Gabion walls may feel like a modern landscaping trend, but they actually date back thousands of years. Originally used by the Egyptians along the Nile River to help control flooding, gabion structures are now widely used in contemporary landscaping for both their strength and visual appeal.

Today, gabion walls are becoming increasingly popular across residential properties thanks to their natural appearance, durability, and versatility.

At Iconic Outdoors, we use gabion walls to help create outdoor spaces that feel structured, modern, and built for long-term performance.

Gabions can be used as retaining walls, Is your back yard looking neglected, or would you like to ‘wow’ your friends with a stylish new look or is it simply the view from inside your home is spoilt by unsightly aspects of the yard?

Why not include garden beds of various heights and/or planter boxes for added colour or a cosy area comprising a fire pit (which can be portable for removal in summer) and seating . A stylish outside kitchen for hosting year round amazing dinner parties maybe an option or perhaps a fountain or pond to create a peaceful and tranquil mood.

To hide the things you don’t want on show (like garbage bins or compost heaps) it may just be a matter of installing a decorative screen.

When selling, we are often advised to freshen up the interior with a fresh coat of paint or replace old and worn flooring but not much thought is given to the landscaping.

Landscaping can add tens of thousands of dollars to the value of your property; in fact, landscaping is one of the few home improvements you can undertake that will not only add immediate value, but will increase in value over time as the garden becomes more established as homes with an established garden are highly valued.