About

Three Acres Landscape Architecture is a landscape architecture design studio based in Melbourne, on the land of Woiwurrung and Boonwurrung people. Established in 2011, we offer a practice that has considerable experience in contemporary landscape architecture and urban design.

The studio name is a reference to the book ‘Three Acres and Liberty’, an early guide to urban agriculture and sustainability. The book was written in 1907 by Bolton Hall, a progressive author who established the Vacant Lot Gardening Association in New York City. According to Hall, three acres of farmland is sufficient to grow enough food, furnish a simple but comfortable home, escape the reliance on employers and lead a happy life.

The book not only embodies the idea of sustainable development, but the uplifting qualities of landscape and the outdoor environment. Similarly, our projects are characterised by a strong understanding of the specific nature of the site, and an understanding of our clients, their detailed desires and the way they wish to live.

We are looking forward to the continued growth of Three Acres as a dynamic, creative and ecologically sustainable practice in landscape architecture and urban design.

Meet the Team

  • Director, Manager

    With more than fifteen years’ experience working as a Landscape Architect and Urban Designer, Paul is the Manager and Director of Three Acres. Paul’s expertise lies in working with multi-disciplinary teams in all aspects of the design process.

  • Landscape Architect

    With almost 5 years specialising in designing for Early Childhood Learning Centres colaborating with educators, architects, structural and civil engineers, Kristel is excited to lean into designing for public space and restoration projects to help re-ignite individual’s excitement of spending time outdoors through designing functional spaces.

  • Graduate Landscape Architect

    Believing in the quality of communication, Terren’s expertise lies in visual representations as well as design documentation. Terren has experience in educational, public realm, and ecological projects. Terren seeks to engage with all phases of landscape architecture and urban design process and keeping learning about design practice.

Membership & Community

3 Acres Landscape Architecture actively supports the following groups and institutions.