Landscape Design for New Builds & Renovations Gold Coast
Landscape design for Gold Coast new builds and renovations. Clear plans, trusted landscaper referrals, and a result that reflects the investment you’ve made.
Know what you’re spending, compare quotes fairly, and get the outdoor space right from the start.
Gold Coast Landscape Design Advice
Three things I tell clients before they commit to a design:
- I turn down around 40% of enquiries. If you just need a driveway, a retaining wall, or a patch of planting done, you’re better off with a landscaper — not a designer. I’ll say so on the discovery call and point you at Isaac at Rus Landscapes or Ben at LND. A design fee isn’t the answer to every problem.
- Mid-build changes cost 15–25% of the build. A $60k build quietly turns into $75k when decisions get made on site. A design plan forces those decisions on paper first — every quote comes back within 10% of each other instead of 40% apart.
- A landscaper builds what’s easiest for them. I design around what’s right for your block — the existing trees, the fall of the land, how your family actually uses the yard. Those decisions don’t happen inside a build-quote.
Led by Kieran Morris — NZQA Level 3 Horticultural Science, 10+ years across horticulture and landscape design on the Gold Coast, design-only since late 2024, 62 five-star Google reviews.
Landscape Design Packages
A clear design means everyone’s working from the same vision — you get comparable quotes, confident decisions, and a result that looks like it was always meant to be there.
Most homeowners choose Concept + Planting. Add a Master Plan for contractor-ready specs.
Concept + Planting Design
2 week turnaround
- Design strategy workshop — lock in the vision on-site
- Concept layout (2D) — see the design intent before you build
- Materials & plant palette
- Annotated concept plan
- Planting design — every species, where it goes, how many
- Site overlays reviewed — know what affects your property
What your landscaper can do with this: produce a desktop estimate — enough detail to price the job within a realistic range, without a formal quote.
Concept + Master Plan
3 week turnaround
- Everything in Concept + Planting, plus:
- 3D site model — spatial planning tool
- Quantified materials schedule
- Drainage, irrigation & lighting plan
- Construction details & specifications
- Contractor-ready documentation
What your landscaper can do with this: produce a quote (subject to a site check-measure) — not a guess. Every contractor quoting on the same specifications, within 10% of each other.
Plant Plan
1 week turnaround
- Video consultation (no site visit)
- Zone-by-zone planting schedule
- Layout illustratives
- Species gallery
- Shopping list
- Planting & maintenance guide
What you can do with this: plant it yourself, or hand it to any landscaper — layout illustratives show where each species goes.
Remote Concept + Planting Design — $3,190 inc GST. Same deliverables as the on-site package, with a video consultation replacing the workshop. ~2 week turnaround.
Why Use a Landscape Designer
A landscaper builds. A designer captures your vision, explores the options, and creates a cohesive plan for whoever you choose to build it.
My background is in horticulture and client relationship management. I work with homeowners to turn ideas into a clear brief — so builders, landscapers, and trades all work from the same page.
I believe in a natural process where every step earns the next. You only go deeper when you’re ready — and every stage delivers real value on its own.
If you want it done properly — once — we’ll get along well.
- Independent — My role is to understand your vision and advocate for it.
- Clarity — With a clear brief, you can compare quotes and contractors fairly.
- Protection — 61+ Five-Star reviews. Trusted by Gold Coast homeowners.
Gold Coast Landscape Design Reviews
Kieran is amazing to work with. He was able to see our vision and created a landscape concept beyond our expectations. He is so knowledgeable, a great communicator, responsive and reliable. He offers a great range of services and we look forward to continuing working with Kieran. Could not recommend him more highly.
We worked with Kieran at Habitat Landscape Design to develop the concept plan for our new build, and the experience was exceptional. He played a key role in designing the pool placement and creating a private, welcoming front entry, both of which have completely elevated the overall vision of our home. Kieran really listened to our design direction and thoughtfully incorporated our subtle coastal elements throughout the concept. The pool positioning feels intentional and perfectly integrated with the house layout, maximising both aesthetics and functionality. The front entry design strikes that beautiful balance between privacy and warmth — layered planting, soft textures, and a relaxed coastal feel that ties seamlessly into the architecture. What stood out most was his ability to refine our ideas and turn them into something cohesive, practical, and timeless. The concept design gives us so much confidence moving into the build phase. We highly recommend Kieran to anyone wanting a landscape designer who truly understands design detail, flow, and how to create a space that feels both beautiful and liveable.
Kieran was so helpful and creative coming up with ideas for our garden. We are so glad we booked a consult with him and can’t wait to start planting. We would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for landscape inspiration!
My experience with Habitat Landscape Design was excellent. Kieran was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. He is very knowledgeable and demonstrated a great balance of creative vision and practical design. I’m very happy with the final landscaping design.
Landscape Design FAQ
Do you do the landscaping construction?
I regularly introduce clients to trusted local Gold Coast landscapers to estimate, quote and build — but I choose to remain independent. My job is to capture your vision, get it right on paper, and make sure whoever builds it delivers what you signed off on. My advice is always in your interest.
How does a design save me money?
Mid-build changes are one of the biggest causes of budget blowouts in landscaping. A detailed design means every quote is apples to apples, you avoid costly variations, and you get exactly what you envisioned. Most clients save more than the design fee by avoiding scope creep alone.
How do I choose between the packages?
Most clients choose Concept + Planting Design — it covers the spatial layout and the planting, which is what most residential projects need. If your site is complex or you want contractors quoting on an identical specification, Concept + Master Plan gives the full detail. If you already have a layout and just need planting, a standalone Plant Plan covers that remotely.
How long does the process take?
Concept + Planting Design is typically 2 weeks. Concept + Master Plan is typically 3 weeks. A standalone Plant Plan is 5–7 days. We’ll map out your specific timeline on the Discovery Call.
What happens on a Discovery Call?
It’s a 20-minute conversation about your project — what you’re hoping to achieve, what matters most, and what’s realistic. I look into your property beforehand so I can give you informed feedback on scope, budget, and next steps. No obligation, no pitch, no pressure.
Ready to get started?
Tell me about your project and what you’re hoping to achieve — 20 minutes, no obligation.