Capability Statement
AQL Landscape Design has developed a reputation as a thoroughly professional multi-disciplinary team of Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, Horticulturists and Project Managers. 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. AQL Landscape Design prides itself in having strength in diversity.

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.

We are a competitive company whose pricing reflects a policy of providing an excellent service for value approach.

Our services include the following:

Private Garden Design
• Concept development, master planning through to detailed construction documents as required for small to large scale properties

Landscape and Urban Design
• Landscape masterplans and documentation for local government, commercial and residential projects
• Development of all aspects of streetscape design projects
• Contract administration
• Consultation with relevant community groups and stakeholders

Project Management Services
• Preparation of estimates specifications, drawings and technical guidelines for projects
• Project management services, including time management, budget management and quality control

Permit Planning Applications
• Design advice and documentation for commercial applications
• Expert witness at Victorian Civil Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) involving consultation with objectors and supporters.

Quality Assurance
As part of our ongoing commitment to quality workmanship and the best service, our company is currently implementing a Quality Systems Management Program.

Management Structure
AQL Landscape Design employs Landscape Architects/ designers alongside the Principal, plus junior Landscape Architecture staff as required. Designers at AQL are expected to have a role in project management, implementation as well as a designing role.

This management structure allows the flexibility to match staff skills with the demands of the task, and brings numerous benefits to the client including:
• Realistic price estimates
• Ability to design to budget
• Up to date knowledge of materials and construction methods
• Experience in project management and;
• The ability to quickly design and prepare estimates of projects from the beginning.