Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Landscape Designers in Sydney
Established in 2005, Scenic Blue Design has built a reputation as one of Sydney's premier landscape design firms. Our approach combines over 18 years of industry experience with a meticulous 8-step process that ensures every project meets exacting standards of quality and craftsmanship. Led by founder Chris Slaughter, a graduate in Landscape Design and Horticulture with additional qualifications in Civil Engineering and Building, we specialise in transforming residential and commercial outdoor spaces into functional works of art. Our expertise spans custom garden design, project management, budgeting, and construction oversight, with projects ranging from $50,000 to $850,000 in value. We maintain transparency throughout the design journey, providing detailed documentation and regular communication to ensure client expectations are consistently met.Our portfolio showcases completed projects in Oatley, Paddington, Kellyville, and other Sydney locations, demonstrating our ability to create spaces that enhance both property value and quality of life. With a focus on structural competence and material specification, we collaborate with vetted contractors to deliver results that align precisely with design intent. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in client testimonials praising our attention to detail, integrity, and ability to transform outdoor areas into year-round sanctuaries.
Services
Landscape Design
Garden Transformation
Project Management
Custom Garden Design
Outdoor Space Planning
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 18 years of landscape design expertise since 2005
- 8-step process ensures project completion success
- Projects range from $50k to $850k value
- Qualified team with dual expertise in design and construction
- Transparent communication throughout the design journey
What people say
Impeccable attention to detail
Best landscaping seen
Created an oasis
Amazing backyard
Second to none management
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates bespoke outdoor spaces that reflect your personal style and property characteristics. With 18 years of experience, we combine aesthetic vision with practical functionality to transform gardens of all sizes. Our process ensures every element from plant selection to hardscaping integrates seamlessly with your lifestyle and budget requirements.
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management from concept to completion, ensuring designs are executed precisely as planned. Our team coordinates with contractors, manages timelines, and conducts regular site inspections to maintain quality standards throughout construction phases.
Garden Transformation
Specialising in complete garden makeovers, we revitalise tired outdoor spaces into functional living areas. Our approach considers existing structures, soil conditions, and client needs to create sustainable, low-maintenance gardens that enhance property value and usability.
Custom Garden Design
We develop unique garden designs tailored to individual preferences and site conditions. Our process includes detailed site analysis, 3D visualisations, and material specifications to ensure the final result matches the client's vision while maintaining practical functionality.
Outdoor Space Planning
Our space planning service optimises outdoor areas for maximum usability and aesthetic appeal. We create detailed layouts that incorporate seating areas, pathways, and planting schemes to create cohesive, multi-functional outdoor environments that complement the home's architecture.
People
Chris Slaughter
Lead Designer & Founder
Founder of Scenic Blue Design since 2005, Chris holds qualifications in Landscape Design, Horticulture, and Civil Engineering. With global garden experience and 18 years in the industry, he specialises in transforming challenging spaces into award-winning designs.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We specialise in landscape design projects across Sydney including Oatley, Paddington, Kellyville, and Woolooware.
What project sizes do you handle?
Our team manages projects ranging from $50,000 garden transformations to $850,000 large-scale developments.
How long does the design process take?
Our 8-step process typically takes 3-6 months from initial consultation to project completion, depending on scope.
Do you handle council approvals?
Yes, we manage structural engineering requirements and council applications as part of our comprehensive service.
How are construction costs managed?
We coordinate tendering with vetted contractors and provide cost approvals before any work commences.
Reviews (4)
Heath Maguire
Dec 23, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
I recently asked Chris for some info regarding my backyard and pool area. He took the time to provide amazing insights and advice. I highly recommend giving Chris a call as early into your planning process as possible. Thanks again Chris!
I recently asked Chris for some info regarding my backyard and pool area. He took the time to provide amazing insights and advice. I highly recommend giving Chris a call as early into your planning process as possible. Thanks again Chris!
Simon Miks
Nov 16, 2020
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Scenic Blue has been a life-saver for us. We have been extremely impressed with the quality of work and professionalism that Chris and his team bring but also their innovative design thinking that helped transform our garden to a modern-contemporary lush outdoor space for entertaining all year round. We highly recommend using Scenic Blue if you want quality work and a company you can trust - Lugarno NSW
Matthew Black
Oct 26, 2020
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Chris was absolutely fantastic. His designs were creative and his willingness to work with you to design something you love an absolute rarity in the modern age. Chris has a background in engineering so his designs are based on structural principle and concepts are based on more than just aesthetic. My wife and I highly recommend Chris to those who want to engage with a designer who is highly engage, offers fantastic support and delivers when promised.
Mark Leveson
Dec 12, 2019
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Chris Slaughter and the team from Scenic Blue Design put their hand up to assist with a full garden makeover to create a place of peace and reflection where could honour and remember our murdered son, Matty. Hence the project name of "Matty's Garden". Chris was able to see things in our steep yard that others could not and design appropriately. He liaised with numerous contractors, labourers and suppliers so that all ran like clockwork. It's impossible to recommend a more professional, competent and caring person than Chris. It's so rare to see a man care SO much about what he does and that those
