At Reality Escapes, we see your landscape design as the master plan for how you want to live outdoors. A professional design brings structure, balance, and function; it saves time, prevents rework and creates a space that matures beautifully over time.

Each design begins with a detailed site plan and planting layout tailored to your property. Council documentation can also be included if a Development Approval (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC) is required to complete your project.

3D renders are available if you want a clear visual of how your finished space will look before construction begins.

Yes. Reality Escapes works under an integrated model that covers design, construction, and ongoing maintenance. This approach keeps every stage connected, so your project moves smoothly from concept through to completion and long-term care.

Design costs depend on property size, complexity, and inclusions. Once we’ve completed your initial consultation, you’ll receive a clear proposal outlining the full design scope and investment so you can make decisions confidently before moving to construction.

We can prepare and lodge all documentation required for CDC and DA approvals prior to construction when needed.

Our understanding of landscaping across Sydney, the Sutherland Shire, Illawarra, South Coast NSW, and the Southern Highlands means every design is created with compliance in mind, helping you avoid costly approval issues later.

When selecting a landscape designer, look for proven experience in both design and construction. Our lead designers are former landscape construction and pool build specialists with more than 20 years of hands-on experience. That background means we design spaces that are buildable to the highest quality, with construction compliance at the forefront.

We also understand today’s construction costs, giving our clients clear expectations and no surprise variations once building begins.

Yes, and it’s one of our key specialties. Reality Escapes has been designing and building complex outdoor spaces across Australia for more than 20 years. We understand the challenges of Sydney, the Illawarra, South Coast and Southern Highlans varied terrain and never shy away from bold ideas. Our team has built a strong reputation for completing intricate, sloped, and multi-level projects that most would turn away from.

You don’t have to, although most clients choose to.

Our designs are developed with our construction methods in mind; keeping both under one team ensures precision, consistency, and clear communication from concept through to completion.

Yes. We frequently design around existing pools, decks, and walls, integrating them into a new plan.

The goal is to create a space that feels cohesive, functional, and tailored to the way you use it with as little compromise as possible.

Most designs take between four and eight weeks, depending on site complexity and scope. We confirm your timeline at the start and keep you updated throughout the process to ensure every stage stays on track.