Heritage landscape design for a renovated heritage residence in Newcastle, NSW, featuring a private rear courtyard with a plunge pool, travertine paving, layered planting and contemporary outdoor living spaces. GRDN Landscape Design Studio.

Courtyard oasis

Hamilton South

2303

Designed as a private courtyard oasis, the rear garden extends seamlessly from the existing covered outdoor area, creating a tranquil setting for everyday living and entertaining. A plunge pool is nestled within a high adobe-inspired enclosure, with soft curves echoing the home's interior architecture. Travertine paving connects the house to a lower lawn framed by layered planting and the existing lemon tree, while dual gated access provides effortless circulation between the home, courtyard and garage.

Beyond the pool, a series of connected outdoor spaces encourage relaxed living and entertaining. A matching boundary wall enhances privacy and reinforces the architectural language, while Olive (Olea europaea), Pygmy Date Palm (Phoenix roebelenii) and a restrained palette of succulents, exotics and native species introduce texture, structure and seasonal interest. Carefully considered furniture placement defines each zone while maintaining a cohesive flow throughout the landscape.