN AND STYLE IDEAS
“ Coastal-chic styling
bought to life with a
HAMPTONS colour palette of whites
with ocean blues, neutrals
and stripes.”
The Hamptons is a famous group of towns and villages along the eastern end of Long Island that’s
best known as the luxury sea-side summer playground of the rich and famous.
The area is renowned for its coastal-chic styling “The incredibly popular Hamptons styling trend
bought to life with a colour palette of whites is not limited to indoor decorating and now, the
with ocean blues, neutrals and stripes which has Hamptons backyard, garden and entertaining
inspired renovation projects across the globe. areas have arrived” says award winning landscape
designer Jason Hodges.
Australian’s have had a love affair with the
Hamptons style for over a decade and this trend Key design themes for Hamptons gardens
has only increased through the 2020 renovation include; lush green lawns, privacy hedging,
boom. It is now beyond doubt that Hamptons paved patio areas with styled outdoor settings
style is one of the most desired design themes which are the perfect place to admire the
for Aussie homes and in 2021, the Hamptons beautifully landscaped garden.
trend is pushing from the indoors to our much
beloved outdoor areas.
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“ The essence of Bali starts with
a villa experience, a personal
DESIGN AND STYLE IDEAS
sanctuary away from your
typically busy life.” BALINESE
Bali is a holiday favourite for Australian’s with the ‘Island of the Gods’ attracting a record number
of Aussie’s in 2019 before the coronavirus pandemic halted travel.
The good news is, for less than the cost of a trip “Colour and texture are key elements to any
to Indonesia, you can bring the best of Bali to Bali garden. Think textured charcoal stepping
your backyard in a transformation that will add stone pavers, a collection of greens through the
value to your home and lifestyle. planting scheme, bamboo screens and smooth
pebbles to complete the look” says award
Homeowners can create a dream Bali inspired winning landscape designer Jason Hodges.
oasis by following some simple design
inspirations, colour schemes and clever planting
that will leave your backyard looking like a lush
Bali villa for your family to enjoy all year round.
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DESIGN AND STYLE IDEAS “ A design theme that perfectly
suits the style of our homes
with a focus on the outdoor
PALM SPRINGS areas and making the most
of the climate.”
Palm Springs boasts one of the world’s most recognisable residential ‘looks’ and right now, it’s one
of the biggest style inspirations for Australian homeowners. Made famous by mid centaury modern
designs featuring overhanging flat roofs, the iconic dry climate landscaping and accentuated
furnishings, the Palm Springs style is (literally) so hot right now!
In Australia, the Palm Springs look starts with a The Palm Springs garden is a look that can be
contemporary coastal chic design infused with easily applied to both front and backyards and is
a touch of glamour that presents in a soft pastel a style that is perfect in smaller homes but can
colour palette and feature décor pieces which equally be used to create stunning spaces in
provide the resort style feel. larger yards.
“Palm Springs is a design theme that perfectly While Palm Springs gardens look great, one of
suits the style of our homes with a focus on the reasons that they are so incredibly popular
the outdoor areas and making the most of the right now is that they are low maintenance.
climate. While there are some basic Palm Springs
principles to follow, this is a trend that allows for The plant selection requires little upkeep, turf
a modern Aussie twist with a coastal influence is kept to a minimum and the alfresco area is a
in the hardscape materials and the inclusion of concrete paver made to last so you can spend
Australian natives in planting” says award winning time enjoying, rather than maintaining your Palm
landscape designer Jason Hodges. Springs paradise.
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“ A Zen garden starts with
discipline in planning the
DESIGN AND STYLE IDEAS
space, a relaxation and
appreciation garden.” JAPANESE
For many, Japan is a holiday destination full of fascinating contrasts. It is a country where the natural
beauty of Mt Fuji, onsen baths, distinctive gardens, traditional art and ceremony meet the bustling
streets, bright lights and high tech lifestyle head on.
A trip to Japan provides a cultural immersion “Now more than ever, people want their
different to any on offer throughout South East backyards to be safe, private sanctuary’s for
Asia and over the last 10 years, low cost airlines relaxation and with this comes the trend of
have transported record numbers of Australian’s people transforming their yards from zero to
to the land of the rising sun. While visitors come Japanese zen” says award winning landscape
for the sights, they come back for the culture designer Jason Hodges.
and the feeling of being in Japan (and probably
the food)! Zen gardens are low maintenance, relaxing
and enjoyable to be in.
The good news is, Aussie homeowners can now
bring the best of Japan into their backyards with
a low cost Zen style garden.
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDEDESIGN AND STYLE IDEAS
“ A good rural inspired
garden is to treasure your
RURAL space and have discipline
around how you fill it.”
Australia is blessed with a year-round climate and an incredible natural environment.
With such beauty on our doorstep, it’s no surprise that we are passionate about the great outdoors.
For many, our fondest memories are in the “The key to designing a good rural inspired
outdoors; from camping trips and adventures at garden is to treasure your space and have
beaches, parks and even our backyards which discipline around how you fill it. I recommend
have long been a favourite place to spend time taking full advantage of the space by creating an
with family and friends. It’s for this reason that we alfresco dining area, there’s nothing that brings
strive to create beautiful backyards to enjoy the the family together like enjoying a meal away
outdoors at home. from the distractions of technology. Instead,
build a fire pit which I like to call nature’s TV,
While land sizes are getting smaller, the one it really is the must-have item in any rural
commonality in places of any size is the desire garden” says award winning landscape designer
to have a great outdoor area. In larger properties, Jason Hodges.
an Aussie inspired rural backyard is a great design
choice because they’re as practical as they are
visually pleasing.
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDESTEP THREE
DIY OR CONTRACTOR?
A key consideration is who will be doing the installation. Adbri Masonry
have a large range of DIY friendly products. We’ve also developed a
series of video tutorials and step by step guides to assist you in every
step of the project.
Doing a DIY project is very rewarding but requires thought, careful
planning, the proper tools, the right material as well as some lifting
and patience!
On the other hand, a professionally landscaped project may cost you
more but will deliver a more professional quality finish to your project.
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE“ Paving may only take up 20% of your
yard, but it draws most of your attention.
Invest in a premium paver option now
for an outdoor area you’ll never want
PLANNING GUIDE TO to upgrade.”
PAVING
HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST PRODUCT?
Whether you’re hiring a tradie or doing this as a DIY project, you
will need to ensure you pick the right product for your project.
While Adbri Masonry products are suitable for a variety of
applications, the truth is that some will perform better in certain
applications. Here are a few things to consider to pick the right
paver for your project:
APPLICATION OR PROJECT TYPE
Arguably the most important thing you will need to consider
is the type of traffic your pavers will be exposed to, either
pedestrian or vehicular.
If the project is for vehicular traffic (a driveway for example), the
paver will need to be a minimum of 50mm thick and small format,
unless you intend to install the pavers on an engineer designed
concrete base.
You should also consider the location of the pavers and the
expected frequency of use. If your pavers are going to be
used regularly in a highly visible area of your home like a new
entertaining area, it’s important to consider a quality solution that
will compliment your home. If they are to be used around a pool,
it’s vital to choose a Euro® range paver as they are the only Adbri
pavers suitable for use in saline environments.
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDESIZE AND SHAPE OF THE AREA
The size and shape of the area to be paved is an important consideration for a number of reasons. Firstly,
some pavers are well suited to certain spaces as they are easy to work with. As an example, large format
pavers can make smaller spaces appear bigger – a great design hack!
The shape of the area is also a vital consideration as it may mean that you need some cut pavers – this
involves the use of a brick saw which requires caution when operating. Paver size choice can reduce the
number of cuts you may need (if any) so it is well worth considering. If you aren’t comfortable using a
brick saw, look at pavers and designs that can reduce the number of cuts you require.
PAVING PATTERNS
There are a number of different paving patterns you can choose from and this can assist you in choosing
pavers as some are more suited for rectangular pavers and others square.
Some important things to consider are:
• Some patterns will require cuts
• 'Stretcherbond' and 'Stackbond' are considered the most DIY friendly as it requires minimal cutting and
leaves little wastage
• On a flexible base (compacted road base and sand), pavers must always be laid with a 3mm gap to
avoid the edges chipping.
SQUARE PAVERS
Stackbond Stretcherbond 45° Stackbond 45° Stackbond Step Stones
with header course
RECTANGULAR PAVERS
45° Stretcher 45° Herringbone Herringbone Stretcherbond Basketweave
with header course with header course
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDEDETERMINE PAVER QUANTITIES
In order to receive an accurate quote or to finalise your order, you will need to determine how many
pavers you will need. You can do this the easy way and use our product calculator. Alternatively, you
can do some calculations yourself to determine the total area to be paved (in square metres).
The first step is to measure the space you would like to pave and multiply the length and the width
- this will give you a total square metre figure which is suitable for recieveing a quote.
Along with the Concrete Masonry Association of Australia, we recommend that you order an extra 5%
of product to account for cuts and breakages.
FOR RECTANGULAR AREAS FOR TRIANGULAR AREAS FOR ODD SHAPED AREAS
base(m) x height(m) = area(m2) 1/2 base(m) x height(m) = area(m2) Break into sections
2m
3m 3m
Area Area Area
4m 1 2 3
5m 4m
3m 3m 2m
eg. 3m x 5m = 15m2 eg. 1/2 x 3m x 4m = 6m2 Area 1: 4m x 3m =12m2
Area 2: 6m x 3m =18m2
Area 3: 1/2m x 6m x 2m =6m2
Total area to be paved = 36m2
COLOUR AND TEXTURE
Another important consideration is the colour and texture you
require for your paving. If your paving project is an entertaining
area, courtyard or a patio, the colour and texture are important as
they will set the scene for the entire area.
Consider which paving colour will best compliment your existing
space by matching roof tiles, guttering or bricks/render.
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE“ Retaining walls don’t just have to be
functional.
Choose the right block style to make
your retaining walls one of the best
PLANNING GUIDE TO features of your yard/garden.”
RETAINING WALLS
HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST PRODUCT?
Whether you’re hiring a tradie or undertaking this as a DIY project,
you will need to ensure you pick the right product for your project.
Whilst Adbri Masonry products are suitable for a variety of projects,
the truth is that some products are better suited than others for
different applications. Here are a few things to consider to pick the
right product.
APPLICATION OR PROJECT TYPE
What is the purpose of your wall? Are you retaining land or building a
raised garden bed? Is the wall in a prominent area where people will
see, making the finished look important? All of these questions will
help determine what wall is best for you.
Adbri Masonry have a selection of products that range from budget
and basic blocks all the way through to architectural, aesthetic walls.
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDEDETERMINE HOW MANY BLOCKS YOU WILL NEED
In order to receive an accurate quote or to finalise an order of your
products, you will need to determine the quantity of blocks you need.
We’ve taken the guess work out of it and created an easy to use product
calculator! To start, you will need to know the length and height of your
wall (the number of courses you will build).
Along with the Concrete Masonry Association of Australia, we recommend
that you order an extra 5% to account for cuts and breakages.
Also, don’t forget your wall caps if necessary and corner blocks
if required!
COLOUR AND TEXTURE
If your wall will be in a prominent position in your yard or you are building
a wall that is designed to enhance your homes visual appeal, colour and
texture are very important. Look for colours that will compliment your
existing environment by considering roof tiles and guttering as well as brick
or render colours.
A textured face product would suit a traditional style home, whereas
modern homes may choose to go for a product with a contemporary stone
look or smooth finish, it’s all down to personal taste and the style and vibe
you want to create.
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDEFOOTING CONSIDERATIONS FOOTING OPTIONS
For most retaining wall projects, there are 3 options for the COMPACTED ROADBASE FOOTING
footings; compacted road base, a concrete foundation or the
20mm drainage aggregate
Torpedo™ Base Block. column and to fill block voids
The Torpedo™ Base Block is best suited to DIY projects as it is Retaining Wall blocks
the quickest and easiest to way to create a level foundation. Drainage pipe
Compacted road base is most often used for standard gravity
retaining walls and a concrete foundation would usually be used 450 x 130mm
compacted roadbase
where soil conditions are poor or when exceeding the maximum
NOTE: Allow minimum 50mm
unreinforced wall heights with an engineered design. embedment to cover leveling pad
On the next page you’ll find some typical cross sections for the
three footing options.
CONCRETE LEVELLING PAD FOOTING
20mm drainage aggregate
column and to fill block voids
Retaining Wall blocks
Drainage pipe
Landscape grade adhesive
450 x 130mm
concrete pad
NOTE: Allow minimum 50mm
embedment to cover leveling pad
TORPEDO™ BASE BLOCK FOOTING
20mm drainage aggregate
column and to fill block voids
Retaining Wall blocks
Drainage pipe
Landscape grade adhesive
Torpedo™ Base Block
Maximum 25mm of cement
stabilised bedding sand
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE“ Fire pits are nature’s TV, they stimulate
all of our senses, provide families with a
central gathering place that will become
a feature of the yard and a place where
PLANNING GUIDE TO countless memories are made.”
FIRE PITS
Australia is blessed with a comfortable year-round climate that we’re lucky to enjoy.
While that is true, staying warm and cosy during cold winter nights is often only
possible when we are confined indoors, rugged up with multiple layers and electric
heaters on high. At least that was the case before fire pits became fashionable,
affordable and practical for installation for your backyard!
Adbri Masonry Brand Ambassador and DIY Landscaping Expert Jason Hodges has
long been a fan of fire pits, designing them in many of his feature works including his
award-winning garden at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show.
“Fire pits are nature’s TV, they stimulate all of our senses, provide families with a central
gathering place that will become a feature of the yard and a place where countless
memories are made” explains Jason.
There are many benefits to creating a feature fire pit in your garden but if you’re like
most homeowners, you’ll be most attracted to the big-ticket benefits!
BENEFITS OF FAMILY FRIENDLY FIRE PITS
Extend your living area
Keep children and pets away from flames for peace of mind
Becomes the immediate focal point of your yard (creates something from nothing)
Creates an incredible atmosphere at your house
Practical, low cost and easy to install
Provides warmth and light allowing you to entertain year round, day and night!
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDEADBRI PRODUCTS FOR FIRE PITS
MINIWALL ® VERSAWALL ®
JASON’S TOP 5 FOR FIRE PITS!
1. Safety first – install properly, always supervise and
have a bucket of water / sand close by.
2. Extend your homes living areas. An outdoor fire pit
immediately creates a new hub
for your home.
3. Choose a pit enclosed by garden blocks if you’ve
got pets or young kids, they’re extra safe.
4. Location, Location, Location – this is one of the key
considerations when choosing.
5. If you’re on a tight budget, try using garden wall
blocks for your fire pit because they can double
as informal seating, saving you money on extra
furniture!
EZIWALL LITE VERSASTONE ®
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDECIRCULAR WALLS
If you’re looking to create circular walls, as well as tree circles, below are Adbri products to help you get
your project done.
OUTSIDE INSIDE NO. OF UNITS
PRODUCT
DIAMETER DIAMETER FOR FULL CIRCLE
Miniwall ® 1200mm 836mm 21
Natural Impressions ® 1570mm 1220mm 16
Flagstone / Duostone
Windsor ™ Stone 1430mm 1020mm 14
Manor Stone 1435mm 1070mm 15
Hudson Stone 878mm 618mm 14
Eziwall 14300mm 1020mm 14
Eziwall Lite 878mm 618mm 14
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE“ Growing your own fruit, vegetables and herbs
is a great way of kick starting your love affair
with the outdoor room while providing your
family with quality produce direct from the
garden to the kitchen table.”
PLANNING GUIDE TO
VEGGIE GARDENS
Now more than ever, Australian’s are spending more time at home,
enjoying time with family and friends in the comfort, privacy and
safety of their homes.
“The extra time people have been spending at home has led to
many discussions around the dinner table of how the home and
garden could be improved” explains landscaping expert Jason
Hodges. “Now that we are looking at these areas more, a whole
DIY backyard renovation boom has started.” continued Jason.
BENEFITS OF BUILDING A VEGGIE GARDEN AT HOME
Great hobby for the family, great activity for young kids
Save money (and trips) to the ever crowded grocery stores
Eat what you grow – from paddock to plate in your own backyard
Grow healthy, fresh produce to use in your cooking
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDEADBRI PRODUCTS FOR VEGGIE GARDEN FOR CURVES AND CIRCLES: MINIWALL ® BLOCKS
Curved veggies gardens are very popular as they allow for custom
designs to perfectly suit the size, shape and space available in
your yard.
The best concrete block for curved veggie gardens is the Miniwall®
block. These blocks feature great benefits, they are; light so they
are easy to handle and install, and they are textured on both sides
which allows you to create curves and straight walls as well as
circles! Tree circles are fantastic if you are looking to plant a fruit
tree or smaller herb garden.
OPTIONS FOR LAYING MINIWALL ® BLOCKS
Curved Walls
Start curves by laying blocks
same way facing out
Serpentine Walls
Alter and return curves
Circles
Straight Walls 21 blocks makes
Lay blocks front to back a 1200mm circle
FOR SQUARES & RECTANGLES: VERSAWALL ® BLOCKS
A recommendation for DIY projects for square or rectangular
veggie gardens would be to build with Adbri’s Versawall® retaining
wall blocks.
The reason these blocks are perfect for veggie gardens is because
they are made for DIY with speciality corner units. This makes
returns and corners very easy to work with. These blocks are slightly
larger and use a special ‘capping’ unit to finish the walls.
This not only provides a great finish, it also doubles as casual
seating in your garden for informal entertaining!
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDEFINISHING TOUCHES BALANCE
- A state of equilibrium, equality in weight, amount, value or
PRINCIPLES OF importance. Two types symmetrical and unsymmetrical.
- Backyard composition – hard Vs soft landscaping
LANDCAPE DESIGN
PROPORTION
- The way things relate to each other with respect to size (big,
medium, little)
- his is very important in residential design as we want elements
that are in proportion to each other.
- Too much variance in size creates confusion as we can’t relate
one element to the next.
BALANCED UNBALANCED
DISPROPORTIONATE PROPORTIONATE SYMMETRICAL ASYMMETRICAL
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDEUNITY
- The way things relate to each other with respect to size (big, medium, little)
- This is very important in residential design as we want elements that are in proportion to each other.
- Too much variance in size creates confusion as we can’t relate one element to the next.
ROUND SPREADING PYRAMIDAL OVAL
CONICAL VASE COLUMNAR OPEN WEEPING
INTERCONNECTION
When interconnection is utilized the eye can move smoothly from one element to another.
SHRUB HEDGE WEEPING STANDARD IRREGULAR
REPETITION MOP TOP UPRIGHT STANDARD UPRIGHT NARROW
Selected plant material should be repeated throughout the landscape.
FORM CHECK
- Form (shape or outline of a three dimensional shape) can be determined by lines, direction
and arrangements.
- Very powerful element - People can often perceive a form when only a portion of it is visible.
Familiarity, and the suggestion of form is enough, it encourages the eye to fill in the blanks.
- The primary consideration is what forms work well together.
UNITY OF THREE TEXTURE
Whenever three elements of the same kind are - Most important for home landscaping projects.
grouped together you get a strong sense of unity. - Provides variety, interest, contrast.
- Texture is significant when considering scale, particularly in smaller backyard areas.
- Texture is found everywhere, soft and hard landscape. Can be both seen and felt.
- Rough or smooth, course or fine – texture creates a tactile experience.
- Tip: With greenery, fine texture exaggerates distance and gives the feeling of a larger,
more open space. Rough texture minimizes distance
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDEFINISHING TOUCHES LIGHTING Australians love the outdoors, especially in spring and summertime as the days get longer we enjoy our outdoor spaces more and entertain more. To really add those finishing touches to your outdoor space consider your outdoor lighting design, focus on the primary objectives: illuminating the garden space to highlight garden features, lighting up the pathways for safe navigation, using accent lights to showcase the hardscape, or exterior house lights to show off the frontage of your home or creating a stunning smartly- lit outdoor entertaining area. Go bold for a dramatic effect or subtle for a gentle, intimate ambience. There are many options to consider, low voltage, energy-efficient LED bulb and LED strip lighting that are waterproof and perfect for your outdoor living space. A popular growing trend are solar garden lights that provide a convenient DIY solution. When planning light placement, it’s important to avoid having lights at eye level that can make it uncomfortable for you or your guests. Useful areas to add in some light: - Front Entry - Entertaining areas - Driveways - Fire Pit areas - Pathways - Hardscape areas - Large Feature Tree/s - Open Courtyards - Around Pool Areas - Garden Areas - Seating Areas - Step Lighting PAGE 50 PAGE 51 THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE
READY TO START ?
PLAN YOUR PROJECT
• Measure up your garden space and draw the perimeter of your property
and external walls of the house that borders your garden area.
• Add existing elements such as fixed structures of trees.
• Draw your planned entertainment area and other areas to be paved
or bricked, such as fences, paths and mowing strips.
• Add key features such as water features, arbours and outdoor furniture.
• Add any lawn areas and garden beds.
REFERENCE ITEMS
Garden Bench Curved Flower Bed Mowing Strip Outdoor Chair
Trees BBQ Table Paved Area Hedge
SCALE: 1CM = 1M
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THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDE THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR PLANNING GUIDEW H AT O U R C U S TO M E R S A R E S AY I N G
“Good customer “Fast delivery, friendly delivery “Easy to deal with,
service and good driver, easy online booking and fairly prompt
product” of pallet pickup.” delivery.”
Chris, March 2021 Nicole, March 2021 Sergey, March 2021
“Great product and competitive prices.
I’m very happy with how easy it was
to install.”
Steven, March 2021
“You will never regret improving your home
with a destination garden where you can
holiday at home all year round.”
NEED MORE HELP PLANNING YOUR PROJECT?
Book a project discovery call with our specialist team
by emailing; adbrimarketing@adbri.com.au
On this call our team can help with;
General project advice
Provide detailed Adbri product advice
Pricing and price guides for Adbri products
Advise max heights for garden and retaining walls
Finding your nearest Adbri retailer
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Find an Adbri stockist at: adbrimasonry.com.au/certified
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