DESIGN & BUILD JOURNEY
Dreaming of a patio for al fresco dining? Lush gardens for bright blooms? A pool for family splashing or custom sauna for winter warmth? With our design expertise we know how to craft a vision and with our build expertise we know how to build the roadmap to get there.
OUR PROMISE
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We do what we say we’re gonna do.
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We keep you looped in every step of the way.
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We anticipate problems before they arise and take clear action when surprises inevitably happen.
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We break the contractor stereotype, one genuine smile at a time.
Discover
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We deliver a seamless design to build experience, backed by a team that cares as much about your outdoor space as you do. Check out our full process here and then…
Send a note to hello@landscapelovegardens.com
Tell us a bit about your yard, your goals, your star sign!, send over some before photos. If it seems like we’re a good fit, we’ll set up a complimentary on-site consultation with one of our designers
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During our complimentary initial consultation, all key decision makers and one of our LL designers will explore your property together, discussing your outdoor vision, style preferences, priorities, timeline, and budget.
Our work is fully custom to you and project costs depend upon size and scope.
If it’s a good fit, we’ll move forward with a comprehensive Landscape Love design+build package
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After our meeting, If all is vibing, you will receive a Design Contract outlining the scope of your project with a flat fee for the design. Our Design Contract includes:
follow up site visit + plant survey
scaled site plans
3D renderings (if applicable)
comprehensive line-item estimate
digital mood board of the overall vibe, plant selections, building + hardscape materials
A design+materials presentation at our HQ
one round of refinement, if necessary
*Site Survey: A professional survey provides critical measurements for accurate landscape design. While not always required, most projects require this detailed assessment of lot lines, setbacks, and existing structures. If you have a recent survey, we'll use it. Otherwise, we'll coordinate with a licensed surveyor on your behalf to ensure design accuracy and streamline permit approvals.
DESIGN
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Site Deep Dive: We’ll roll up our sleeves and get to know your property's personality! From quirky soil conditions to that stubborn corner where nothing grows, we capture it all through photos and notes. This treasure hunt for details helps us understand what makes your outdoor space tick, setting the stage for a design that feels like it was always meant to be there.
Design Development: Here's where your landscape starts taking shape on paper. We map out logical pathways for moving through your space, address practical concerns like water drainage and elevation changes, and select materials that both look great and stand up to Minnesota weather. We balance the technical requirements with aesthetic goals to create a design that works as beautifully as it looks.
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We’ll meet at our HQ for the exciting reveal of your landscape vision. We'll walk you through detailed plans and realistic renderings that bring your project to life. You'll see and touch actual material samples, review proposed plant selections, and visualize how everything works together. We'll present a detailed cost breakdown for all aspects of your project. This approach ensures you understand exactly what's included and allows us to discuss options for phasing or adjustments if needed to align with your budget goals.
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After your design presentation, we'll work diligently to refine and align until everything - design, materials, and budget - feels just right. We'll walk through the refined plan together, confirm the numbers, and with the green light and a build deposit, your project is officially booked.
BUILD
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From groundbreaking to the final walkthrough, we handle it all so you can simply enjoy the process.
Pre-Project: Before we break ground, you and your project manager will meet on site to confirm final scope, assess access, and firm up any last details to ensure a smooth install process.
Site Coordination: Once construction begins, your project manager and crew oversee your entire process with precision and care. We coordinate material deliveries, schedule and sequence, manage subcontractors and treat every project as if it were our own house. We work to solve unexpected challenges and maintain clear communication with you throughout. Our oversight creates an organized and efficient path from concept to completion.
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This is where shovels hit dirt and your landscape takes shape. Each day brings visible progress as structures emerge, plants find their homes, and your new outdoor space becomes more than just a drawing. A build process that aligns with our Landscape Love Promise.
What happens when you combine connective, capable, creative artisans, stir in in a culture of openness and support, and shake vigorously with 100–proof work ethic? You get a motivated team of strong backs, capable hands, and keen eyes that work together to make sure your project is built from the healthiest plants at the nursery, the coolest stone at the brickyard, and the truest lumber from the mill. More importantly, you get to see a lot of smiles and hear a lot of laughter throughout the workday.
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Project complete! We'll walk through your new outdoor space together, showing you the ropes of your landscape—how to adjust those pathway lights for evening ambiance, outsmart the neighborhood bunnies eyeing your new plants, and run your irrigation system like a pro. Consider this your owner's manual for maximizing enjoyment and minimizing headaches. We built it, but now it's your turn to live in it, use it, and make it your own.
