Landscape Architect

Landscape Architect

From: KW

"Hi Carl,

We are a first time owner-builder and recently met with our architect who strongly suggested we work with a local Registered Landscape Architect.

Can you advise us what the advantages/disadvantages are with doing this?

Is this worthwhile?

We would really appreciate your input.

Thanks"

Hi K. W.

If I were your architect, I too would strongly suggest a Landscape Architect
because nothing can ruin a beautiful house design like bad landscaping can.

You can get a couple of “ballpark” quotes from a coupe of Landscape Architects and see if you can afford one. Your architect probably can recommend a few.

If it’s too expensive for your budget to use one, perhaps this software from 3D Architect @ $29.99 (Download or Box) might help you design a landscaping plan that will compliment your home.

Landscape Design Deluxe - Version 9

Landscaping doesn’t have to be expensive, just well planned.

Therefore, to sum up your question of advantages/disadvantages of using a Registered Landscape Architect:

Advantage: Professional design to compliment your house and usually more “bang” for your landscaping dollar.

Disadvantage: Expense of professional design.

The trick of the General Contracting trade is to find a balance between the two. It’s always about “compromise”, no matter what the building category is.

Good luck building, and if you have any questions, let me know.
Carl