Auckland Central Landscaping Consultant

Monique Nielsen - Auckland Landscaping Specialist
Name
Monique Nielsen
Role
Landscaping Consultant
Manager
Location
On the web
Registration Number

Monique Nielsen is a Landscaping Consultant of Hammock Bay Landscaping Limited, a franchisee of Zones Landscaping New Zealand, doing business in Auckland Central.

Monique’s keen eye for design was cultivated throughout a robust career in film, photography, and TV production. Now, as a Landscaping Consultant with Zones, Monique utilises her planning and project management expertise to deliver incredible transformations for homeowners across Auckland. 

Auckland Landscape Design Services 

Our landscaping services in Auckland Central

Checkout our completed landscaping projects in Auckland Central now! 

Trusted Landscape Designer Auckland

Why choose Monique Nielsen as your landscape designer in Auckland?

Backed by her network of leading industry professionals — bolstered by her participation on such shows as Mucking In and Homefront — Monique has a wealth of experience and skilled craftspeople at her disposal to bring her clients’ visions to life. 

Monique says she believes the “briefing stage is so important because that’s when we can clearly define what success looks like.” She’s eager to transform your outdoor living space and looks forward to the opportunity to visit your property to discuss options and ideas for your project. Just get in touch to arrange a free consultation.

Outdoor Entertainment Area Builder Auckland Central

What outdoor entertainment area building services does Zones® Landscaping provide?

Bringing an outdoor entertainment area to life isn’t a one-size-fits-all kind of project. Whether you want to convert your basic fire pit into a stylish outdoor fireplace or create a cosy year-round outdoor living space by installing outdoor heating, our Landscaping Consultants work with extensive networks of industry professionals to get the job done, no matter what’s on the docket.

Our outdoor entertainment area services include:

Checkout our completed outdoor entertainment area landscaping in Auckland Central areas! 

Deck Builder / Installer Auckland

What deck building services do Zones® Landscaping provide?

A lot goes into a decking project so to make sure we cover it all we offer a wide range of deck building services. Each of our Landscaping Consultants has their own network of professionals and suppliers in Central Auckland to ensure you get fantastic results.  

Our deck building services include:

  • Landscape design
  • Deck construction
  • Deck installation
  • Deck shelter building and installation
  • Deck and pergola building
  • Bespoke deck designs and concept art
  • Hardscaping
  • Outdoor lighting plans and installation
  • Outdoor room designs and builds
  • Indoor-outdoor flow advice
  • Deck reconstruction and renovation
  • Complete project management

...and anything else you can think of!

Looking for a expert decking services in Auckland? Checkout Zones Landscaping, your local decking company in Auckland!

Pergola Installer / Builder Auckland

What pergola services do Zones® Landscaping provide?

Whether you’re looking for a traditional pergola or the more modern design of a louvre roof pergola, Zones® have the knowledge and expertise of the types of pergolas that will suit your home. Your local Zones® Landscaping Consultant also has a network of professionals who can design and construct the style of pergola that will fit your Auckland lifestyle.

Our pergola services include:

  • Custom pergola designs
  • Outdoor Louvre Pergolas
  • Louvre roof
  • Outdoor blinds
  • Outdoor rooms
  • Louvre panels
  • Carports
  • Patio roofs
  • Privacy screen installations
  • Landscaping

Checkout Monique Nielsen's backyard Pergola installation in Mount Wellington, Auckland! 

Popular Pergola Materials in Auckland

There are various pergola materials that are popular and installed based on preferences and budget. However, these are the most popular pergola types in Auckland

  • Timber Pergola
  • Aluminium Pergola
  • Composite Pergola
  • Glass Pergola
  • Steel Pergola
  • Polycarbonate Pergola

Looking to install pergola in your Auckland property? Checkout Zones Landscaping, your local pergola company in Auckland now

How much does an Outdoor Entertainment Area cost in Auckland Central?

During the costing phase of our 5-step process, we use a range of factors to determine the estimate of your landscaping project; labour costs, materials, and excavation to name a few. Without knowing details, it’s impossible to give an accurate estimate as outdoor entertainment area renovation projects can vary drastically in scope, design, complexity, and budget. For example, we’ve created fantastic outdoor living areas in a wide range of budgets from $20,000* to over $250,000*.

Checkout Monique’s outdoor entertainment landscaping in Chevalier, Auckland! 

Monique Nielsen is a Landscaping Consultant of Hammock Bay Landscaping Limited, a franchisee of Zones Landscaping New Zealand, doing business in Auckland Central.

Awards & Recognition

  • Year
  • Award
  • 2025

  • Project Manager of the Year

  • 2024

  • Customer Service of the Year

  • 2023

  • Landscape of the Year

  • 2023

  • Design and Build of the Year

  • 2023

  • Biggest Transformation of the Year

  • 2023

  • Customer Service of the Year Finalist

  • 2023

  • Sales Growth of the Year Finalist

  • 2022

  • New Franchisee of the Year Winner

We’re ready to help with your home renovation project!
Get in touch
Opening hours
9am - 5pm
Share to

Our customers have good things to say about 

Monique Nielsen

No testimonials - hide-section.

Guy and his team have worked on two renovations for us and both have been hassle free thanks to their professionalism, consideration and can-do attitude. Genuinely helpful, adaptable in their work and very tidy! A real pleasure to deal with, we wouldn't use anyone else for our building work.

⁠— 

Test

, Zones Customer

Are you ready to discuss your ideas?

Please fill out your details in the online form provided and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours to arrange a free, no obligation consultation.

Get in touch
No items found.

Monique Nielsen

Auckland Central Landscaping Consultant

Monique Nielsen - Auckland Landscaping Specialist

Monique Nielsen

Auckland Central Landscaping Consultant

Outdoor entertainment area

Landscaping Specialist in Auckland Central

Monique’s keen eye for design was cultivated throughout a robust career in film, photography, and TV production. Now, as a Landscaping Consultant with Zones, Monique utilises her planning and project management expertise to deliver incredible transformations for homeowners across Auckland. 

Auckland Landscape Design Services 

Our landscaping services in Auckland Central

Checkout our completed landscaping projects in Auckland Central now! 

Trusted Landscape Designer Auckland

Why choose Monique Nielsen as your landscape designer in Auckland?

Backed by her network of leading industry professionals — bolstered by her participation on such shows as Mucking In and Homefront — Monique has a wealth of experience and skilled craftspeople at her disposal to bring her clients’ visions to life. 

Monique says she believes the “briefing stage is so important because that’s when we can clearly define what success looks like.” She’s eager to transform your outdoor living space and looks forward to the opportunity to visit your property to discuss options and ideas for your project. Just get in touch to arrange a free consultation.

Outdoor Entertainment Area Builder Auckland Central

What outdoor entertainment area building services does Zones® Landscaping provide?

Bringing an outdoor entertainment area to life isn’t a one-size-fits-all kind of project. Whether you want to convert your basic fire pit into a stylish outdoor fireplace or create a cosy year-round outdoor living space by installing outdoor heating, our Landscaping Consultants work with extensive networks of industry professionals to get the job done, no matter what’s on the docket.

Our outdoor entertainment area services include:

Checkout our completed outdoor entertainment area landscaping in Auckland Central areas! 

Deck Builder / Installer Auckland

What deck building services do Zones® Landscaping provide?

A lot goes into a decking project so to make sure we cover it all we offer a wide range of deck building services. Each of our Landscaping Consultants has their own network of professionals and suppliers in Central Auckland to ensure you get fantastic results.  

Our deck building services include:

  • Landscape design
  • Deck construction
  • Deck installation
  • Deck shelter building and installation
  • Deck and pergola building
  • Bespoke deck designs and concept art
  • Hardscaping
  • Outdoor lighting plans and installation
  • Outdoor room designs and builds
  • Indoor-outdoor flow advice
  • Deck reconstruction and renovation
  • Complete project management

...and anything else you can think of!

Looking for a expert decking services in Auckland? Checkout Zones Landscaping, your local decking company in Auckland!

Pergola Installer / Builder Auckland

What pergola services do Zones® Landscaping provide?

Whether you’re looking for a traditional pergola or the more modern design of a louvre roof pergola, Zones® have the knowledge and expertise of the types of pergolas that will suit your home. Your local Zones® Landscaping Consultant also has a network of professionals who can design and construct the style of pergola that will fit your Auckland lifestyle.

Our pergola services include:

  • Custom pergola designs
  • Outdoor Louvre Pergolas
  • Louvre roof
  • Outdoor blinds
  • Outdoor rooms
  • Louvre panels
  • Carports
  • Patio roofs
  • Privacy screen installations
  • Landscaping

Checkout Monique Nielsen's backyard Pergola installation in Mount Wellington, Auckland! 

Popular Pergola Materials in Auckland

There are various pergola materials that are popular and installed based on preferences and budget. However, these are the most popular pergola types in Auckland

  • Timber Pergola
  • Aluminium Pergola
  • Composite Pergola
  • Glass Pergola
  • Steel Pergola
  • Polycarbonate Pergola

Looking to install pergola in your Auckland property? Checkout Zones Landscaping, your local pergola company in Auckland now

How much does an Outdoor Entertainment Area cost in Auckland Central?

During the costing phase of our 5-step process, we use a range of factors to determine the estimate of your landscaping project; labour costs, materials, and excavation to name a few. Without knowing details, it’s impossible to give an accurate estimate as outdoor entertainment area renovation projects can vary drastically in scope, design, complexity, and budget. For example, we’ve created fantastic outdoor living areas in a wide range of budgets from $20,000* to over $250,000*.

Checkout Monique’s outdoor entertainment landscaping in Chevalier, Auckland! 

Show more less
Monique Nielsen - Auckland Landscaping Specialist
Monique Nielsen
Landscaping Consultant
Book a Free Consultation
Find me on

Monique Nielsen is a Landscaping Consultant of Hammock Bay Landscaping Limited, a franchisee of Zones Landscaping New Zealand, doing business in Auckland Central.

Design, landscaping, project-management

The Zones® Experience

Maintain your lifestyle throughout your project. Our structured process has been designed to produce stress-free projects on-time and on-budget.
1

Initial Consultation

A landscaping specialist will meet with you to discuss your ideas and offer suggestions and inspiration to get your project started.

2

Scoping and Feasibility

Next up, your specialist will look at the feasibility of your ideas and, consequently, provide you with a project estimate.

3

Detailed Planning and Costing

A detailed design will allow your specialist to create a time-frame, a fixed-quote and advise you of any required council consents.

4

Build Stage

From there, it’s all go! Your landscaping specialist will manage their skilled team throughout your design installation.

5

Project Completion

With professional project management, completing your project on-time and on-budget is very achievable.

Group 14 Created with Sketch.


Zones makes
landscaping
your outdoor
spaces easy

Services

Start your landscaping project with Monique Nielsen

Which part of your backyard do you plan to redesign?

Landscape Design Auckland | Plan, Design, Build

Landscape Design Auckland | Plan, Design, Build

Learn More
Auckland Outdoor Heating Specialists

Auckland Outdoor Heating Specialists

Learn More
Outdoor Living Spaces & Entertainment Areas in Auckland Central

Outdoor Living Spaces & Entertainment Areas in Auckland Central

Learn More
Auckland Swimming Pool Installation Specialists

Auckland Swimming Pool Installation Specialists

Learn More
Custom Pergola Specialists Auckland

Custom Pergola Specialists Auckland

Learn More
Auckland Deck Building Specialists

Auckland Deck Building Specialists

Learn More
Garden Design Auckland Central | Plan, Design, Build

Garden Design Auckland Central | Plan, Design, Build

Learn More
Auckland Retaining Wall Builders

Auckland Retaining Wall Builders

Learn More
Testimonials

What Monique Nielsen’s customers say about working with Zones®

Frequently asked questions

Why choose Monique Nielsen as your landscape designer in Auckland?

Backed by her network of leading industry professionals — bolstered by her participation on such shows as Mucking In and Homefront — Monique has a wealth of experience and skilled craftspeople at her disposal to bring her clients’ visions to life. 

Monique says she believes the “briefing stage is so important because that’s when we can clearly define what success looks like.” She’s eager to transform your outdoor living space and looks forward to the opportunity to visit your property to discuss options and ideas for your project. Just get in touch to arrange a free consultation.

Are Auckland homeowners still investing heavily in landscaping despite economic pressures?

Yes - but they’re being more strategic.

Instead of doing everything at once, many homeowners are staging their landscaping projects. For example:

Phase 1: Hardscaping (decking, paving, retaining walls)

Phase 2: Planting and lawn

Phase 3: Outdoor kitchen or pergola

Landscaping in Auckland Central is increasingly seen as an investment that increases property value, especially before selling.

Well-designed landscaping can significantly improve street appeal, and in competitive central Auckland suburbs, that matters.

Read the full article here.

How much does landscaping cost in Auckland Central?

Costs vary significantly depending on scope and site conditions.

As a general guide:

  • Basic landscaping refresh: $20,000-$40,000
  • Mid-range outdoor transformation: $40,000-$80,000
  • High-end, fully integrated outdoor living: $80,000+

Sloped sites, drainage upgrades, and access limitations in central Auckland can impact pricing.

The key is realistic budgeting from the outset.

Read the full article here.

What mistakes do homeowners make with landscaping projects?

The biggest mistake is underestimating planning and compliance requirements.

Depending on the scope, landscaping in Auckland may require:

  • Resource consent
  • Building consent (for certain retaining walls or structures)
  • Engineering input
  • Drainage considerations

Another common issue is starting without a cohesive design plan. People might install a deck, then later realise it doesn’t integrate well with future landscaping stages.

That’s why working with a landscaping consultant early makes a huge difference.

Read the full article here.

What are the most requested landscaping features right now?

The top requests we're seeing include:

1. Outdoor Rooms

People want their garden to feel like an extension of their home. Covered pergolas, louvre roofs, and outdoor fireplaces are very popular.

2. Tiered Gardens & Retaining Walls

Because Auckland Central properties often have sloped sections, retaining walls and terraced landscaping are common.

3. Structured & Layered Planting

Planting design is becoming more refined. Instead of high-maintenance lawns, homeowners are opting for:

  • Layered native planting
  • Architectural foliage
  • Drought-tolerant species
  • Privacy screening through greenery

This approach softens urban properties while creating visual interest and long-term sustainability.

4. Compact & Architectural Pools

We’re seeing growing interest in:

  • Above-ground plunge pools
  • Infinity-edge pools on sloped sites
  • Narrow townhouse pools for inner-city sections

Even smaller properties are incorporating water features that feel luxurious but scale appropriately to the site.

Read the full article here.

Monique, what landscaping trends are you seeing in Auckland Central right now?

One of the biggest changes I’m seeing is homeowners wanting to extend their living space outdoors, without the cost of a full home extension.

In suburbs like Ponsonby, Grey Lynn and Mount Eden, people are investing in outdoor spaces that feel architectural and integrated with the home. Instead of purely decorative gardens, we’re designing functional environments.

That includes:

  • Covered outdoor kitchens
  • Cantilever-style pergolas and louvre systems
  • Outdoor fireplaces for year-round use
  • Built-in seating and structured planting
  • Thoughtful lighting for ambience and security

Planting is also becoming more intentional. Rather than large lawn areas, clients are requesting layered, architectural planting that creates privacy, texture and seasonal interest, while remaining manageable long-term.

Read the full article here.

Get your FREE digital copy of our Renovate Handbook

Just sign up to our newsletter and we'll send it your way.

Get Free Offer
Get started

Request a free consultation today

Book a Free Consultation

Fill out the form below to tell us more about your project and book a free consultation.

If your enquiry is not related to renovating your home, you may wish to use one of our other enquiry forms to ensure your message reaches the right team:

Please Wait ...
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Zones Landscaping

Auckland Central Landscaping Contractors Service The Following Locations

We have landscaping teams all across New Zealand - click here to view full list of locations