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More than half our work is residential landscape design and construction. We also offer design services on a commercial and institutional level.
Initial consultation
Each project begins with an on-site meeting between you and a landscape architect. Together you will discuss your ideas and feelings about the project or site condition. Often a project will begin with a site problem like a wet basement, and end with a project that solves the problem while also creating an amenity previously unforeseen. Although each project is unique, we bring our experience to the meeting and can offer fresh solutions or point out unseen opportunities. Information from this consultation is valuable if you intend to use another contractor to do the work. We can give you insight into a solution, giving you solid footing to negotiate work from another contractor. If the project is to move to the design phase, the initial consultation will focus this design work on the crux issue, providing more bang for your design buck.
Design work
Typically, the initial consultation results in agreement for design work focused on the project sketched out during consultation. This can be as simple as a grading plan to alter drainage and dry up a basement or as complex as a complete residential master plan. Prior to construction of a large site amenity, like a swimming pool or deck system, investment in a professional design will assure proper placement and graceful connection between elements of your project. Large projects are frequently built in stages. Planning is critical to assure a seamless finale product, and efficient construction strategy.
A typical design project begins with data collection. Accurate measurements of existing structures, paving, slopes and large plants allows us to analyze and understand the site. Through this 3D understanding, new structures and features can be tailored to fit your unique site conditions.
The perfect time to call on Charles Steele & Associates, Inc. for design input is before you build your new house. Our designers have experience in both landscape and house design, and can help you adjust your house plans to take full advantage of the unique opportunities of your building site. Even if the house is already under construction, important changes can be made, particularly in the circulation patterns of driveway, sidewalks and porches. A well designed entry sequence, from public street to front door can be a significant addition to your enjoyment of your home, and its presentation to guests.
Construction
Charles Steele & Associates, Inc. also offers building services and contracting. Our projects are often turn-key projects, from initial concept to final construction. This allows us to build a working relationship with clients and make in-the-field adjustments to our designs. This hands-on detailing results in our best work; a level of refinement rare in this age of computerized mass production.