Living Matter Sustainable Landscape Specialists
About Living Matter
Living Matter is a commercial landscape construction company led by George Close, a landscape professional with over 15 years of experience delivering high-performance urban greening, hardscape systems, softscaping, and sustainable infrastructure.
We work across both public and private sectors, collaborating with architects, engineers, and construction firms to deliver long-lasting, low-maintenance green infrastructure solutions.
Our team brings practical insights into project sequencing, site access, material durability, and cost-effective implementation—ensuring landscape and civil elements are delivered to a high standard.
Capability Statement Snapshot
- Licensed NSW Structural Landscaper
- Over 15 years of commercial landscaping and infrastructure experience
- TRUEGRID® Certified Installer (PRO PLUS and ROOT grid systems)
- Tier 1 and Tier 2 builder collaboration experience
- Projects delivered for councils, National Parks, and private developers
- Fully insured and compliant with NSW construction site safety regulations
- White card certified site personnel
- Regionally mobile team covering Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle and Hunter
- Experienced in WSUD, BASIX, and DA-compliant installations
- Large-scale softscaping and structural landscaping capability
- Complete project delivery from design review to handover
Partner With Us
If you’re a builder looking for a reliable landscaping and green infrastructure partner, get in touch with Living Matter. We provide informed advice, proven systems, and efficient project delivery—on time and to specification.
Contact us today to discuss your project scope, upcoming tenders, or pre-construction planning.
Harnessing deep and diverse knowledge gained from major projects to predict and prevent landscape issues effectively.
Experts adept at solving complex landscape challenges through innovative problem-solving techniques.
Demonstrating particular expertise in preserving and enhancing biodiversity within landscape solutions.
Leaders in implementing sustainable practices to ensure long-term environmental viability in landscape projects.
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Over 15 years of Experience in the commercial and residential space
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Land Management Degree
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High End commercial and government projects
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High Profile Commerical Interior
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award winning rooftop and green infrastructure projects
George Close is the founder and principal of Living Matter. With a degree in Land Management from the UK and over 15 years of landscaping experience, George has led high-end commercial and residential projects across Australia and the UK.
He spent over a decade in commercial landscape construction, working as a Project Manager and Construction Manager on iconic developments such as One Central Park, Atlassian HQ, and Barangaroo House. These complex projects involved rooftop gardens, sustainable green walls, irrigation systems, and urban greening strategies.
In the residential space, George brings over seven years of experience delivering bespoke landscape solutions tailored to private homes and boutique developments.
Known for his hands-on leadership, George collaborates closely with architects, engineers and clients to deliver sustainable, high-impact outdoor spaces that enhance both liveability and ecology.
The Living Matter Landscapes Team
As the Principal Consultant and sustainability expert, George Close manages every project to ensure it delivers to the brief, on time and within the agreed budget. He is supported by a trusted team of proven industry professionals, including an experienced Site Manager, skilled horticultural labourers and specialised sub-contractors.
The Living Matter team collaborates extensively with architects, designers, engineers and builders to assist in transforming their creative visions into practical and sustainable landscape solutions. With an extensive knowledge of plant life and effective landscape solutions, we partner industry professionals and clients to rationalise initial drawings and designs, recommend and procure green life and materials, conduct softscaping installation and provide ongoing maintenance after completion if required.
"I am passionate about working with builders, architects, designers and other landscape and engineering professionals to bring their creative concepts to fruition in a practical, long-lasting and environmentally sustainable way."
George Close
Founder & Principal
Our Services
Consulting
George Close is available to provide expert consulting services to assist builders, architects and designers by identifying potential landscape issues and desiging solutions to ensure the effective implementation of projects.
Project Management
With high level experience project managing major landscape developments, George leads every client project with meticulous adherence to proven systems and processes that ensure delivery is on time and on budget.
Installation
With hands-on landscape construction experience and a team of trusted horticultural specialists, Living Matter installs landscape projects from concept to completion, bringing creative visions to life with practical insights and application.
Maintenance
Living Matter can ensure your landscape project retains its stunning, aethetic appeal through the provision of ongoing maintenance services.
Our Solutions
Living Matter can deliver a multitude of landscape projects, large and small, and manage every aspect through planning, management and delivery phases.
Previous projects
At Living Matter, collaboration is key. We collaborate directly with clients and partner seamlessly with builders, architects, landscape designers, interior designers, and engineers to bring visions to life.Text Placeholder
