Land Design
THE STUDIO //Residential
Design is the bridge between human intention and ecological reality. We do not just draw gardens; we engineer living systems. Our process balances aesthetic immersion with biological function, creating landscapes that build soil, manage water, and deepen the connection between people and place.
The Ledger
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Deep data collection before drawing begins. We map topography, analyze soil horizons, define solar aspect, and identify existing hydrological patterns to understand the site's inherent constraints and opportunities.
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The "big moves." Establishing circulation paths, defining spatial volumes, and organizing zones of activity. This phase prioritizes the human experience and the ecological framework.
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Developing highly specific, site-appropriate native plant palettes and specifying hardscape materials that age gracefully. We deliver construction-ready documentation.
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Design integrity often evaporates during construction. We act as the client's advocate during the build phase, ensuring correct plant spacing, material quality, and adherence to the vision.
01. SITE ANALYSIS & FEASIBILITY
Deep data collection before drawing begins. We map topography, analyze soil horizons, define solar aspect, and identify existing hydrological patterns to understand the site's inherent constraints and opportunities.
02. CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
The "big moves." Establishing circulation paths, defining spatial volumes, and organizing zones of activity. This phase prioritizes the human experience and the ecological framework.
03. PLANTING & MATERIAL PLANS
Developing highly specific, site-appropriate native plant palettes and specifying hardscape materials that age gracefully. We deliver construction-ready documentation.
04. INSTALLATION OVERSIGHT
Design integrity often evaporates during construction. We act as the client's advocate during the build phase, ensuring correct plant spacing, material quality, and adherence to the vision.
Intelligent Aesthetic
A landscape without a plan is just a collection of plants waiting to fail. Thoughtful design prevents costly future mistakes. We move beyond superficial decoration to create spaces that are functionally resilient, visually powerful, and appreciate in value as they mature.
Projects
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Projects
The Process Feature
Discovery
[PHASE 01]
Defining goals, budget parameters, and gathering site data. The foundation of the project.
Synthesis
[PHASE 02]
Translating data into initial concepts and spatial diagrams. Exploring possibilities.
Documentation
[PHASE 03]
Refining the chosen concept into technical drawings, planting lists, and material specs.
Handoff & Build
[PHASE 04]
Delivering the final package to the installation team and shifting into oversight mode.

