Our Practice.

Providing a variety of services, including landscape architecture, garden design and landscape project management, AQL has the knowledge to ensure your project is finished to the highest possible standard.

AQL Landscape Design prides itself on having strength in diversity. We have developed competent working relationships with our consultation team of technical and artistic advisors. All advisors are qualified experts in their profession and help to provide the finishing touches to our design process, ensuring original and realistic designs down to the finest detail.

We have established a reputation for professionalism and quality workmanship on landscape projects ranging from small residential projects to large commercial, local government and infrastructure projects throughout metropolitan Melbourne and country Victoria.

Wayne De Klijn

Principal - Landscape Architect,
Horticulturist & Contractor

Our Team.

Wayne started his career at age 15, after completing his apprenticeship which gave him a broad understanding of landscape design, horticulture and landscape construction. Commencing AQL at the age of 21 the company has expanded into a landscape architectural practice and landscape construction.

Wayne's philosophy in design principles is cutting-edge design techniques to create individual and unique designs within the boundaries of sustainability and future design techniques.

With a passion for plants in the garden or landscape and regularly working in his own garden the horticultural aspect of Wayne's interest plays a big part in AQL designs. This philosophy towards design underpins the approach taken by AQL.

AQL team consists of numerous; artists, heritage consultants, Irrigation specialists, community consultants, surveyors, engineers, ecologists and botanists, building and quantity surveyors, lighting consultants, and town planning and building designers.

Client Testimonials

Phil

We approached Wayne to help with the front garden renovation over 2.5 years, but We needed 2 different plans over that time, for the front & the back gardens.Wayne & his Team at AQL Landscape Designs were excellent to deal with and we highly recommend them.Both times, they nailed it for us, as they obviously listened to what we wanted, and happily took our inspo photos for reference. They gave us what we wanted but they also gave us other options to consider based on their expertise. Thrilled with the outcome. Easy and great to deal with.

Will

We would like to thank Wayne and his team for designing and performing the landscaping for our new house. The AQL team were professional, flexible and provided resolutions to complex situations involving multiple parties which other contractors would likely have absolved themselves of. Our garden has received praise from many people walking by, including comments on how the design wonderfully compliments our house and the neighbourhood character. We recommend people consider AQL to see what’s possible for their outdoor space!

Lana

Australian Quality Landscaping is a highly professional unit. Wayne exceeded our expectations and presented us with designs we could not have dreamed of. I will happily work with them again in the future.

Laurie Barton

AQL Landscape Design completely refurbished our property 12 years ago. They did a magnificent job. So professional, always reliable. Wayne and the team continue to support us. We love our garden and pool.

David Saynor

Wayne and his team completed the full landscaping of our property throughout 2018 and 2019 (multiple projects incl retaining walls, decks, concrete paths, garden beds, picket fencing and motorise gate).Our block was a new house on a new block (hence completely unlandscaped!)The professionalism from Wayne and the AQL team from the planning process through to construction was first rate and our house was transformed as the yard around it was created.We would have no hesitation in recommending AQL, we thank Wayne and Steve on an amazing job.

Rhys cousins

I have been working alongside Wayne and the team for over a year now, their professionalism, experience and down to earth manner make each project undertaken enjoyable and keep me constantly enthusiastic about the next one!

Our Expertise.

Our knowledge and expertise enable us to specialise in all kinds of environments - from urban to rural landscapes, commercial to residential, and formal to contemporary spaces.

We specialise in these key areas:

Japanese Inspired Gardens
Wetlands & Ponds
Revegetation & Ecological Design
Memorials
Horticultural Specialists

Our Environmental Impact.

Here at AQL, we deeply care about the environmental impacts of landscape design. Our core belief is centered on fostering sustainable gardens, preserving biodiversity, protecting habitats, and ensuring ecological preservation.

We work with local suppliers to promote sustainable practices
We use recycled and ethically sourced products
We select Australian Indigenous + Native plant species to increase biodiversity

Our Awards.

Award-winning designs.

2019

Landscaping Victoria landscape awards - Winner of category Feature in the Landscape

2017

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Bronze Medal
“Emergence” Show Garden

2015

Community Service - Certificate of recognition Federal member for Casey MP

Australian Institute of Landscape Architects - Research and Communications
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall

2014

Community Assets and Infrastructure Initiative Over 1.5 million
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall

AGDA Awards - Distinction
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall

2013

Victorian Landscape Awards - Feature in the Landscape
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall

Victorian Landscape Awards - Commercial Landscape Construction (Over $500,000) - Highly Commended
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall

Sustainable Communities Awards - Cultural Heritage Award, Keep Australia Beautiful Victoria
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall

Glass and Glazing Association of Victoria - Innovation in the Application of Glass
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall

Mansfield Art Glass Exposition - Inaugural National Architectural Glass Project Award - Highly Commended
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall

Architectural Design, 2013 Premiers Design Awards - Entrant
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall

2009

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Gold Medal for Outdoor Design
'Food For Thought' Garden

2008

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Bronze Medal for Outdoor Design
Sustainable Living Garden

2007

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Bronze Medal for Outdoor Design
Sustainable Show Garden “The Green Room”

2003

AILA
Award Of Merit For Environmental Design Under Sustainable Design Category

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Landscape Design (Hard)

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Commended Residential Landscape (Up to $35,000)

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Commended Commercial Landscape (Up to $250,000)

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Commended Landscape Design (Soft)

2002

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Winner of the Year

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Winner Landscape Design Awards (Soft)

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Winner Landscape Design Awards (Hard)

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Winner Landscape Design Award Commercial Landscape (Up to $250,000)

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Highly Commended Pavement in the Landscape

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Highly Commended Residential Landscape (Up to $100,000)

2000

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Winner Feature in the Landscape

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Winner Events and Exhibitions

Design Award
Highly Commended for Landscape Design at Residence In Seville, Victoria

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Silver Medal for Show Garden
“Channel 9 Garden”

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Gold Medal for Outdoor Exhibit
“Mazda Garden”

1999

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Gold Medal for Outdoor Landscape Design

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Gold Medal for Outdoor Exhibit

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Commended for Landscape Design

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Highly Commended for Commercial Landscape Design (Up to $75,000)

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Highly Commended for Pavement in the Landscape

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Commended for Water in the Landscape

Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence
Commended for Residential Landscape Construction

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