Should the designer and the builder be the same company?

When they are not, ask who holds the drawing when the grade surprises everyone. Field of Dreams is design-build so that answer is us.

What should a portfolio prove in this region?

Finished yards in this climate — clay, salt, freeze-thaw — not only renderings or work from somewhere warmer.

How do I compare studios beyond the first meeting?

Ask who stays on the job, who owns drainage and lighting, and who comes back after the first winter. Those answers matter more than a mood board.

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What to look for in a luxury landscape studio

Experience, a portfolio that looks like your ambition, and a team that can manage the build — not only the rendering.

July 7, 2025 · Marc, Principal

What to look for in a luxury landscape studio

Transforming the outdoor room of a house is not a weekend decision. Look for a studio with work that resembles the life you want, a designer who listens, and a builder who can keep a sched

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What to look for in a luxury landscape studio

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