JRLD DESIGN + landscape

The design process outlined below describes the design stages of a typical landscape development.
Fee proposals for each project are provided based on any of the following stages:

DESIGN BRIEF + SITE ANALYSIS

After acceptance of the design proposal, a client design brief meeting and site analysis will be undertaken and will typically involve the following:

Site analysis & measurement.
Base plan preparation.
Site photos will be taken for file and reference.
Location of services, existing trees and other structures will be documented.
Spot levels and surveying.
Soil profile testing.

CONCEPT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Conceptual design work will then be developed from the client brief and site analysis process and will typically involve the following:

Preliminary / conceptual design development.
Material options for floor and walling surfaces.
Planting options and groupings.
Developed concept design drawings.
Preliminary estimate of probable costs for the development of the garden.
Client meetings & concept presentation.
3d visual drawings when required.

LANDSCAPE DOCUMENTATION

Landscape master plans or separate construction and planting plans can be developed ( If required ) for contracted works, ready for tender and possible council submission. This stage typically involves any of the following services:

Construction plans with details for all hard construction and other structural information.
Elevation and section drawings.
Irrigation and lighting plans.
Planting plans including full plant schedules, soil requirements and cultivation methods for garden bed areas.
Planting plans for proposed developments including housing, units, factories, subdivisions etc.
Indigenous planting plans for council permits.
Existing vegetation assessment (native & exotic).
Liaison as necessary with other consultants including architects, structural & civil engineers.

DESIGN APPROVAL & project costing

Landscape plan approvals that follow local council planting requirements, are often required with new building and landscape projects. JRLD can work with our clients, architects and building certifiers to obtain any relevant design and building approval when required.

JRLD can then prepare a detailed project costing for the implementation of our designed landscapes. Along with indicative schedules and construction flow charts for each of our Noosa + Sunshine Coast projetcs.

JRLD can also offer our clients a tailored project management service outside of Noosa and the Sunshine Coast, working closely with other trades specific to each project and design.

LANDSCAPE WORKS

With over 20 years experience in landscape design and construction James Ross manages an in house team of qualified and professional contractors to help bring each of our garden designs to life. JRLD is passionate about planting design, we believe plants are the most important part of any well designed garden. Plants transform the garden, anchor the landscape and connect our souls to nature. Correct soil preparation and horticultural methods during the planting stage is key for long term plant health and success. Onsite designer plant placement and plant health checks by James Ross is also an important part of the planting design and install process. Sourcing and installing the right plants from our range of industry suppliers is what we do best.