I’m Lauren, a Christchurch-based landscape designer with a background in geotechnical engineering. After nearly a decade in engineering, I bring the same precision and problem-solving skills to every garden I design.
I create timeless, minimalist outdoor spaces with naturalistic planting that looks beautiful with very little upkeep. I take time to listen, distilling what you want into a carefully planned garden that fits your lifestyle.
Elegant, low-maintenance gardens, designed for real life.
Every garden is different, so each design service can be shaped to suit your goals and budget.
A focused, 3-hour on-site consultation for busy professionals who want a clear, achievable vision for their garden.
Together we’ll explore layout, materials and planting ideas, so you can move forward with confidence.
Includes a follow-up email summarising key recommendations and a simple plan.
A tailored planting plan to transform existing beds or complement a new layout. I specialise in hardy, drought-tolerant planting; minimal effort for maximum effect.
A comprehensive design service from Concept → Developed → Detailed Design, with optional 3D imagery and construction-ready documentation. A complete, bespoke pathway for clients ready to reimagine their outdoor space.
Every plan balances timeless aesthetics with practical detail - from layout and materials to planting and documentation.
The Bespoke Design Session is a deep-dive into your garden — a practical, collaborative process that turns ideas into an actionable design roadmap.
Before arriving, I carefully review your photos and notes to understand your site and lifestyle. On the day, I bring material samples and inspiration imagery, and spend up to three hours walking the garden with you — sketching concepts, refining flow, and clarifying priorities.
Throughout the session, I listen closely to how you use your space and what matters most. Together we identify your garden’s potential and resolve problem areas so every element feels intentional.
What’s included
Pre-session preparation – review of photos and notes so we can maximise time on site.
Up to 3 hours on site exploring layout, structure, materials, and planting direction.
Material and surface samples to test colours and textures in real light.
Follow-up summary email outlining design direction, next steps, and key plant recommendations suited to your lifestyle and maintenance preferences.
A simple scaled plan illustrating layout, key features, and planting zones; a practical guide to move forward or brief contractors.
What you’ll gain
A detailed roadmap for your garden’s full design, including planting ideas, layout options, and clear steps to bring it to life.
Most clients leave feeling inspired and confident, with a plan that captures their taste, lifestyle, and long-term vision.
Perfect for
Homeowners wanting professional clarity and creative direction without committing to a full design package, or those who need expert input to unify existing ideas into one cohesive plan.
A planting plan brings structure and harmony to your garden, whether you’re filling new spaces or reworking tired borders.
It’s often created as an add-on after a design session, but can also stand alone for smaller projects or property refreshes.
What’s included
Assessment of site conditions and measurement of the planting areas.
Consultation to discuss plant and maintenance preferences.
A scaled planting plan showing species, placement, and quantities.
A plant schedule with recommended nurseries and substitutions.
Guidance on spacing, seasonal variation, and long-term maintenance.
Optional sourcing and planting assistance if you’d like help implementing.
What to expect
You’ll receive a clear, practical document you can take straight to a nursery or landscaper.
Every palette is tailored to your light, soil, and time availability, ensuring your garden matures beautifully with minimal input.
Perfect for
Homeowners wanting professional plant selection for low-maintenance beauty; ideal for pre-sale upgrades, rentals, or those comfortable managing their own planting once the plan is in hand.
This package covers every stage of the design process, transforming your goals into a build-ready masterplan.
It’s fully tailored to your site, budget, and lifestyle.
What’s included
Concept Design: initial site visit and in-depth consultation with you, survey, and concept plan showing spatial layout with mood boards for plants and materials.
Developed Design: refinement of the concept, selection of finishes and materials, and 3D imagery for spatial clarity.
Detailed Design & Planting Design: construction-ready drawings, specifications, and comprehensive planting plan with species list.
Optional Construction Support: sourcing, set-out, contractor liaison, and site monitoring as required.
What to expect
You’ll be guided step-by-step, with opportunities for feedback at each phase.
The result is a cohesive, timeless garden design ready for quoting, council documentation, and installation.
Perfect for
Homeowners or developers ready to invest in a refined, fully considered landscape — from first ideas through to construction-ready plans.
Enquiry form – Tell me about your project (goals, timing, location).
Discovery call – I’ll phone you to discuss scope and fit.
Proposal & booking – Sign digitally, book your time via phone or Calendly.
On-site session – We walk through layout, materials, planting and your priorities.
Design delivery – You’ll receive your summary email and/or plans within a couple of weeks.
Beyond design – If you want help implementing, I can source plants, arrange planting, provide maintenance advice, or manage construction.
A selection of recent design projects combining natural materials, soft planting, and calm structure.
A relaxed family home on a lifestyle block, reimagined around a new pool and cabana. We reconfigured the dated layout, introducing natural stone paving, soft structure, and naturalistic planting to create a space that feels calm, elegant, and cohesive with the house and wider landscape.
A new family home on a rural property, designed for easy entertaining and low-maintenance living.
We transformed an awkward space into a standout feature, with natural stone cobbles leading gracefully toward an archway framed by hydrangeas and abundant greenery.
Soft, timeless planting ensures the garden remains beautiful year-round with minimal upkeep, a perfect match for a busy family lifestyle.
A feel for the tone — soft structure, natural textures, and planting that matures beautifully with very little upkeep.
"Lauren is the consummate professional landscape designer with a great eye for detail and wonderful ideas."
— Chris Bone, Pegasus / Bespoke Design Session
"Lauren is easy to talk to and has awesome ideas. We spoke to a few landscape designers for our new build but none of them really listened to us - Lauren was by far the best!"
— Troy Matthews, Ohoka / Detailed Design Package, Plant Sourcing and Construction Management
Most clients like to manage the build themselves — but you don’t have to. I can help with plant sourcing, planting, maintenance advice, and full construction management and coordination if you’d like the process taken care of.
Based in Christchurch, working across Canterbury and throughout New Zealand.
📞 Call Lauren: 027 817 2171