our story
Why uncommon ground?
What makes us different to other landscape design companies?
Sustainability. That word that gets thrown around too commonly these days, but constitutes a 'sustainable' landscape?
We treat each project as an individual space. No two gardens are the same, even within the same project. When it comes to design, we believe you shouldn't look at a garden with a cookie cutter approach. Instead, several important factors should be taken into consideration:
The Environment - Where is the location of the garden? Is it coastal, inland, south facing, north facing?
Existing conditions - Rain-shadows, micro climates, neighbouring buildings, established trees, soil?
Economic - Do you need to spend money on all aspects of the project, or can we re-use and work with existing elements?
Waste - Almost 100% of the waste created on our projects is recycled, reclaimed or reused.
Footprint of materials - Do you need to use imported stone when we have stone quarries in Australia? Origin of materials, mulches, crushed rock etc.
Toxicity of inputs - We use certified organic and low VOC inputs in all our projects.
Ryan Young started his sustainability journey in 2008 and has embarked on ensuring that all his projects have a strong sustainability underpinning. Since that time Ryan has progressed steadily towards attaining the best practice objectives of sustainability in all of his projects.
rYAN yOUNG
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Ryan Young is one of the finest Landscape Designers in Melbourne.
A craftsman and artist he works closely with his clients to create their vision.
Considered and resourceful Young’s attention to the detail of garden design creates enduring gardens.
He creates inspirational gardens for practical living, specialising in sustainable gardens his designs are beautifully practical.
If you would like to live in a garden that evolves overtime allow Young to design you and your family a truly inspirational outdoor space.
Invest in a garden design that adapts with the rhythms of family-life
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