Landscape Architecture

Creating outstanding landscapes across the whenua, our Landscape Architecture team design spaces that integrate function, ecology, water management, landform – capturing clients wishes and ambitions to form spaces that inspire, are resilient, excite, and have an enduring presence.

We bring together in-house teams and work alongside our partners to develop exceptional projects that perform. Across civic projects, large scale residential, master planning, play spaces, subdivisions, engineering design support, wetland restoration, project management, environmental plantings, reserve developments, our projects are informed through planning, design, project management, detailed assessments, drone image capture and LIDAR. We have a legacy of top performing projects including the award-winning Suter Art Gallery I Te Aratoi O Whakatu Landscape, admired and loved by residents of Te Tau Ihu; and Faulkner Bush Play Space, Wakefield, a nature-based play area enjoyed by children of all ages.

How we can help

Our Landscape Architecture team designs outstanding, resilient, and inspiring spaces for civic, residential, and environmental projects, integrating client vision, function, ecology, and water management.
Planning & consentsLandscape assessmentsProject managementAdvice & consultancyPlayspace design
A landscaped outdoor space with stone steps, young plants, a pergola, and a sculptural potted tree, with hills in the background

Planning & consents

We navigate complex planning and regulatory frameworks to bring your landscape projects to life. Our team works collaboratively with councils, developers, iwi, and community stakeholders to ensure designs align with policy and environmental objectives. Through preparation of Landscape Assessments, consent documentation, management plans, or detailed site assessments, we streamline processes for successful project delivery.
Get in touch
Belinda Reburn
+64 27 223 2633
belinda@kumanu.co.nz
Projects

Landscape assessments

Providing clear, practical, evidence-based insights, our Landscape assessments support planning requirements and decision-making. We assess visual and amenity values to understand character and the sensitivity of landscapes and the potential impact of proposed developments. Our processes are grounded in technical expertise and local knowledge, ensuring outcomes that enable appropriate growth and support environments.
Get in touch
Belinda Reburn
+64 27 223 2633
belinda@kumanu.co.nz
Projects

Project management

We provide expert project management by navigating complex planning and regulatory frameworks. We ensure designs align with policy and environmental objectives through collaborative work with councils, developers, and stakeholders. Services include preparing consent documentation, assessments, and management plans, effectively streamlining processes for successful project delivery.
Get in touch
Belinda Reburn
+64 27 223 2633
belinda@kumanu.co.nz
Projects

Advice & consultancy

Our team offers strategic advice and consultancy services, providing early-stage feasibility studies and site analysis to inform project potential. We give expert guidance on design direction, regulatory requirements, and environmental considerations. By offering targeted input, we optimise decision-making and establish a clear, successful foundation for your landscape projects.
Get in touch
Belinda Reburn
+64 27 223 2633
belinda@kumanu.co.nz
Projects

Playspace design

Our team delivers creative, safe, and inclusive playspace designs. We translate conceptual narratives into engaging environments, focusing on maximising play value and child development. Our expertise is underscored by our training in Registered Play Inspectors International (RPII) standards, ensuring all designs meet the highest safety and compliance requirements for successful, worry-free project delivery.
Get in touch
Belinda Reburn
+64 27 223 2633
belinda@kumanu.co.nz
Projects
A modern playground featuring swings, a zipline, and a large red tube slide, set within a landscaped park under a clear blue skyA close-up view of a bright red tube slide attached to wooden play structures in a landscaped playground
Website designed by Downing
linkedin facebook pinterest youtube rss twitter instagram facebook-blank rss-blank linkedin-blank pinterest youtube twitter instagram