Over 30 Years Crafting Melbourne's Finest Landscapes
From humble beginnings in Greensborough to award-winning designs across Melbourne's north-eastern suburbs, David Claude Landscape Design has built a reputation for transforming challenging properties into stunning outdoor sanctuaries.
A Passion for Creating Outdoor Spaces
David Claude Landscape Design was founded with a simple belief: that every property, regardless of its challenges, holds the potential for something beautiful. What began as a one-person operation in the early 1990s has grown into one of Melbourne's most respected landscape design and construction firms.
Based in Greensborough, we've had the privilege of working on hundreds of properties across Melbourne's north-eastern and inner-eastern suburbs. Many of our projects are on the challenging steep blocks that characterise areas like Eltham, Diamond Creek, and Templestowe—terrain that other landscapers often avoid.
Our reputation has been built on a foundation of design excellence, construction quality, and genuine relationships with our clients. We're proud to have won multiple awards from Landscaping Victoria and to have been featured in publications like "Outdoor Design & Living" magazine.
But our greatest reward is seeing families enjoy the outdoor spaces we've created—children playing on new lawns, friends gathering around fire pits, couples relaxing by their pool. That's what drives us to do this work every day.
What We Stand For
Excellence
We approach every project with the same dedication to quality, whether a compact courtyard or expansive estate.
Expertise
Decades of experience solving complex design challenges means we find solutions others miss.
Integrity
Honest advice, realistic timelines, and transparent pricing. We build relationships that last.
Sustainability
Creating gardens that thrive naturally in Victoria's climate, reducing water use and supporting local ecosystems.
Awards & Recognition
Our commitment to excellence has been recognised by industry bodies and media across Australia.
Gold Medal
Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show
Multiple Awards
Landscaping Victoria (LIAV)
Featured
Australia's Best Gardens TV
Featured
Outdoor Design & Living Magazine
Our Process
From first meeting to final handover, we guide you through every step of creating your perfect outdoor space.
Consultation
We visit your property to understand your vision, assess site conditions, and discuss possibilities. This initial meeting is complimentary.
Design Concept
We develop concept plans that capture the spatial arrangement, key features, and planting themes. You'll see your ideas take shape.
Detailed Design
Once the concept is approved, we prepare detailed plans including planting schedules, construction specifications, and material selections.
Construction
Our experienced team brings the design to life. We manage the entire build, ensuring quality at every stage until handover.
Masters of Melbourne's Steep Blocks
Melbourne's north-eastern suburbs are famous for their challenging terrain. Steep blocks, rocky outcrops, and difficult soil conditions mean many landscapers simply won't take on the work.
We thrive on these challenges. Over three decades, we've developed expertise in transforming seemingly impossible sites into functional, beautiful outdoor spaces. We see the potential in every slope—opportunities for dramatic level changes, intimate terraces, and views that flat blocks simply can't offer.
Our experience means we understand the engineering requirements, the drainage solutions, and the planting strategies that make these projects succeed. We work closely with structural engineers when needed and ensure every retaining wall and structure is built to last.
Ready to Start Your Project?
Book your free on-site consultation and let's discuss how we can transform your outdoor space.