A little wild.
A lot of considered craft.
Tailored. Trusted. Timeless.
Earth. Stone. Timber. Possibility.
The Altar approach
A landscape should feel
like it belongs.
To the land. To your home. To the way you live.
We bring together natural materials, thoughtful planning and the hands-on craft of landscape construction. From the first conversation to the finishing touches, your ideas are at the heart of what we build.
In the landscape
Spaces to settle into.
A selection of Altar’s work.
Natural textures. Considered details.
The character is in the details.
The difference is in the making.
What we do
From the first dig
to the final leaf.
One landscape, many layers. We bring the practical groundwork and the finer details together, with services shaped around your space and your brief.
Excavation & groundworkA strong beginning
Precise excavation and careful site preparation lay the foundations for the landscape to come.
- Excavation & site clearance
- Site cuts & trenching
- Rockwork & retaining walls
- Driveways & irrigation
Landscape constructionBuilt with purpose
Structural elements made with care, bringing materials, function and a clean finish into balance.
- Concrete features
- Decks & pergolas
- Paving & fencing
- Block & retaining walls
Garden design & plantingRoom to grow
Plants selected and positioned for the environment, the seasons and the way you want to use your garden.
- Garden bed design
- Trees, shrubs & flowers
- Turf installation
- Mulching
Garden maintenanceCare that continues
Keep your outdoor space cared for as it grows. Speak with Declan about the maintenance your garden needs.
Discuss your garden
Hands-on craft. From the ground up.
Our philosophy
Dream big.
Build thoughtfully.
For founder Declan Streets, Altar brings together a lifelong connection to nature and a decade in landscape construction.
His belief is simple: good work begins with integrity, collaboration and an enthusiasm for the craft.
Tailored & trusted
Clear, honest quotes. A shared understanding of your brief and budget. A landscape shaped with you.
Experience & expertise
Practical knowledge and creative thinking, from planning and excavation to planting and finishing.
Craftsmanship
Thoughtful preparation, skilled execution and care in the details that make a landscape last.
Consultation
A conversation that gives your ideas room to grow, with practical advice and a clear way forward.
In our clients’ words
“the quality of his work
is always exceptional.”
“friendly and a
pleasure to deal with.”
“Great communication
and diligence”
Excerpts from Altar’s published client testimonials · Accessed 12 October 2026
Something good starts here
Your landscape.
Let’s bring it to life.
A new idea, a clear vision or a place to begin.
Tell Declan what you have in mind.
Declan Streets · Managing Director