Denver Landscape Architecture
When it comes to transforming outdoor spaces in the Denver Metro Area, experience and local expertise make all the difference. At Ivy Street Design, we've spent over 30 years mastering the art of landscape architecture in Colorado's unique climate, completing more than 2,000 projects that blend beauty, functionality, and sustainability.
Whether you're envisioning a water-wise xeriscape garden in Cherry Creek, an outdoor entertainment space in Highlands, or a complete landscape transformation in Park Hill, our award-winning team brings the knowledge and creativity to make it happen.
What Makes Ivy Street Design Denver's Trusted Landscape Architecture Firm
Three Decades of Colorado Expertise
Thirty years in the Denver Metro Area means we truly understand what thrives here. Colorado's intense sun, unpredictable weather, clay soils, and water conservation requirements demand specialized knowledge. Our portfolio of 2,000+ completed projects demonstrates consistent excellence across every scale, from intimate urban gardens to expansive commercial developments.
Licensed Professional Landscape Architects
Our team includes licensed Professional Landscape Architects (PLAs) Wendy Booth, Ian Ferguson, and Kelsey Steward, alongside talented designers Edgar Rebollar Suarez, Nina Raikoff, and Hailey Davis. Together, they bring 65+ years of combined experience in landscape design and architecture, ensuring your project benefits from true expertise, not guesswork.
Our Comprehensive Denver Landscape Design Process
Unlike landscape companies offering cookie-cutter solutions, Ivy Street Design follows a meticulous 10-step process tailored to each client's unique vision:
From Vision to Reality
We begin with an on-site meeting at your Denver property, walking the space together and listening carefully to your goals. Want to create an outdoor kitchen for weekend gatherings? Reduce water usage with native plants? Add a fire pit for cool Colorado evenings? We capture every detail.
Using cutting-edge 3D visualization technology, we create an immersive model of your future landscape. This means you can see exactly how your space will look before construction begins, eliminating uncertainty and ensuring you love the design.
Throughout research and analysis, we assess your site's soil conditions, drainage patterns, sun exposure, and microclimates. We review HOA requirements and local regulations. Then we work collaboratively through design revisions, welcoming your feedback at every stage.
Quality Throughout Construction
Our involvement doesn't end at the design phase. We prepare detailed construction documents, assist with contractor selection through our bid administration process, and provide construction observation to ensure your landscape is built exactly as designed.
Sustainable Landscape Design for Denver's Climate
Water-Wise Xeriscaping Expertise
In Colorado, water conservation isn't optional; it's essential. Our xeriscape designs can reduce water usage by up to 60% while creating vibrant, beautiful gardens. We specialize in selecting native Colorado plants that naturally thrive in our climate, requiring less maintenance, less water, and fewer chemicals than traditional landscapes.
From permeable pavers for eco-friendly driveways to rain gardens that manage stormwater runoff, every design decision reflects our commitment to ecological harmony and sustainability.
Built for Colorado Weather
We design with Denver's dramatic weather in mind. Our plant selections account for temperature extremes, our hardscape materials withstand freeze-thaw cycles, and our irrigation systems maximize efficiency. This forward-thinking approach ensures your landscape looks beautiful year after year.
Residential and Commercial Landscape Architecture Services
Creating Outdoor Living Spaces Denver Families Love
Our residential landscape design services focus on spaces you'll actually use:
- Custom outdoor kitchens and BBQ areas perfect for entertaining
- Fire pits and heating elements that extend your outdoor season
- Native plant gardens bursting with color and life
- Patios, decks, and entertainment spaces for gathering
- Landscape lighting that enhances beauty and safety
- Pool and spa integration with surrounding landscapes
Commercial Projects That Enhance Communities
We believe public spaces deserve exceptional design. Our commercial portfolio includes community gardens, parks, libraries, botanical gardens, retail landscapes, and transit-oriented developments throughout the Denver Metro Area.
Proven Results and Client Satisfaction
Our 4.6-star rating reflects genuine satisfaction from clients throughout Denver. As homeowner Lisa Malangoni shared, "They were hands on throughout the entire project, and were patient and understanding while we worked with them through our design choices. Their designs completely transformed our outdoor living spaces."
Jeff Erickson added, "Ian listened to our goals and created plans that exceeded our expectations. Ian was available to work with the contractor and make adjustments as needed."
Flexibility Across All Budgets
Whether you're planning a modest front yard refresh or a complete acre property transformation, we have the experience to deliver exceptional results within your budget. We maximize value while maintaining the quality craftsmanship Ivy Street Design is known for.
Partner with Denver's Most Experienced Landscape Architects
When you choose Ivy Street Design, you're partnering with a firm dedicated to improving social and ecological integrity through thoughtful, beautiful design. Our credentials include membership in the National Association of Home Builders, Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado certification, and multiple licensed PLAs on staff.
Ready to transform your Denver outdoor space? Contact Ivy Street Design today for a complimentary consultation:
Ivy Street Design
1529 North York Street, Suite 300
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 320-0362
info@ivystreetdesign.com
Let's create an outdoor space that reflects your style, meets your needs, and thrives in Colorado's unique environment.
