THE PROCESS

Learn more about our process below, and find out what you can expect as we are transforming your property into your dream outdoor space. 

Phase One: Design

Step 1: Initial Consultation 

  • Graham or Ben will meet with you on site to discuss the project.

Step 2: Design Contract

  • The design contract will be sent to you. After review, if you would like to proceed, you return the signed contract, any survey/plat or architectural plans as well as a deposit to GKLD.

Step 3: Site Analysis 

  • An on site photographic and measurement confirmation visit to review and record existing conditions.

Step 4: Base Plan

  • A scaled base plan shall be drawn using the survey and/or measurements taken during the site analysis.

Step 5: Preliminary Landscape Master Plan

  • The preliminary landscape master plan shall be designed according to notes from the initial consultation. This plan shall include some of the following: Drainage solutions, pathways, driveway layout, retaining walls, fencing, plant removal/transplants, lawn areas, planting layout and other custom design details as needed.

Step 6: Revisions 

  • One set of revisions shall be provided after a presentation meeting with you as needed.

Step 7: Final Landscape Master Plan

  • The final master plan shall include:

    • Detailed plant list showing sizes, varieties, quantities and a maintenance schedule as well as color plant images.

    • Construction details showing precise dimensions, materials and construction methods of individual aspects of the plan such as walls, fences, hardscapes, etc.

    • Outdoor landscape lighting plan showing recommended fixture locations and styles including conduit locations.

    • Outdoor accessory recommendations - GKLD can provide images and prices for various garden accent pieces upon request including the following: furniture, urns and planters, fountains, light posts and more.

    • Drainage plan including underground piping, catch basins and slopes.

Phase Two: Construction Project Management (CPM)

Step 1: CPM Contract

  • The CPM contract shall be sent to you. After review, if you would like to proceed, you return the signed contract as well as a deposit to GKLD.

Step 2: Initial CPM Client Meeting

  • An introductory meeting is scheduled with the client in order to explain the CPM process and introduce the key players throughout the CPM phase.

Step 3: Written Construction Specification List

  • These customized specifications are a list of detailed items needed to complete your particular project. All contractors will receive this list in order to provide accurate quotes, itemized with every aspect of the plans.

Step 4: Request of Quotes 

  • Detailed quotes are collected from our team of contractors. Their quotes are calculated based upon your set of approved final landscape design plans and your written specifications.

Step 5: Cost Summary

  • During this process we summarize the collected contractor quotes into one document for you to review.

Step 6: Follow up Meeting With Client - teleconference or in person

  • At this meeting we review the cost summary with you and determine the scope of work.

Step 7: Architectural Review Board

  • If necessary, plans will be submitted to your neighborhood Architectural Review Board for approval.

Step 8: Deposit Checks

  • We will request and collect deposit checks for the individual contractors selected. We will keep a record of the payments in order to ensure accuracy of contractor billing.

Step 9: Scheduling 

  • The coordination and scheduling of all pertinent contractors to begin their scope of work at the necessary time.

Step 10: Layout

  • The design will be laid out, on site, by the contractors and/or the designer. Instructions will be given regarding construction schedule, materials, methods etc.

Step 11: Quality Inspections

  • During your project there will be on site installation quality inspections. Punch list items will be provided to the contractors as needed. There will also be on going communication and troubleshooting with the contractors and you including making adjustments on site if needed.

Step 12: Final Walk through

  • At the completion of the project there will be a final walk through and review of punch list items with contractors and you. There will also be approval for final payments to all contractors and GKLD upon project completion.

 

Your new design awaits.