Design Principles
Design is both an art and a science. Our designers’ knowledge combines the latest in horticultural advancements with an aesthetic sensibility for land forms and human structures, creating texture and layers that are visually striking and foundationally solid.
Our professionals can include you in each step of the process. We offer our expert analysis and recommendations, keeping in mind your goals while working within your budget. We provide guidance on the phasing of a project’s construction as well as a plan for maintaining a healthy and sustainable landscape for as long as you own your property. The following can give you a general idea of the steps we use in our design process.
Design Process
Client Meeting—Initially we will cover topics such as site characteristics, natural and cultural history of the area (for context), current uses of the property and intended uses going forward. We’ll also reflect on planting considerations, the owner’s personal style and any other relevant information.
Site analysis—This will include an analysis of the soil, topography, erosion patterns, and orientation to prevailing wind and sun patterns, roof run-off, noise and building style.
Planning—Define multiple uses for the space in keeping with client’s goals. Diagram outline and relationship between functional elements and usage guidelines. From here we will produce a working sketch where options are discussed with the client, and follow up with revisions.
Estimate—We will move quickly to turn around all estimates once a design is submitted and approved.
Breaking ground—When the design is completed and a project budget established, the Ecoscape team will begin marking out the land with stakes or other devices to produce an onsite visual reference for the client. Once this phase is completed to the client and designer’s satisfaction, construction will begin.
Follow through—Ecoscape’s designers take ownership of their designs, and coordinate with installation crews to ensure that every detail is carried out. This results in a well-coordinated and integrated flow of activity, from the initial design phase, through site survey, material selection, and installation. All of our designers & installation crew are fully committed to delivering a job that wows each client.