Pricing
Thoughtful Design Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All
Every landscape is shaped by its site, its architecture, and how people live in it.
Because of that, pricing is based on three core factors:
Scale · Scope · Complexity
This ensures each client pays for exactly what their project requires—nothing more, nothing less.
What Determines Project Cost
1. Scale —
How big is the canvas?
Scale refers to the physical size of the project and how much area is being designed.
Examples:
- Small front yard vs. full property
- Single planting zone vs. multiple outdoor rooms
- Urban courtyard vs. estate lot
Why it matters:
Larger sites require more site analysis, coordination, drawings, and long-term planning.
2. Scope —
What’s being designed?
Scope defines how many elements are included in the design.
May include:
- Planting design
- Irrigation layouts
- Hardscape concepts
- Lighting zones
- Grading & drainage considerations
- Construction notes for contractors
Why it matters:
A planting-only design is very different from a fully integrated outdoor environment.
3. Complexity —
How challenging is the site?
Complexity looks at constraints, technical demands, and coordination needs.
Factors include:
- Sloped or irregular terrain
- Tight setbacks or zoning limitations
- Tree protection or root-zone sensitivity
- HOA or city requirements
- Architectural precision or modern detailing
- Long-term maintenance and growth modeling
Why it matters:
Complex sites require more problem-solving, accuracy, and design iteration.
Typical Project Investment Ranges
(Final pricing provided after initial consultation)
- Small, focused designs
Front yards, courtyards, planting-only projects
Starting around $1,000 - Mid-scale residential projects
Front + backyard, multiple zones, integrated systems
Typically $2,000 - Large or high-complexity properties
Custom architecture, slopes, premium detailing
Custom proposals
Design fees are independent of construction costs.
How Pricing Works
- Initial Consultation
We review your goals, site conditions, and architectural context. - Scope Definition
You’ll receive a clear outline of what’s included. - Fixed Design Fee Proposal
No hourly billing. No surprises.
Why Clients Choose This Approach
- Design tailored to your site—not templates
- Clear scope before work begins
- Contractor-ready documentation
- Long-term thinking: growth, maintenance, water use
- Design that aligns with architecture, not trends
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re looking for a thoughtful, site-specific landscape design, the next step is a consultation.
👉 Schedule a Design Consultation
We specialize in design services only and do not perform installation. This ensures unbiased, high-quality design focused solely on long-term outcomes.