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