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Most landscaping projects tend to serve a specific purpose, like transforming an unused space into something more functional. But when Andrew and Zelda Tucker asked Zones for help to transform their Hamilton backyard, it was for something much more special.

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Backyard Landscaping Design in Hamilton

Most landscaping projects tend to serve a specific purpose, like transforming an unused space into something more functional. But when Andrew and Zelda Tucker asked Zones for help to transform their Hamilton backyard, it was for something much more special.

“Andrew and Zelda wanted to create a functional entertainment area that was easily accessible from their house,” says Leah Huang, Zones Landscaping Specialist for the Waikato Region. “But we had a deadline that wasn’t going to move for anybody: December 2nd, the day their daughter was to be married.”

“Andrew and Zelda wanted to create a functional entertainment area that was easily accessible from their house."
- Leah, Landscaping specialist

The original development site was what Leah describes as a “bit of a wasteland”. Sloping and bare, the site had a few large rocks dotted around the place. The aim was to turn this blank canvas into a stylish and modern entertainment area that could be used all year round, softened with some aesthetically-pleasing yet very low-maintenance planting.

Developing a new landscape design in backyard

The central project was the construction of the Tuckers’ entertainment hub: a tiled patio complete with high-technology roofing system. But after determining what the client wanted – tiles, ClearVue roofing and an irrigation system – it became apparent that their original budget would need to be extended.

A new backyard with paving stone in Hamilton designed by Leah Huang

“Zelda had her heart set on a tiled patio from day one,” says Leah. “But outdoor tiling is much more expensive than paving stones, particularly when it comes to creating the base. Tiles require a very strong concrete base, otherwise there’s risk of the concrete – and therefore the tiles – cracking as the weather changes. You can’t lay tiles on ‘green’ or new concrete either, and there are much stricter standards to meet.

“Paving stones, on the other hand, simply need a compacted sand base which is much cheaper and less labour-intensive. There are also some paving stones on the market that look really designer, but they just weren’t quite big enough for what the Tuckers wanted, so they decided to stick with tiles but increase the budget accordingly.”

The patio’s roofing system was also a key element of the design.

“Andrew and Zelda wanted to create a functional entertainment area that could be used any time of year in any kind of weather, but they didn’t want the hassle of applying for a building consent,” says Leah. “Roofs larger than 20 square metres require consent, so we made ours exactly 20 square metres – and therefore avoided the paperwork!”

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A new deck and plant trees with a tiled steps in the center - designed by Leah Huang

After seeing it advertised in a recent edition of Renovate Magazine, The Tuckers chose to work with ClearVue, a high-technology yet very lightweight roofing system that looks like glass but is significantly lighter. They also wanted a planting solution that would soften the hard edges on their landscaping design but wouldn’t require a lot of work – if any. The solution was a built-in irrigation system that, when set on a timer, automatically waters the garden.

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“After establishing what our clients wanted and before finalising the plans, the clients decided on a budget circa $40k to give them exactly what they wanted,” says Leah. “And Andrew and Zelda were so happy with the final product – it ticked all their boxes, and created a multi-functional space in their backyard that could be used all year round.”

“ Andrew and Zelda were so happy with the final product – it ticked all their boxes, and created a multi-functional space in their backyard that could be used all year round."
- Leah, Landscaping specialist

And of course, the space would perfectly accommodate the functions that come with family weddings. Are you looking for a landscaping designer in Hamilton? Book your Free Consultation with Leah Huang today!

The final result

“The Tuckers’ daughter got married on December 2nd so it was essential that the Zones team pulled through to meet that deadline,” says Leah. “And we did; the final work was completed on December 1st!”

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Waikato
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Leah Huang is Landscaping Consultant of TL Landscaping Ltd, a franchisee of Zones Outdoor Renovations Ltd, doing business in Waikato.

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