Custom Landscape Design and Installation Solutions in Westwood, MA

Our landscape design services begin with an in-depth consultation where we listen to your goals, assess your property, and begin shaping a vision that reflects your lifestyle and taste. We conduct a site analysis that includes light, soil, slope, and drainage evaluation to inform smart, site-specific planning. We then create a conceptual layout tailored to your home’s architecture, natural features, and intended uses for the space. Your design may include foundation plantings, perennial gardens, ornamental trees, hardscape recommendations, walkways, lighting, and water features—each selected to work harmoniously with one another. As a boutique firm, we customize every design for lasting beauty, easy maintenance, and seasonal interest. You’ll receive detailed guidance throughout the process, including plant palettes and layout drawings. The goal isn’t just to design something that looks good on paper—but to build a space that lives beautifully, enhances property value, and brings daily enjoyment for years to come.

Yes, we are a full-service design-build firm. After your custom design is finalized and approved, we move seamlessly into installation—executed by the same experienced team that helped you plan it. This continuity ensures that no detail gets lost in translation and that your final landscape aligns perfectly with the original concept. We handle all aspects of the installation process, including plant selection and placement, soil prep, irrigation setup, lighting installation, and any associated hardscaping like edging, stonework, or pathways. Because we only work on one project at a time, our crew stays fully focused on your space until it's complete. You’ll work directly with Ian Brown throughout the project, giving you a consistent point of contact and peace of mind. The benefit of this integrated approach is a cohesive, personalized landscape with professional results—and a hassle-free experience from start to finish.

The timeline for your landscape design depends on the complexity of your project and how quickly decisions are made, but most designs are completed within 1 to 3 weeks. We begin with a property walk-through and consultation where we learn about your preferences, challenges, and goals. From there, we develop a concept and share it with you for feedback. Some clients finalize quickly, while others prefer more time to explore plant types or layouts—our process adapts to your pace. Once the design is approved, we transition into scheduling your installation. Because we only take one project at a time, you won’t be waiting in a long queue. We’ll give you a clear and honest timeline based on current schedules and weather conditions. Our focus on personalized service means we keep you informed every step of the way, so there are no surprises—just steady, thoughtful progress.

Yes, we regularly incorporate existing plants and garden elements into our new landscape designs. During your consultation and site walk-through, we’ll assess which features are healthy, mature, and worth preserving—and which might benefit from relocation, replanting, or removal. Sometimes a well-established tree or favorite perennial can become a focal point of the new design, offering a sense of continuity and maturity. If you're unsure about what's thriving or outdated, we’ll give honest, professional advice to help you decide what stays and what changes. Working with existing elements can also help reduce cost and preserve the unique character of your space. Our design goal is to create a cohesive and refreshed look, blending old and new in a way that feels intentional and seamless. Whether you want to save a legacy plant or just freshen up the garden beds, we’ll make sure your updated landscape feels like home.

Absolutely. Seasonal interest is a cornerstone of our landscaping philosophy. We intentionally select plantings and layout strategies that ensure your property looks vibrant and engaging throughout the year—not just during the peak of summer. In spring, you’ll enjoy early blooms and fresh textures; summer brings bold color, movement, and fragrance; autumn features rich hues and structure; and winter is designed with evergreens, bark texture, and form to provide visual appeal even in dormancy. We balance color, bloom time, and plant form to create a living tapestry that evolves beautifully with each season. We also consider how lighting, shadows, and even snow play off your garden beds and structural features. By designing with all four seasons in mind, your landscape becomes a dynamic, year-round extension of your home—one that invites you outside no matter the month. It’s not just about planting—it’s about planning for beauty, always.