Turning your outdoor space into a stunning outdoor living area involves more than just planning. The landscape design process is a creative journey requiring various aspects to be considered. Create a space that is beautiful and multifunctional. Working with a professional landscape company like Ducon Outdoor Living ensures that every detail is handled with care.
In this blog, we will take you through the typical process involved in landscape design, providing insight into each stage and what to expect when you start your outdoor project.
Step 1: Initial meeting
The landscape design process starts with a simple conversation This is when you meet with us to discuss your vision and goals for the outdoor living space.
Step 2: Time to Engage
We will work closely with you to gather insights and feedback, ensuring that every detail aligns with your expectations. This collaborative approach helps us create a plan, that shows the steps required to make it a reality.
Step 3: Site Analysis
Once the initial discussion wraps up, the next step is a site analysis. This is where our expert engineer visits your property to evaluate the existing space. The engineer takes measurements, checks drainage and considers all the outdoor aspects to ensure the design is flawless.
Factors like the local climate and heat variations are critical considerations, especially when selecting materials that can withstand various weather conditions. A thorough site analysis sets a solid foundation for the project
Step 4: Concept Design
Here is where the creativity comes to life. Based on your vision and the site analysis, our landscape designer will develop a design concept with 2D sketches. Think of this as a rough draft or blueprint of what your outdoor space could look like.
This step is a collaborative approach to hear your feedback. You can review the design and make changes until it matches your vision for your outdoor project.
Step 5: Our Products and Services
You are invited to explore our extensive range of products and services. Our diverse range of products includes fountains, outdoor kitchens, outdoor seating, pergolas, landscape pavers, Terrain Designs, and wall systems.
Our services include Site Survey, 3D Design, Construction Drawing, Ansahak, ICPI Contractor, Delivery and Installation, Snagging and Maintenance.
Step 6: The Design
We present the proposed design of your outdoor space with 3D renders that allow you to understand what your project will look like even before we start. Your input in this stage matters to make the design uniquely yours.
Step 7: Quotation
Following the confirmation of the design, you will be provided with a detailed quotation for your approval. This initiates the production of the materials required for your outdoor project.
Step 8: Proposal
Now that you have a clear design, it’s time to discuss the cost of bringing your landscape design to life. You will receive a personalized folder with all the essential details of your landscape project. This means you have everything in one place if you decide to go back to find any document.
Step 9: Ansahak
This is our additional advisory service where our expert quality control engineers are assigned to assist you and oversee your project. Trained by the ICPI-NCMA, our engineers ensure precise execution in alignment with the approved design.
Step 10: Leave it to our engineers
The dedicated Ansahak engineers will collaborate with your selected contractor from our roaster of certified and trained hardscape contractors to ensure the installation adheres to the ICPI standards.
You can easily go on that trip you have been looking forward to while we expertly manage your outdoor project.
Step 11: Delivery & Installation
The moment you have been waiting for, our truck arrives at the site as scheduled by the Ansahak engineers. Then, the installation starts with the watchful eyes of Ansahak.
During this phase, the team will:
Install hardscaping features like Patios, Walkways, and Walls.
Set up outdoor living features such as Outdoor Kitchens, Pergolas, and Water Features.
Step 12: Snagging
We take an extra step by conducting a thorough quality check of your project and preparing a snagging report that highlights the necessary adjustments to be made before the final project completion. This ensures that our client is fully satisfied.
Step 13: Project Handover
Once completed, it’s the moment that you have been waiting for. Welcome to your new outdoor living space. You are presented with a completed version of your dream, It’s the moment when all the planning, designing and hard work pay off, and you finally get to enjoy your outdoor paradise.
Step 14: Maintenance
While the project may be finished, the care doesn’t stop there. Our maintenance packages will ensure your outdoor living area remains as good as new. Our maintenance packages consist of 4 different types: Easy clean, Deep Clean, Restoration and Resurfacing. Each is designed to serve a specific purpose.
In conclusion, landscape design is a complete process that involves careful planning, creativity and collaboration. By working with Ducon Outdoor Living, you will create a stunning outdoor space and enjoy a hassle-free journey from concept to completion of the project.
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