Our Process & Design to Build Services

At Fernwood, we offer thoughtful, design-driven landscaping services that bring beauty, functionality, and long-term resilience to your outdoor space.

Whether you’re dreaming of a complete transformation or need expert support for a single aspect of your yard, we bring the same commitment to each of our clients.

a clear process, skilled installation, and a dedication to creating landscapes that thrive in the Pacific Northwest. 

Our specialty is comprehensive design–to-build projects, where we guide you from first concepts through installation with a seamless, collaborative approach. We also offer many of our services a-la-carte, depending on your needs.

Every project is approached with ecological sensitivity, emphasizing climate-adapted ornamental and Pacific Northwest native plants, pollinator gardens, low-water designs, and efficient drip irrigation. As a certified Backyard Habitat provider, we pledge to follow habitat-supportive principles: never using herbicides and pesticides or planting invasive species. Where possible, we prioritize electric and hand tools to reduce environmental impact. 

Sustainability At The Center

Design-to-Build

Tailored to Your Space Our full scope design–to–build service brings all of the details that matter together:

Creative design, plant expertise, hardscape planning, water feature integration, lighting, and irrigation. Paired with efficient, detail-oriented installation, this premium offering delivers a cohesive experience from first sketch to final planting, ensuring your landscape is beautiful, enduring, and highly personalized.


The Design-to-Build Process

1

Initial Consultation

Based on your detailed client questionnaire and an on-site visit

Pavers, patios, retaining walls, walkways, pads and planting palette creation using PlantMaster for clear, visual understanding

2

HARDSCAPE DESIGN

… at each milestone for collaborative feedback

3

Zoom Presentations

Designed with Vectorworks, a comprehensive plant list, and an installation estimate

4

Final CAD Plans

5

Expert installation at your property

6

Project coordination from concept through completion

To begin your landscape design transformation, complete our contact form to request a complimentary site visit.

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