What to Expect During the Design Process
Initial Consultation
Your design begins with an on-site meeting to discuss your goals, the scope of your project, and your budget. This is also a chance for me to see your landscape first-hand and to make initial observations of the opportunities and challenges presented.
Site Assessment & Basemap
A variety of data will be collected to create a basemap and help inform your design, including site measurements, photos, existing plants, soil and drainage, and more.
Concept Phase/Design Review
This part of the process outlines one or more options for the overall layout of your landscape, such as pathways, gathering spaces, hardscaping, and planting bed locations. We will review the concept plan together and your feedback will be incorporated.
Final Design
Your final design documents will typically include an annotated basemap and/or hardscape plan showing the new layout, a planting plan, a digital photo board highlighting selected plants and materials, and a plant purchase list.
Your Design is Complete… Now What?
Project Installation
Installing the design yourself? You’ll receive a plant purchase list, recommended installation timeline, and resource list for sourcing plants and materials.
Hiring a contractor to install? I’ll recommend a trusted professional for your installation and will be available to answer any design questions they may have.
Additional Services Available
— Plant sourcing, delivery, and placement on site
— Site visit to mark location of design features, review installation progress, etc.
— Optional support documents, like a detailed maintenance calendar
Caring for Your Garden
In-person coaching is available to teach you how to maintain your landscape thoughtfully with plant and soil health in mind. Methods taught are organic and ecosystem-focused. Schedule a maintenance coaching session!