The marriage of landscape and hardscape.....memorable outdoor environments are created by the ability to conceive and coordinate the horticultural and construction process.
Our strength is the ability to follow through and execute a project to a high level of craft...from the conception the idea to securing the approvals, preparation of coordinated construction documentation and working with Contractors, sourcing materials...all the way through maintenance.
Our landscape design process is a synthesis of thought at many levels. On a macro level, we seek to re-create a natural framework of materials that are suitable to the Client's needs and to the conditions of a particular environment. On a personal level, the expression and organization of the materials is a function of the designer and the Client making informed choices that work within the framework of style and budget.
what we design
Custom Residential Landscapes Formal Gardens, Sculpture Gardens, Courtyards Outdoor rooms, Entertainment Areas, Pool and Spas Amenities for Resorts and Clubs Pool Areas, Spa Features, Cabanas, Dining Terrace gardens, Courtyards, Beach Facilities, Rooftop Gardens, Grounds Signature Pools, Fountains and Water Features Golf Course Landscapes and Features Signage and Entry Features Common Area Landscapes for Residential /Commercial Developments, Marinas, and Plazas Park and Recreation Features Botanical Parks and Displays Natural Areas and Environmental Restorations
Site Design is the application of an idea with a piece of land. Site design shapes the way that one experiences the natural elements of a piece of land or lives in the out-of-doors. The challenge of site design is detemining where our notions of art and artifice give way to the sublime and uncontrived expression of nature. From iconic features to intimate personal gardens, KVLA serves the needs of a diverse range of Clients.
Though we excel at generating ideas and creating spaces from imagination, we recognize that some of the best ideas come from the the collaboration with Client and other members of the design team. Either way, our spirit is to provide the means to visualize and idea and bring it to life.
Site Planning ...is the foundation of a good site design. Site Planning is a process of creating a plan that integrates consideration of environmental factors, aesthetic concerns, engineering and architectural issues, utilities, and the regulatory controls.
Project Success .... No matter how large or small, successful projects begin with an understanding of a client's business foundation; its mission, goals, funding and economic requirements. Client involvement, feedback and communications are essential at every step along the way. KVLA works as a leader or as collaborator with a team of professionals and the Owner's staff to develop a plan that functions on many levels.