WE DESIGN TO INSTALL LANDSCAPES
Bridging the Gap Between Vision and Reality
Why involve the landscape designer after the design phase? Isn’t the contractor responsible for building from the plans? To understand the value of our design-to-install approach, it’s helpful to understand the distinct roles and perspectives involved in creating a successful landscape.
Throughout the design process, we—the landscape design team—have envisioned the practical logistics of transforming your 3D model into a tangible reality. By the time a contractor is hired, we’ve invested weeks in defining your personal preferences, your project’s nuances, best choice materials, and plant selection.
The contractor’s role and perspective center on execution. They manage trades, labor, materials, delivery, and the order of operations, focusing on an optimized workflow. It is the designer’s role to anticipate project milestones, leverage established vendor relationships, and facilitate solutions that bridge the gap between design and installation.
Our artistic vision guides the collaboration with the crew, ensuring the design’s integrity is maintained during the installation of:
- Hardscape layout and transitions
- Plant placement and facing
- Understanding plant growth
- Boulder placement
- Stepping stone path design
- Lighting placement
- Material transitions
- Irrigation implementation
Who Makes On-Site Decisions Without the Designer?
Without the landscape designer, on-site decisions fall to the onsite crew leader, whose perspective is often focused on technical execution and efficiency, not necessarily the finer points of aesthetics or user experience. The landscape designer champions these crucial elements, ensuring the final product reflects the original design.
The designer provides experienced design oversight, appreciating the onsite crew leader’s expertise, while open communication ensures feedback and continuous improvement. This trust is why we work exclusively with contractors who have proven their expertise in project management, trade knowledge, problem-solving, and communication.
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