Vaucluse
Bundeena
Queens Park
The Farm
At story st. studio, our gardens are designed with our clients unique stories and memories in mind, with the purpose of creating unique and stunning spaces.
concept design.
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→ concept and spatial definition
→ microclimate design analysis
→ theme and materials suggestions
→ design ideas and recommendations: visual inspiration and written advice
→ ongoing communication (see process)
Concept Design provides you with a complete and bespoke design plan to organise your space into a functional and aesthetic space.
whats included:
At the end of the process, you’ll have a concept design package with curated inspiration and design suggestions bespoke for your space and needs.
example of concept design
complete design.
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Both concept design and complete design consultations are meant to adapt to your specific project, so they can:
apply to both residential and commercial projects
design both front and rear gardens, a small nook, or a portion of the garden (a swimming pool, a relaxing courtyard, entrance facade landscaping…).
In case you’re unsure about what option is best for you, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Projects are carried out by an initial consult, to efficiently understand and listen to your story and particular needs.
At story st. all projects are given careful planning and continual communication so we stay close and connected throughout the process. Every project begins with a conversation: this essential step reflects the responsibility that our work brings, as a stunning landscape can only arise from listening.
We then take you on the journey of design establishment with us through co-ordination your parameters, your site conditions and planning considerations we need to take into account.
process.
Every project has its own unique features and complexities that reflect on pricing. When you get in touch, you will get a quote tailored to your specific project as well as an overview of scope of services to align with your needs.
pricing.
→ concept and spatial definition
→ microclimate design analysis
→ materials palette and specification
→ 2D design drawing set showing landscape layout and planting palette → planting plans with Planting Schedules
→ 3D visualisations
→ construction details and specifications. → tendering process that finds a suitable builder within your budget requirements.
→ on site review of construction process
→ RFI’s for building/installation correspondence
Complete Landscape design provides you with a set of design documentation drawings for your specific development applications or construction needs.
At the end of the process, you’ll have a complete Landscape design package including drawings and specifications ready for council approval or installation.
whats included:
example of complete design
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Concept Design gives you tailored inspirations and suggestions to achieve a cohesive space. Following these guidelines, you’ll then decide on the layout, choose finishes and plant palette etc.
With Complete Design, we work on everything together, including space layout and specifications. You’ll get a complete design plan including drawings and 3D visualizations.
In case you’re unsure about what option is best for you, don’t hesitate to reach out!
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Typically we take 2 weeks upon acceptance and initial briefing from yourself to draft up a concept for your review and first co-ordination of the plans. Depending on how many iterations and consultations we have agreed to, we wrap up documentation typically within a week from final comments/coordination meetings.
concept designs can take anywhere between 3 - 5 weeks.
complete designs can take anywhere from 1 - 3 months.
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Yes, we provide vouchers or gift cards to initiate design consultations and depending on what services are needed we cater to your friend/relative’s needs with total transparency of gift card receipt amongst the services required.
To gift a consultation, contact us specifying:
the type of consultation you’re interested in: Concept Design or Complete Design - if unsure just begin with Concept Design.
the space to be covered (entire garden, portion of landscaping, etc…)
the name of the recipient
a contact email of the recipient
I will send all payment-related information to you only. Once approved, we send you a voucher that you can either forward digitally or print and give by hand. The recipient will then reach out to me to begin the project.
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We welcome any reach out to us so we can assist in any way we can provide.