Outdoor Design

Outdoor Design & Living is one of Australia’s leading outdoor design magazines, showcasing the latest innovative design and construction for outdoor living spaces, bringing the best quality products and professional services in the landscaping industry to gardens all around Australia. Outdoor Design & Living is a bi-annual magazine that features particular lifestyles with outdoor rooms including kitchens, outdoor lighting, water features, sound systems and outdoor theatres, pools and spas, as well as indoor-outdoor furniture.

FROM THE EDITOR

Outdoor Design

PLACE OF RETREAT • This reimagined pool and entertaining area provides a real sense of sanctuary

TOTAL INTEGRATION • For John Storch, landscape architect and founder of A Total Concept, a cohesive design approach is vital

RELAXED & RUSTIC • Blending the old with the new, this transformed rear garden is a private space for laid-back entertaining

TICKING ALL THE BOXES • Achieving beauty and functionality are the principal priorities for Rob Waddell, the founder of Waddell Landscape Design

MAKING WAVES • Of sublime design, this garden features a stunning sculpture that elevates outdoor art to an exciting new level

MAKING A DIFFERENCE • Connecting people of all ages to the outdoors is what drives Steve Warner, designer and founder of OUTHOUSE design

LIFE OUTDOORS • This inviting garden not only forges a seamless connection with the house, it is imbued with a genuine sense of place

COASTAL CHIC • With its laid-back East Coast vibe, the modern pool area is the undeniable star of the show in this revitalised landscape

WORKING THE ANGLES • This compact poolscape, with its inviting pavilion, is a true work of art

POOL PERFECTION • How to design a stylish and multi-use pool that will grow with your family’s changing lifestyle needs

ABSOLUTE HARMONY • Balancing hard and soft elements is the key to success

DESIGN SUCCESS • Reap the rewards of investing in a professional garden design

THE ESSENTIALS • Take the confusion out of designing an outdoor space by following these tried-and-tested expert design tips

TALKING TREES • The value of trees and how to create seasonal interest

PATCH OF PARADISE • How your garden can help you practise mindfulness

LOOKING AHEAD • Future-forward gardens from Australian designers

INNER CALM • A garden designed to evoke a sense of belonging

AN INTIMATE GARDEN • Lush and inviting, this courtyard is picture-perfect

COMING SOON • Global warming explored in future-forward design

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OUTSIDE FAVOURITES • A celebration of beautiful outdoor spaces and gardens

DIVINE DESIGN • Displaying the unique skill and creativity for which Landscape Design Institute (LDI) members are known right around Australia, here we showcase some of the stunning winning residential entries from the 2021 LDI National Landscape Design Awards.

LIFESTYLE UPGRADE • Designed to bring the outside in, this modern family garden is ideal for entertaining, summer or winter

EASY ELEGANCE • Boasting a fluid design and a sophisticated ambience, these chic outdoor spaces complement the home

MOROCCAN MAGIC • Warm and inviting with flourishes of vibrant colour, this cosy Gold Coast courtyard is highly evocative

TROPICAL TWIST • A resort-style retreat in which to make happy memories

GLORIOUS GARDENS • Award-winning NSW landscape designers and contractors

JUDGING PANEL — WHO’S WHO • Meet the judges of Outdoor Design’s 2022 NSW Landscape...