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Daylesford House 5, The Block

Daylesford

A 1,000m2 landscape transformation delivered under pressure and built to perform beyond the show. The Block, Daylesford House 5 is Designed for real-world living

Modern landscape courtyard with basalt stepping stones, outdoor daybed, and steel-clad buildings at Daylesford House 5
Modern backyard with swimming pool, pickleball court, outdoor fireplace and mature bottle tree at Daylesford House 5
A full-sized Pickleball court anchors this 1,000m2 entertainment landscape, balanced by a 25-year-old Bottle Tree that grounds the space instantly. Curved lawn planes work with the natural slope.
Covered timber deck with dining furniture and circular water feature in foreground at Daylesford House 5 project
Timber furniture creates comfortable zones under the covered deck, while the circular water feature adds movement and sound to the entertaining space.
Modern concrete outdoor fireplace with grey lounge seating and natural stone boulders in Daylesford garden
Concrete frames the fireplace opening for clean lines while basalt boulders anchor the seating area into the natural slope. Curved garden beds soften the hardscape with native plantings.
Blue pickleball court with net, timber bench seating, and large mature Bottle Tree in modern landscape garden at Daylesford
The full-sized court anchors the entertainment zone, balanced by a 25-year-old Bottle Tree that grounds the space with sculptural presence. Curved lawn planes and native plantings soften the hardscape elements.
Modern outdoor entertaining area with timber deck, pool, lounge chairs and mature trees at Daylesford House 5
Timber decking creates generous entertaining zones that flow between pool and indoor living. The mature Bottle Tree grounds the space instantly, bringing sculptural presence to this modern Daylesford garden.
Modern outdoor entertaining area with timber furniture and steel pergola at Daylesford House 5 project
Timber and steel frame the central entertaining zone, creating shade and structure for long lunches. We positioned the seating to capture morning sun while the pergola filters harsh afternoon light.
Modern concrete fireplace with timber outdoor furniture and pool backdrop at Daylesford House 5 from The Block
Concrete holds the heat long after flames die down, extending evenings around this central fireplace. Timber frames soften the hardscape while built-in wood storage keeps fuel close at hand.
Modern pool house pavilion with spa and outdoor furniture at Daylesford House 5 from The Block reality TV show
The pool house becomes a year-round retreat, with covered entertaining flowing to the spa. Gravel surfaces drain quickly while glass balustrade keeps sightlines open across the garden.
Modern concrete outdoor fireplace with glass pool fencing and mature plantings at Daylesford House 5 from The Block
The concrete fireplace anchors multiple entertaining zones across this sloped site. We shaped the natural fall into sweeping lawn planes, with basalt steppers floating through textured paths.
Concrete outdoor fireplace with timber furniture and swimming pool at Daylesford House 5 from The Block television show
Concrete grounds this entertainment zone with thermal mass that holds warmth long after the flames die down. Timber frames soften the edges while the fireplace anchors family gatherings.
Modern house with 3D printed concrete walls, corrugated metal roof with solar panels, and swimming pool at Daylesford
3D printed concrete walls create sculptural texture while the solar roof powers this modern entertainer. The horizontal ridging catches shadow lines that shift through the day.
Modern backyard landscape featuring full-size Pickleball court, swimming pool, and mature Bottle Tree at Daylesford house
The full-size Pickleball court anchors this entertainment-focused garden, balanced by a 25-year-old Bottle Tree that grounds the space with sculptural presence.
Modern landscape courtyard with mature Bottle Tree, Pickleball court and fireplace at Daylesford House 5, The Block
The 25-year-old Bottle Tree anchors this entertaining space instantly, its sculptural form balancing the clean lines of the Pickleball court and statement fireplace.
Modern landscape courtyard with basalt stepping stones, outdoor daybed, and steel-clad buildings at Daylesford House 5
Basalt steppers float through textured aggregate, connecting entertaining zones while curved planting beds soften the structured hardscape elements.
Modern landscape with curved aggregate paths, native plantings and dark metal clad house at Daylesford House 5
Curved paths in textured aggregate weave between dichondra groundcovers and layered native plantings. The natural slope shapes into sweeping lawn planes that draw the eye outward.
Modern backyard with swimming pool, glass safety fencing, outdoor fireplace and entertaining area in Daylesford
Glass fencing keeps sightlines open across the pool to the fireplace beyond. Timber furniture zones the entertaining space while gravel surfacing drains quickly after rain.
Modern dark grey home with glass-fenced swimming pool and landscaped garden in Daylesford, Victoria
Glass fencing keeps the pool area open while maintaining safety, letting the eye travel across water to the established garden beds beyond.
Natural timber post and rail fencing with gravel landscaping at The Block Daylesford House 5 modern entertainer garden
Timber posts and rails define spaces without blocking views, letting the garden breathe while creating gentle boundaries. We used traditional joinery for longevity across this 1,000m2 transformation.
Curved garden beds with native plantings, black water bowl feature and outdoor furniture at Daylesford House 5
Straightcurve steel edging shapes flowing garden beds that soften the transition from lawn to planted zones. Native grasses and established shrubs frame the black water feature.

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