EGD will develop a detailed, comprehensive landscape plan for the entire property that involves the hardscapes, watershapes, planting, lighting, and site amenities. For new construction or remodeling, a collaborative team approach with architects, engineers, builders, and EGD during the planning stages will create a well thought out project, eliminating costly afterthoughts during construction.

EGD will design custom solutions and beautiful outdoor environments for properties or spaces of any size. We believe that careful planning will help translate the client´s dream into a functional and unique reality. The cost of a landscape design is a small percentage of the total cost of construction. This small initial investment can save you money by avoiding potential mistakes through attentive planning. Every detail is considered before the land is ever disturbed.

The hardscape is the backbone of the landscape and establishes the character and dimensions of the design. It can also articulate the function of the different spaces and denote the major circulation routes that connect them. Hardscape elements, including stone walls, terraces, patios, pergolas, decks, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, accessory buildings, driveways, and pathways, create the framework of the landscape.

Water is an extraordinary element to add to any design. Whether it is a small bubbling fountain, a natural pond, a meandering stream, or a swimming pool, water can enhance a design with the qualities of movement, sound, and reflection. It can bring the child out in all of us, as well as, provide relaxation and help us to put aside all the stresses of life.

Plants soften the hardscape and compliment the designed space. Each site offers a different environment for plants, and no two are alike. Plants bring year-round interest to each design with color, smell, texture, and form. They provide shade on hot summer days, wind protection during the cold winter months, soil erosion control, reduction of rainfall run-off, habitats for wildlife, and an improved quality of life, while adding character to each project.

One of the finishing touches to a landscape is the ambiance created by outdoor lighting. Landscape lighting illuminates and enhances the character of the hardscape and plantings, extends you´re enjoyment of the landscape into the evening, and provides warm and beautiful scenery during the cold winter months. A landscape lighting plan can be designed and included as part of the landscape design construction document package.

During the development stages of the landscape design, EGD can provide suggestions for furniture, art, sculpture, and planting containers. These elements can enhance the beauty and function of the designed spaces, providing perspective, meaning, and usefulness. A well-designed space is planned in advance for its intended purpose.

It is our goal to see your landscape project through, from preliminary conceptualization to the final details of construction. During the construction phase, we will work together with you and the contractor, so the design is fully understood and properly executed. We will be available to answer questions, assist in the placement of major elements, give direction, and provide insight throughout the project so that the design intentions are achieved.

Every project can benefit from a plan, but it does not always need to be extensive. Sometimes the best way we can assist our clients is with a landscape consultation. We can be hired on an hourly basis to discuss your future intentions for your property. Here are some topics we may discuss:

• Placement, orientation, and finished grade of a new home and other important elements: driveway, septic tank, swimming pool, etc.
• Discuss upcoming house renovations and additions, and how the landscape will be affected and what we would recommend.
• Maintenance and garden development
• Recommendations to improve the curb appeal of your landscape before you sell
• Recommendations for new plantings
• Identify the existing plant material surrounding your home, and discuss their locations and how you should maintain these plants
• Pruning recommendations for trees and shrubs
• Identifying hazardous, sick, or infested plants and what possible treatments and/or removal recommendations should be considered

Graphic illustrations help clarify our design intentions and offer our clients a glimpse of their completed landscape projects. EGD is skilled at producing hand-drawn, one- and two-point, perspective drawings and hand-rendered plan view drawings. We offer architects, builders, developers, and landscape contractors our skills to enhance their design presentations for improved client understanding. Colored perspective drawings are wonderful communication tools that can be used in several ways:

• Real estate development marketing
• New home construction illustrations
• Landscape design illustrations

Landscape lighting is the finishing touch to any landscape. This wonderful element extends the enjoyment of your landscape into the evening and through the winter months. EGD uses only the best products on the market because they are strong, durable, and beautiful. If you have an existing landscape and would like to add lighting, we can design and install a custom system for you. Give us a call to discuss your project.

Do you have window boxes and flower containers that you plant during the growing season, but leave bare during the winter? A wonderful addition to the holiday season is decorating those containers with greenery, berries, bows, and other festive decorations. Save time during this busy season and schedule to have EGD decorate your containers before Thanksgiving and Christmas.