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2022

It was an absolute delight for Pepo to be involved in the care and development of this historically significant site, near Sydney’s Bronte Beach.

With its secret paths and expansive lawns, the garden epitomises a magical sanctuary full of surprises. Nestled amidst the greenery is the beautiful heritage-listed house built in 1845 by the owners,  Robert and Georgiana Lowe. More recently, Leo Schofield, Myles Baldwin and others have developed the garden, introducing a universal plant palette.

Pepo was officially awarded the garden maintenance contract by Waverley Council in 2017 and finished up on this project in late 2022 after more than five years of loving care. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to continue the tradition of respectfully integrating plant life and thoughtful elements, preserving this inspiring landmark for years to come.

PROJECT TEAM

Garden Development
Pepo Botanic Design

Property Management
Waverley Council

Garden Maintenance
Pepo Botanic Design

Photography
Nick Bowers

Awards and
recognition

2019
Landscape Design Institute
Silver - Landscape Design - Plantscape
2019
The Landscape Association
Silver - Residential Construction $100-150k
Pepo Botanic Design
New South Wales
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Bronte House

Enveloped by secret pathways and vast expanses of lush lawns, this garden serves as a mystical refuge teeming with unexpected delights. At its heart lies the exquisite heritage-listed house constructed in 1845 by the esteemed proprietors, Robert and Georgiana Lowe.

Bronte House
Bronte House
Bronte House

esteemed garden maintenance contract by the esteemed Waverley Council in 2017, Pepo Botanic Design dedicated over five years of meticulous care to this project, culminating in its completion in 2022.

Bronte House
Bronte House
Bronte House
Bronte House
Bronte House

Pepo Botanic Design is deeply grateful for the opportunity to perpetuate the legacy of harmoniously intertwining botanical life and contemplative elements, safeguarding this iconic landmark for generations to come.

Bronte House
Bronte House
Bronte House

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Bronte House

About the
Professional

Pepo Botanic Design is widely recognised as a bespoke design studio with an emphasis on unique plant choices and sculptural additions. Our landscape architects take the time to listen to you and develop an intuitive feel for the possibilities when designing each individual space, making it one of the more unique gardening services in Sydney.

Once a garden is established, our maintenance team prides itself on respectfully tending to and nourishing lawns, plants and gardens with expert horticultural care.

Our Story

Talented visual artist Nicola Cameron established Pepo in 2000, looking to weave her experience in photography and film into a different and creative living medium. Landscape design and horticulture provided the perfect platform to conceive her beautiful creations, passion for unique design aesthetics, and love of plants.

In 2007, Nicola’s husband James Perkin was appointed Construction Manager of Pepo, joining a team of specialists dedicated to turning a client’s dream into a practical and beautiful reality.

Hundreds of alluring gardens, courtyards, balconies, and rural retreats have been brought to life since the business began and the team continues to provide a premium landscape architectural service, brimming with creativity and inspiration every day.

At ArchiPro we recognise and acknowledge the existing, original and ancient connection Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have to the lands and waterways across the Australian continent. We pay our respects to the elders past and present. We commit to working together to build a prosperous and inclusive Australia.