What do we do?

We work across a range of projects, from early site planning through to design, planting and detailed documentation, and are always open to jumping in at whatever stage you’re at. That said, we love being involved early, when key decisions around house placement, levels, and orientation can be properly considered. It’s often at this stage that opportunities are either unlocked or missed, and a bit of thought toward how indoor and outdoor spaces connect can make a huge difference. Our approach is flexible and collaborative, with a focus on creating spaces that feel well resolved, easy to live in, and grounded in their setting.

Landscape design plan for a residential property with detailed landscaping features, a pool, driveway, lawn, and architectural structures.

Site Plan

Site plan and elevation drawings for a landscape design project, including contour lines, building footprint, water tanks, septic tank, and visualizations of proposed landscape changes.

A Site Plan considers the placement of your home within the land, responding to topography, aspect, and surrounding context to create a well-balanced and functional layout. It works to position the house, define finished levels, and organise access, outdoor areas, and services in a way that maximises outlook, sun, shelter, and key site features. The result is a clear framework that supports both the architecture and landscape, setting the foundation for a cohesive and well-resolved project. It can be developed alongside your architectural plans or used to guide early design decisions, helping to unlock the full potential of your site.

The Process…

A Site Plan begins with an on-site consultation or review of survey and architectural information to understand the land, constraints, and opportunities. We discuss how you want to live on the site, including priorities around outlook, privacy, access, and outdoor spaces. From there, a brief, proposal, and project fee are prepared.

The design process focuses on exploring layout options, including house position, levels, and site organisation. These are reviewed together and refined before the final Site Plan is developed, clearly outlining placement, levels, and spatial relationships across the site. The completed plan is presented in person, with a digital version provided after any final adjustments.

Most projects fall between $1,500 and $4,000, according to the scope, size and complexity of the site. Larger rural properties are quoted individually.

Technical Plans

May be required to provide the detailed documentation to move your project from design into construction and approval. They provide accurate drawings for site setout, resource consent, and council submissions, including pool documentation where required.

This layer also covers tailored built elements and detailed drawings, ensuring levels, dimensions, and construction methods are clearly resolved. The result is a coordinated set of documents that support builders, contractors, and consultants, reducing uncertainty and allowing the project to be delivered as intended

Priced according to scope and complexity.

Architectural landscape plan with green lawns, trees, bushes, flower beds, a pool, and outdoor furniture, including benches and a dining table, along with photographs of modern outdoor design features such as a water fountain, seating area, and wood decking.

Landscape Plan

Landscape Design plan for a house in Cambridge, Waikato, including a pool, garden beds, and outdoor seating areas. The plan details various fencing, planting, and hardscape elements with annotated descriptions and realistic renders.

A Landscape Plan responds to your site, context, and desired outcome, bringing these together in a considered design that maximises site potential, supports outdoor living, and creates easy, natural movement with strong indoor–outdoor flow. It can be developed for an existing site or alongside your architectural plans, and implemented in stages to suit your budget, adding lasting value to your home.

The Process…

A Landscape Plan begins with an on-site consultation to understand your property, needs, and aspirations. From there, we prepare a clear brief, proposal, and project fee.

The design process includes a concept review, allowing us to refine the direction together before developing the final plan. Your completed Landscape Plan is presented in person, with a digital version provided after any final adjustments.

Most projects fall between $1,500 and $4,000, according to the scope, size and complexity of the site. Larger rural properties are quoted individually.

Concept Visualisations

Developed from detailed CAD models and enhanced with AI, these images help bring the proposed landscape to life, providing a realistic impression of the design before construction begins.

They can be included where additional clarity is beneficial, or developed as a complete site model to communicate the overall design.

Priced according to scope and complexity.

Realistic renders of a Landscape Design for a site in Raglan, Waikato. Shows artistic,  planting and design with modern architecture. designer Keucke Studio
Realistic renders of a Landscape design which includes a sunken courtyard and tropical garden for a site in Raglan, Waikato design by Keucke Studio
Detailed landscape design plan for a garden with sections of plant images, a tree planting guide, and ground cover instructions.

Planting Plan

Detailed garden design plan with a variety of plant species, including trees, shrubs, and ground cover, along with a plant list and images of selected plants.

A Planting Plan is where we select and place plants on your site. This is shaped by your site conditions, climate, and the atmosphere you want to create, bringing together a thoughtful mix of plants to provide structure, rhythm, and seasonal change. It works alongside the built elements of your landscape to soften edges, define spaces, and build a layered, cohesive garden that settles into its surroundings over time. It can be developed as part of a broader Landscape Plan or as a standalone design to refresh or complete an existing space, and can be rolled out in stages to suit your budget.

The Process…

A Planting Plan starts with a site visit to assess conditions such as soil, light, and existing vegetation, while also discussing how you want the space to feel and function. From there, we prepare a brief, proposal, and project fee.

The design process moves into developing a planting approach, including overall structure, key species, and planting style. This is reviewed together and refined before the final Planting Plan is produced, detailing plant placement, selection, and quantities. The finished plan is presented in person, with a digital version supplied following any final refinements.

Most projects fall between $1,200 and $4,000, according to the scope, size and complexity of the site. Larger rural properties are quoted individually.

Plant sourcing, supply and planting

This option is available as a follow on from your Planting Plan, We work with trusted suppliers and contractors that allow for your design to be implemented. Be aware that Planting needs to happen at the right time of year to ensure success of your garden and time needs to be allowed to ensure plant availability. You will also be provided with a care and maintenance package to follow until your garden is established and happy.

Priced according to plant selections, plant sizes, scale of planted area and complexity

Contact us…

We are happy to work with you to find an approach that is best suited to your project, please use the contact form or you can contact Veronica directly below…

PH - 021 0654 362

veronica@keucke.co.nz