Design Process
A structured approach from initial concept through design development. Collaboration and spatial thinking guide each phase.
Initial Consultation
Understanding the property, architecture, and design objectives. Site analysis considers existing conditions, views, and spatial relationships.
Discussion explores how landscape design can extend interior spaces and create distinct outdoor environments that serve specific functions.
Concept Development
Visual concepts explore spatial arrangements, material combinations, and planting strategies. Multiple approaches may be developed to explore different possibilities.
Concepts visualize how zones relate, how materials interact, and how plantings create structure and seasonal interest.
Design Refinement
Selected concepts are developed further, refining details of material selection, plant species, and spatial relationships. Drawings and visualizations communicate design intent.
Refinement considers construction feasibility, long-term maintenance, and how the design will mature over time.
Documentation
Final design documentation includes detailed drawings, material specifications, and plant schedules. Documentation communicates design intent for implementation.
The design package provides clear guidance for material selection, plant placement, and spatial organization.
Collaborative Approach
Client Collaboration
The design process involves ongoing collaboration with clients to understand preferences, functional requirements, and long-term vision for the landscape.
Regular communication ensures the design aligns with client objectives while maintaining design quality and spatial coherence.
Spatial Thinking
Design decisions are guided by spatial thinking—considering how spaces relate, how movement flows, and how materials and plants create spatial definition.
This approach ensures that individual design elements contribute to a cohesive overall composition.
Site Analysis
Before design begins, we conduct comprehensive site analysis to understand the existing conditions, microclimates, drainage patterns, and spatial relationships.
This analysis informs material selection, plant choices, and spatial organization, ensuring the design responds appropriately to the site's unique characteristics.
Soil composition and pH levels
Sun and shade patterns throughout the day
Existing views and privacy considerations
Drainage and water management
Implementation Support
Our involvement extends beyond design documentation. We provide ongoing support during implementation to ensure design intent is realized in built form.
Regular site visits, material inspections, and collaboration with contractors ensure quality execution and design integrity throughout construction.
We maintain close communication with all parties to address questions, refine details, and ensure the completed landscape matches the envisioned design.