Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Landscape Architecture Partner in Maryland
Garden Architecture has been crafting exceptional outdoor spaces through landscape architecture for 27 years. Our approach combines creative design with technical expertise to create functional, beautiful environments that reflect clients' lifestyles. We specialize in Landscape Master Plans that integrate hardscapes, water features, and native plantings while prioritizing environmental sustainability. With a licensed landscape architect on staff since 1985, we deliver projects that enhance property value and create lasting outdoor living experiences. Our team collaborates with builders and contractors to ensure seamless implementation of designs, from site planning to final installation. Recognized with nine consecutive Best of Houzz Client Satisfaction awards, we maintain a commitment to excellence through personalized service and innovative solutions.Our expertise extends to new home construction, landscape renovation, and conservation-focused designs that support local ecosystems. Clients benefit from phased implementation plans that accommodate budget constraints while maintaining long-term design integrity. With academic credentials from Cornell and Harvard Universities, our principal designer brings deep technical knowledge to every project. We serve residential clients throughout the Mid Atlantic Region, creating spaces that harmonize with both architecture and nature.
Services
Landscape Master Plans
Outdoor Living Areas
Water Gardens
Native Plant Gardens
Stormwater Management
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 27 years of landscape architecture expertise with a licensed professional on staff since 1985
- Our designs combine Harvard and Cornell-trained expertise with practical implementation knowledge
- We provide phased master plans that accommodate budget constraints while maintaining design integrity
- Our conservation-focused approach supports local ecosystems and reduces environmental impact
- We maintain nine consecutive Best of Houzz Client Satisfaction awards for exceptional service
What people say
Beautiful designs
Meticulous work
Worth every penny
Creative solutions
Professional expertise
Services
Landscape Master Plans
Our Landscape Master Plans provide comprehensive blueprints for transforming outdoor spaces. These detailed designs incorporate hardscapes, water features, and plantings while considering environmental sustainability. Clients receive phased implementation plans that maintain design integrity while accommodating budget constraints. The plans include scaled measurements, material specifications, and planting lists to guide successful project execution.
Outdoor Living Areas
We design functional outdoor living environments that extend home interiors into nature. Our expertise includes patios, decks, outdoor kitchens, and fire features that enhance property usability. Each design considers privacy needs, entertainment requirements, and seamless integration with existing architecture. The spaces are created to support various activities while maintaining aesthetic harmony with the natural surroundings.
Water Gardens
Our water garden designs incorporate naturalized ponds, waterfalls, and rain gardens that enhance visual appeal while supporting local ecosystems. These features provide focal points for outdoor spaces while contributing to stormwater management. We integrate appropriate plantings and circulation patterns to create self-sustaining aquatic environments that require minimal maintenance.
Native Plant Gardens
We specialize in creating gardens featuring native plant species that thrive in local conditions. These designs reduce maintenance needs while supporting pollinators and wildlife. Our approach includes selecting appropriate species for each exposure and scale, creating meadows as alternatives to traditional lawns, and designing roadside buffers that enhance ecological connections.
Stormwater Management
Our sustainable water management solutions address drainage challenges while conserving resources. We implement rain gardens, dry streambeds, and permeable hardscapes to manage runoff effectively. These systems prevent erosion, recharge groundwater, and reduce irrigation needs through strategic water collection and distribution techniques tailored to each property's topography.
People
Kirsten Coffen
Licensed Landscape Architect
With over 35 years of experience since 1985, Kirsten holds landscape architecture degrees from Cornell and Harvard Universities. She is a licensed professional and member of the American Society of Landscape Architects, bringing technical expertise and creative vision to every project while maintaining a client-focused approach.
Questions
Why should I hire a landscape architect for my outdoor project?
A professionally designed landscape can increase property value by up to 15% while ensuring functional, sustainable outdoor spaces tailored to your lifestyle needs.
What services does Garden Architecture offer?
We provide comprehensive landscape architecture services including master planning, outdoor living areas, water gardens, native plant gardens, and stormwater management solutions.
How does the design process work?
We begin with a consultation to understand your vision, then create detailed plans with phased implementation options for gradual project execution.
Do you work with existing landscapes?
Yes, we specialize in renovating outdated landscapes by assessing existing elements and creating updated designs that maximize your property's potential.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Mid Atlantic Region, including the Greater Baltimore Metropolitan Area and surrounding counties.
How do you incorporate sustainability into designs?
We use native plants, implement water conservation techniques, and create ecosystems that support local wildlife while reducing maintenance requirements.
