PATH Design Studio

PATH Design Studio PATH Design Studio is an award winning landscape design & construction company based in Melbourne Australia. VBA Registered Builder.

We design, construct and maintain your garden

17/03/2026

A paving day on site by PATH Design Studio.

Set in front of a beautifully preserved 1950s cream brick home, this project balances heritage character with a refined contemporary update. A new modern garage addition sits comfortably beside the original house — a thoughtful extension that respects the past while introducing clean, modern lines.

At the entry, reclaimed bricks are being laid to form a curved pathway, bringing warmth, texture and a subtle sense of history to the space. The bricks run with the curve of the path, framed by perpendicular edging that keeps the layout crisp and defined.

This project is brought to life by Mick — a highly experienced paver I first met around six years ago, when he completed a complex bluestone repair for us in Balwyn North. We’ve been working together ever since. His craftsmanship has always stood out, with a level of understanding and precision rarely seen in younger installers.

Beside the pathway, the driveway has been completed in bushed and highlighted concrete, laid in a square pattern. Its soft texture and tonal variation create a calm, contemporary contrast to the traditional brick paving.

Each brick is carefully cut on site to follow the curve precisely — and with Mick on the tools, the result speaks for itself. A fantastic job delivered with true craftsmanship.





16/03/2026

A visit to RMS Stone today — exploring natural stone materials and learning more about their application in landscape design.

At PATH Design Studio, we see stone as more than just a material.
It defines texture, proportion, and how a space will age over time.

We were kindly invited by the team at , who also treated us to a very pleasant lunch while we spent time learning about their latest materials. It was a great opportunity not only to see but also to touch and experience new stone products firsthand.

During the visit we discussed:
🪨 different stone textures and colour variations
📐 design possibilities and layout directions
🔧 installation considerations and construction details
🌿 selecting materials that are both beautiful and durable

Good design doesn’t only come from drawings —
it comes from continuous learning and collaboration.

Thank you to for the invitation and hospitality.
Special thanks to Connor Turner for the kind invitation.

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24/02/2026

Project highlights:

🚪 Front Fence & Entry — a 1.2 m high front fence that requires no permit, paired with an automated front gate. Pedestrian footpath, letterbox and intercom installation coming next.

🪨 Linear Paving — Garonne® Limestone in a linear layout. The lines are intentionally offset and randomly spaced, creating movement rather than a rigid grid.

🌹 Iceberg Roses — two rows already standing at around 1.4 m high, full of coverage and flowering beautifully.

💡 Lighting Details — step light domes in an antique bronze brass finish, adding character and subtle warmth to the entry.

🌿 Planter Boxes — these will grow and be clipped into low hedges, forming a green wall effect along both sides of the pathway.

🌳 Open Lawn Area — a generous grass space framed by three mature Magnolia trees, underplanted for texture and softness. Retaining wall neatly integrated along the boundary.

🎨 Side Fence Finish — painted in Dulux Namadji. A unique tone with a subtle brown undertone — not your typical matte black — adding warmth and depth to the frontage.

🌸 Layered Planting — Hydrangeas and groundcover roses introduce colour to the front garden, beautifully framing the large window and views from inside the home.

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On site in Balwyn North — where the final layers are bringing this frontage to life.🪨Garonne® limestone paving set in a ...
24/02/2026

On site in Balwyn North — where the final layers are bringing this frontage to life.

🪨Garonne® limestone paving set in a linear rhythm.
🌹Iceberg roses in full bloom.
🌳Magnolias framing a generous open lawn.
🌿Layered hydrangeas and groundcover softening the large front window.

Finished with Dulux Namadji fencing and warm antique bronze lighting for depth and character.

The home is nearly complete — and the landscape is what truly brings it all together. ✨

28/01/2026

On site at our Balwyn North project — walking through the details as the garden comes together.

Project highlights:
🌿 Planter Boxes — Fatima Japonica, a Japanese plant that will grow into a soft hedge. It brings a subtle tropical feel and frames the alfresco area beautifully.

💡 Outdoor Lighting — wall lights and step lights are installed along the pathway. At night, this space will be gently lit, guiding movement and adding atmosphere.

⭐ Groundcover Planting — Star Jasmine is already starting to flower, adding softness, fragrance and seasonal interest.

⚽ Open Lawn & Paving Area — an open grass space with surrounding paving, perfect for ball games, relaxing, or simply enjoying greenery as a backdrop.

🌳 Boundary Hedging — a row of Ficus hillii hedge paired with garden lighting. There are six garden lights just in this zone, creating depth and structure after dark.

🍊 Edible Garden — a growing vegetable area with Mandarin and Lemon trees, plus potted vegetables. We’ll be back to see how this space evolves once everything is established.

A garden designed to grow, mature and be enjoyed over time.
We’ll check back in once it’s all





18/12/2025

Project highlights:
🧱 Front Entry Paving — a full T-shaped cobblestone field leading from the gate toward the home, transitioning into a refined French pattern at the entry.

💧 Plant & Lawn Care — our automated irrigation system waters every plant and every patch of new lawn with care. Plants aren’t just materials to us — they’re living elements, and each one deserves proper attention.

🧱 Front Fence Construction — the new brick-and-steel fence is taking shape; 1.9m at its highest point with 9 structural pillars. Its colour and form were designed to match the architecture of the home for a cohesive frontage.

🪨 Rear Stepping Stones — Mick is laying 30 mm natural stone in a French pattern. He may be older, but his experience is unmatched — every stone placed precisely according to our drawings.

🪵 Custom Pergola Build — Navid is crafting the integrated timber pergola and built-in bench. Climbing mesh on both sides will soon be covered in greenery. Matching French paving below ties the outdoor spaces back to the home’s overall style.

🌲 Rear Decking — Jeremy is building seamless composite decking using 140 mm full-length boards and hidden fixings — no exposed screws, low-maintenance and easy to care for. A future spot for gatherings, BBQs and backyard celebrations.
Every detail checked. Every trade aligned.
The design is moving from paper into a living garden.









26/11/2025

Paving isn’t just the surface you walk on — it sets the rhythm, texture and character of the entire landscape.
At Kew East, materials meet craftsmanship.

Paving highlights:
🪨 Bluestone Pavers — timeless, cool-toned and beautifully architectural
🧱 Cobblestone Edging — texture, character and a classic Melbourne touch
🇫🇷 French Pattern Paving — dynamic layout, soft movement and old-world charm
📐 Compacted Crushed Rock Base — stability + long-term performance
✂️ Hand-Cut Details — clean joints and precise transitions
🚶‍♂️ Defined Pathways — guiding movement and anchoring the design

Solid structure today, room for lush planting tomorrow.
Want a tailored hardscape plan for your space?
DM us.



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12/11/2025

Kew project update 🌿✨
Fast cover or budget-friendly? We’re balancing plant size, growth speed and cost—done right.
Plant palette highlights
• 🎋 3 m Bambusa textilis ’Gracilis‘ (Slender Weavers) — instant privacy
• 🍋🍊 🍐 Fruiting Citrus ’Eureka‘ (Lemon Tree), Citrus reticulata (Japanese Seedless Mandarin) Pyrus ‘Nashi Nijisseiki’ (Asian Pear Tree)— courtyard scent + harvest
• 🌿 Rosmarinus officinalis ’Prostratus‘ (Trailing Rosemary), Nandina domestica ’Moon Bay‘ (Nandina Moon Bay)— year-round structure
• ⭐ Trachelospermum jasminoides (Chinese Star Jasmine)— softens walls, perfumes spring
• 🤍 Hydrangea arborescens ’Annabelle‘ (Purple Hydrangea)— big summer blooms
Want a custom planting plan? DM us.

Elm Garden Details that make an entrance feel alive.  ✨From the sculptural basalt water feature topped with polished ste...
01/10/2025

Elm Garden Details that make an entrance feel alive.

✨From the sculptural basalt water feature topped with polished steel spheres to the refined ‘Endicott’ crazy paving underfoot, every element here is crafted to balance texture and calm. Soft planting between stone and gravel adds a touch of green, grounding the design in nature. A space where movement, material, and detail come together to welcome you home. 🌿💧

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Elm Garden - Seamless access meets smart design. 🚗This automatic garage entrance provides a smooth drive-in experience, ...
01/10/2025

Elm Garden - Seamless access meets smart design.

🚗This automatic garage entrance provides a smooth drive-in experience, framed with durable finishes and a ceiling clearance of at least 2.3m—perfect for larger vehicles and future flexibility. The exposed truss ceiling and modern roller door combine practicality with architectural detail, while integrated storage keeps everything organised.

🔹Precision-cut bluestone capping highlights the brickwork edges, offering a refined finish that’s both robust and elegant. Its clean lines and natural texture anchor the design, ensuring durability while enhancing the architectural detailing.

Functionality and style, built into everyday living. 🛠️🏡

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Po Box 5060
Kew, VIC
3101

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Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm

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