the NEW ROMANTIC

Timeless garden design inspired by European traditions, thoughtfully crafted to flourish in diverse Australian landscapes.

There is a quiet kind of beauty found in gardens that feel as though they’ve always been there — shaped by time, softened by seasons, and layered with story.

Ashley James designs and creates timeless, romantic gardens inspired by European traditions and thoughtfully adapted for Australian living. His work is guided by emotion, memory, and presence, resulting in spaces that feel personal, lived-in, and deeply connected to their surroundings.

Each garden is not simply designed, but carefully made — a story shaped by hand and meant to be lived in.

My work is known for its romance, storytelling, and natural beauty — gardens designed not only to flourish, but to be experienced.

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My gardens are not about perfection. They are about presence.

They are designed for morning light and slow rituals. For wandering without destination.
For long lunches, bare feet, and changing seasons. For noticing the small, beautiful details.

I believe the most meaningful gardens are the ones that are felt, not just seen.