Providing a variety of services, including landscape architecture, garden design and landscape project management, AQL has the knowledge to make sure you project is finished to the highest possible standard.
AQL Landscape Design has developed a reputation as a thoroughly professional multi-disciplinary team of Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, Horticulturists and Project Managers.
AQL Landscape Design prides itself in 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.
The project management division at AQL has a wealth of knowledge and extensive experience in constructing landscapes with a devotion to high quality materials, efficient project management and a high level of artistry.
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.
We pride ourselves in quality control of all materials, the management process and skilled labour to achieve a seamless construction process and quality finished product.
Involvement in a wide range of projects throughout the country and metropolitan areas ensures that our personnel have gained experience in all aspects of the landscape industry and have a thorough understanding of the processes and issues that are important for efficient project completion. As a result of our experiences with local government projects we have kept up to date with changing policies and practices, including those of relating to the environmental management and occupational health and safety. AQL Landscape Design staff liaise with council members, community groups and committees to ensure the successful project outcomes.
Our record of satisfied clients indicates our commitment to attaining high professional standards, reliability, cost effectiveness and quality workmanship. Our large client base can provide references to confirm that AQL Landscape Design represents an effective approach to the provision of landscape and environmental design and management services.
Wayne De Klijn – Principle, Landscape Architect, Horticulturist & Landscape Contractor
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.Reciving multiple awards and now has 39 years of experience in all aspects of landscape design, consultancy, project management, landscape construction of a range of project types and scales. He is involved in liaisons with clients, project supervisors, community consultation and accurate cost estimating. Wayne philosophy in design principles is cutting edge design techniques to create individual and unique design within the boundaries of sustainability and future design techniques. Embracing European, Australian and contemporary designs. With a passion for plants in the garden or landscape and regularly working in his own garden the horticultural aspect of Wayne interest plays a big part in AQL designs. This philosophy towards design underpins the approach taken by AQL.
Wayne has employed and mentored nine landscape architect students to graduation. Wayne has employed approx. 10-12 qualified landscape architects over the years of AQL Landscape design. Held the portfolios when a board member of the LIAV of education, award, licensing, marketing, MIFGIS and general duties.
AQL and Wayne have exhibited at the Melbourne International flower and garden show since he was an apprentice and has taken out numerous garden show awards,
AQL team.
AQL employ Landscape Architects that are passionate about their craft, enjoy working with communities and have a steadfast interest in sustainability in the landscape and work towards designing and promoting a better environment.
AQL team consists of numerous; Artists, Heritage Consultants, Irrigation specialists, Community Consults, Surveyors, Engineers, Ecologists and Botanists, Building and Quantity surveyors, Lighting Consultants, Town Planning (Adria Arkins) and Building designers.
Awards
2014
WINNER, COMMUNITY ASSESTS AND INFRASTRUCTURE INITIATIVE OVER 1.5 MILLION.
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall.
2013
WINNER, FEATURE IN THE LANDSCAPE
2013 Victorian Landscape Awards Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall
WINNER, SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES AWARDS
Cultural Heritage Award, Keep Australia Beautiful Victoria. Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall
WINNER, INNOVATION IN THE APPLICATION OF GLASS
Glass and Glazing Association of Victoria 2013 Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall
HIGHLY COMMENDED, COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION (OVER $500,000)
2013 Victorian Landscape Awards Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall
2013
HIGHLY COMMENDED, INAUGURAL NATIONAL ARCHITECTURAL GLASS PROJECT AWARD
Inaugural National Architectural Glass Project Award, Mansfield Art Glass Exposition 2013.Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Service Wall
2009
MIFGS GOLD SHOW GARDEN MIFGS
'Food For Thought' - Mighty Helpful Mitre 10's Sustainable Living Garden
2008
MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW
Melbourne Garden.
2008
BRONZE MEDAL, MITRE 10 SUSTAINABLE LIVING GARDEN
Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show.
2003
WINNER, AILA AWARDS
Award Of Merit For Environmental Design Under Sustainable Design Catagory.
WINNER, LANDSCAPE DESIGN (HARD MATERIALS)
Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence.
2002
WINNER AILA AWARDS
Award Of Merit For Environmental Design; Sustainable Design Category.
WINNER LANDSCAPE DESIGN (HARD MATERIALS)
Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence.
2000
WINNER, FEATURE IN THE LANDSCAPE
Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence.
HIGHLY COMMENDED, DESIGN AWARD
Landscape Design At Residence In Seville, Victoria.
GOLD MEDAL, OUTDOOR EXHIBIT
(Mazda Garden) Melbourne International Flower And Garden Show.
1999
DUAL GOLD MEDALS, OUTDOOR LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Melbourne International Flower And Garden Show.
GOLD MEDAL, OUTDOOR EXHIBIT
Melbourne International Flower And Garden Show.
HIGHLY COMMENDED, COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN (UP TO $75,000)
Landscape Industries Association Awards Of Excellence.