Services
Did you know that a landscape architect can do so much more than plant pansies? Our value comes in thinking through deeper issues that could impair your enjoyment of the property or create frustrating and expensive problems if not addressed. We then apply our expert knowledge of your project to see to it that everything is installed according to the plans that you have approved. Scroll down to see the services that we offer, from initial conceptualization all the way though to construction and plantings.
Due Diligence
RCLA conducts preliminary research into the unique properties of your site to determine feasibility of a design concept and become aware of important requirements from your local jurisdiction.
This step helps ensure that future time and money is not spent on an unworkable concept.
Whether you are vetting a future piece of real estate, or budgeting for the backyard retreat you've been dreaming of, this can help give you the peace of mind to move forward.
Design Detailing
Now that we've come to a plan we're happy with, RCLA will draft the details needed for the permitting jurisdiction and for the vendors and tradesmen who will be installing the work.
A job well done in this phase will ensure durability of design. RCLA respects the capabilities of different materials, and joins elements in a way that they will endure the elements.
Schematic Design
We put pencil to paper to show you what your vision looks like for your property.
Together, we review a master plan showing the desired elements on the site, and we check in to see how it aligns with the way you live and want to use the new space. RCLA looks forward to an open conversation with you to ensure the design truly fits your needs.
If you have a Pinterest full of images and are ready to see how to make it your own, this is where the magic happens.
Permitting
Obtaining a permit for substantial work is important for the integrity of the property, both during construction work, and for future resale.
Taking the full set of drawings created in the previous phase, RCLA works with you and your builder to complete and submit the necessary paperwork to your local permitting jurisdiction.
Design Development
Now we get to zoom in to the elements you've decided to incorporate and figure out how to make them special and cohesive.
RCLA will help you find appropriate organic and hardscape materials to make it a dynamic space that can continue to be beautiful, durable, and interesting over many years.
Let's take a trip to the nursery to see which plants speak to your heart. Let's see and touch pavers and stones, and make sure you are in love with what you're getting before it shows up on site.
Construction & Installation
With a project so lovingly thought out at this point, let us work closely with local contractors and artisans to make sure the vision and details completed to your expectations. Our expert knowledge of your project makes us the best fit to orchestrate the construction for you, as the general contractor.
*These services are exclusive of each other, and may not all be performed for each project.
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