About

ACLA is an Australian Landscape Architecture Practice dedicated to the design of outdoor spaces. Established in 2002, the practice has built a strong reputation in our ability to communicate ideas effectively, remain flexible in our approach and consistently exceed client expectations.

Collaboration

Our success is premised on creative collaboration between like-minded professionals. We are team-focused. We listen to our clients and act of their behalf.

Acquired Knowledge

We constantly research new technologies, materials and trends that ultimately lead to sustainable, innovative and practical design solutions. We understand the intricacies of construction and associated costs delivering projects on budget highly valued by our clients.

Service Excellence

Every project regardless of size, type or location is nurtured with dedication, flexibility and a desire to create unique spaces catering to the needs of communities and groups connected with the space. We establish a respectful and sound-working relationship with clients focusing on mutually agreed outcomes.

Life-Work Balance

We value families and personal time away from work. As a team we work tremendously hard to meet deadlines yet advocate the need for staff to re-energise and maintain a healthy mindset.

Our Team

Our team strives for perfection. Our people define who we are.

Awards

Ecotherapy Park

  • AILA National Award of Excellence: Parks and Open Space, 2024
  • AILA National Regional Achievement Award: Regional Achievement, 2024
  • AILA Vic Landscape Architecture Award: Parks and Open Space, 2024
  • AILA Vic Regional Achievement Award: Regional Achievement, 2024
  • Parks & Leisure Australia Award Park of the Year, Victoria, 2023

Booran Reserve

  • AILA Vic Landscape Architecture Award: Playspace Category, 2018
  • Parks & Leisure Australia Award Park of the Year, Victoria, 2018
  • Parks & Leisure Australia Playspace Award (Category  over $500K), Victoria, 2018
  • Kidsafe National Playspace Design Awards, 2018
  • National Sports Convention: Sports, Recreation and Play Innovation Award, 2017
  • National Sports Convention: Playground Award, 2017

Brimbank Park

  • Parks & Leisure Australia Playspace Award (Category over $500K), 2015

Murrumbeena Park

  • Parks & Leisure Australia Playspace Award (Category over $500K), 2014
  • Finalist Sports & Recreation Victoria Innovation in Facility Design Award, 2013