Landscape Design
Landscape design involves creating planting plans that utilize compatible plants in an attractive and functional way to enhance the site's overall appeal. The goal is to create a visually pleasing space that is also practical and usable for the intended purpose.
Master Planning
Master Planning
Master Planning
A master plan can benefit any large site: a park, a city park system, a trail system, or a campus. This type of plan begins by gaining a thorough understanding of the site, obtained by viewing the site and conditions surrounding it, interviewing stakeholders and the public, and learning about social and economic conditions. The resulting master plan becomes a comprehensive guide for development in the short and long term. The plan aims to create a functional, cohesive, and attractive outdoor environment.
Site Design
Master Planning
Master Planning
Site planning is the process of organizing the elements of a site to work together harmoniously. This involves designing the hardscape features of the site, such as walkways, plazas, roads, water features, and lighting, to create a cohesive and functional environment.
Urban Design
Grant Applications
Grant Applications
The urban design process is centered around creating spaces to support life in the city environment. Whether we're designing streetscapes, campuses, or corporate facilities, we strive to design spaces that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional.
Grant Applications
Grant Applications
Grant Applications
Our expertise in securing grants for trail, streetscape, and landscape projects has benefited numerous civic groups. We work closely with our clients to ensure that their projects meet the guidelines for the appropriate program. We can help with cost estimates, documentation for grant requests, and assembling the necessary documents for execution by the owner's representative. Our knowledge of the grant process, means we can help our clients secure funding for their projects.
Irrigation
Construction Administration
Construction Administration
Our irrigation plans are designed to provide detailed information on the types, locations, and fixtures needed to efficiently irrigate plant materials. We carefully consider the needs of the site to ensure that the irrigation plan is both effective and efficient. Our plans include smart and efficient controllers, irrigation heads, and useful elements such as flow sensors and rain/freeze sensors that alert the property manager to issues that need to be resolved.
Construction Administration
Construction Administration
Construction Administration
To ensure that the construction of a project follows the design intent, regular site visits are scheduled during construction. During these visits, the focus is not on supervising or directing the construction, but rather on observing that the plans are being followed and making suggestions as needed. Payments to the contractor are also reviewed and recommended. This process helps to ensure that the final project meets the intended design and quality standard.
Construction Documents
Construction Documents
Construction Documents
Construction documents are critical to any project, as they provide a detailed guide for the construction of a project. The documents include scaled and detailed plans and specifications that outline all necessary dimensions. By providing clear instructions, construction documents enable projects to be built accurately and efficiently. These documents are essential for obtaining competitive bids and building permits from local departments.
Graphics
Construction Documents
Construction Documents
Rendered plans or 3D visualization services provide a visual representation of a design that can help clients understand a design more clearly. This helps to ensure that all parties involved in the project have a shared understanding of the design decisions made. These graphics can also be used to raise funds for a project. In addition, our graphics can be used for promotional purposes, such as in brochures, posters, or on the web.