ABOUT US
genius loci
noun
the prevailing character or atmosphere of a place
the presiding god or spirit of a place
At Green Canopy we pride ourselves in creating site specific designs that will add value to your property. Function and purpose are important as well as consideration of story and sense of place. We are about creating beauty that is timeless, reflects the personality of our clients and fits within the context of the site, its environment and architecture. The garden is the largest room in your house.
Our design, construction and horticultural advice is sought after by time-poor professionals who trust in our ability to create spaces that balance the practical and aesthetic. Our projects are very much about the client, whether it be reinforcing an existing garden or starting with a blank canvas.
We will take your preferences and design aesthetic into consideration and also understand that functional aspects of your space may change depending on the stage of life you are at. Time will be taken to understand your needs and budget.
Green Canopy Design founder, Sidonie Carpenter offers over 25 years’ experience in the industry with a background in both Landscape Architecture and Horticulture. Her design sense and plant knowledge is what sets her apart.
Sidonie has been gardening since she took her first steps. Her mother ran a nursery and one of her earliest memories is of being perched on a milk crate beside an old Greek man potting plants. She loves getting her hands dirty and uses her own garden as a tool for research and development and trialling new ideas.
‘I don’t divide architecture, landscape and gardening; to me they are one.’ – Louis Barragan
WHY US
WHY US
- Site specific designs that will add value to your property
- Holistic Solutions
- Extensive Plant Knowledge
- Accessible & Practical
‘Sidonie worked with existing plantings and also introduced new elements that resulted in a landscape that draws you through the garden and complements the house beautifully. She is methodical and calm when faced with difficult issues, is a great communicator and has a genuine appreciation of beauty.’ – Leona
‘I love working with Sidonie. She always takes the time to understand not only how we want a space to look, but as importantly how we want it to feel and how it will be used and enjoyed.’ – Anna
SERVICES
SERVICES
OPTION 1
Landscape Design & Construction
Stage 1. Initial Consultation, Site Visit and Client Brief 90 min – $250 inc. GST
- Look at and discuss your garden and style options
- Discuss how to integrate your indoor and outdoor spaces
Stage 2 – Base Plan/Concept Ideas – Site specific quote for stage 2 & 3 presented after initial site visit
- Delivery of concept sketches, base plan
- Share ideas and images looking at style / materials and plants
- Meet as required to collaborate and further refine ideas
- Meet with Landscaper to present price guide for construction
Stage 3 – Landscape Master Plan & Document Delivery
- Present CAD plans
- Refine garden design in response to the construction price guide
- Deliver full plant list and plans
- Present construction and plant quote
- Meet as required
- Present plan to contractor of your choice
Stage 4 – Construction Supervision and Management – billed at % of total construction cost
- Recommend Landscape Contractors
- Management of the construction and installation process
- Plant quote sourcing and placement
- Liaise with Landscaper/Sub-contractors
- Site visits as required
Maintenance
- One visit 12-16 weeks after installation with additional visits charged at $250 inc. GST
- Provide fertilising recommendations , mulching and pruning advice
We also offer an on–going maintenance service if required . Alternatively we can meet with you and/or your gardener to discuss the vision and technical aspects such as fertilising, pruning methodologies and planting.
Country Properties
Larger projects will incur additional fees and travel costs. Please get in touch to discuss your unique project.
OPTION 2.
Horticultural Advice
‘What to Plant Where.’ 90 min – $450 inc. GST. $250 inc. GST for additional visits
- Recommend the right plants for your garden – taking into consideration
- Your needs and options
- Soil
- Aspect
- Maintenance/time
- Existing species
- Prepare sketch plan (on site)
- Provide full plant list with numbers and recommended pot sizes
- Advice on establishment and fertilising
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Construction support – 5% – 10% of cost of construction (depending on final quote)
- Recommend select Landscape Contractors
- Meet on site to present construction & materials quote
- Provide additional sketch plans and plant lists if required
- Provide materials selections if required
- Plant quote
- Plant sourcing and placement
- 12-16 week visit post completion including establishment and maintenance advice
Country Properties
Larger projects will incur additional fees and travel costs. Please get in touch to discuss your unique project.
RECENT PROJECTS
RECENT PROJECTS
OUR FOCUS IS DESIGN – CREATING OUTDOOR SPACES OF EXCELLENCE
Green Canopy Design prides itself in providing quality work and professional standards in creating an aesthetic and functional landscape in direct response to your brief and budget.
We provide an understanding of all of the practical elements involved in direct response to aspect, space and maintenance to create flow, movement and form. a process, which blends strong, clean architectural lines with the natural environment.
CONSIDERATE LANDSCAPE DESIGN ENHANCES OUT LIFESTYLE BY PROVIDING AN INTEGRAL PART OF, AND EXPANSION TO OUR LIVING SPACES
The landscape should not just be seen as a setting for the house, it is an integral part of the whole package, as your house provides rooms and spaces in which to live, so to does a garden. considerate landscape design will enhance your lifestyle and provide an integral part of your living space. Our design principles are simple; balance, space, environment and architecture. at the core of these principles is our client.
