Your Household

Another important element of successful landscape design is identifying the way you and your family want to interact with your new space. Do you like to the idea of an outdoor kitchen? Is a pool and spa important to you? Perhaps a big playing field for the kids?

Children

Children impact a garden design, as safety, exploration and education become primary concerns. Good design and proper planning can make your landscape both safe and fun for children.

Dogs

If you have dogs, it is important to consider whether you want a dedicated dog run, or if they will have the run of the yard. This will affect the types of plants and lawn that you should select for your yard.

"Master Gardener" or "Black Thumb"?

We understand -- not all people are good with plants, or even interested in them, and this is an important component to smart landscape design. Do you want to work in your garden on a daily or weekly basis, or would you rather have a low-maintenance garden that a gardener can maintain on a weekly or bi-weekly basis? Both types of gardens will be equally beautiful, but some installations require more specialized care than others to look their best. Being realistic about the time you intend to work in your yard will help us select the right types of plants and materials for you.

Edible gardens

Do you enjoy cooking and would like to eat and cook from your garden? Edible gardens are growing in popularity and range in size from the small container herb garden to entire landscapes comprised of edible plants. We will help you select from the vast array of options available, and help you make your dream a reality.