Transform Your Outdoor Space with Landscape Design

October 11, 2024

Embarking on a landscape design project can be an incredibly rewarding and creative adventure. Here are the essential elements we focus on to help you craft a beautiful and inviting outdoor space:

1. Assess Your Space

Available Space: A detailed house plat or land survey allows us to map out your landscape, taking note of existing features like buildings, property lines, and easements. We’ll also identify any plants you wish to keep, ensuring they are integrated into your design. This assessment helps us pinpoint the areas that will serve as your blank canvas for creating functional and enjoyable outdoor spaces.

2. Define Your Style

Create Inspiration Boards: Collect images from websites or platforms like Pinterest to articulate your design vision. A stroll through local neighborhoods or public gardens can also spark creativity—snap some photos of elements you love! Popular styles include modern, cottage, woodland, rustic, Japanese, and English gardens.

3. Create a Plan

Consider Scale: We carefully ensure that all elements, from plants to structures, are proportionate to your space. Our design rendering will detail the placement of plants, pathways, and features, creating a cohesive plan.

4. Select Plants

Check Growing Zones and Care: We choose hardy species that flourish in your local climate and align with your aesthetic preferences. Sunlight requirements and soil compatibility are also considered.
Plan for Seasonal Interest: We incorporate a variety of plants that bloom at different times throughout the year to maintain vibrant beauty in every season.

5. Incorporate Hardscaping

Paths and Patios: We design functional and visually appealing walkways and seating areas using stones, pavers, or gravel. Edging materials help define these spaces clearly.
Add Structures: Features like trellises, arbors, or pergolas add depth and interest to your landscape.

6. Enhance with Lighting

Path Lights: Illuminate pathways for safety and to create an inviting ambiance.
Spotlights: Use uplighting to highlight trees or architectural features, adding a dramatic touch to your outdoor space at night.

7. Mulching and Soil Preparation

Mulch Beds: We utilize double shredded hardwood mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds, fostering a healthy garden. Soil amendments are made as necessary to optimize plant growth.

8. Plan for Watering & Maintenance

Efficient Irrigation: We recommend irrigation systems or rain wand watering hoses to simplify the watering process.
Seasonal Care: While we don’t provide ongoing maintenance, we offer one-time clean-ups. After installation, homeowners may want to develop a routine for pruning, fertilizing, and seasonal maintenance to keep your landscape thriving. And remember, we’re just a call away for seasonal clean-ups! 😊

9. Budget Wisely

Prioritize: Identify key features to focus on first, allowing you to expand your landscape over time without financial strain.
Repurpose Materials: Incorporate reclaimed or upcycled items for unique and sustainable touches that enhance your design.

10. Enjoy the Process

All great things take time. We’ll collaborate closely with you, revising and finalizing the design based on your feedback. Once the proposal is accepted, the installation process will begin, and you’ll be amazed by how your yard evolves into a beautiful outdoor oasis over the years.

Transform Your Outdoor Space Today

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1735829745

We had a great experience working with Northern Virginia Landscaping. Kenesi and his team were quick and easy to communicate with. We are looking forward to using our new backyard in the spring!

1733612670

We’ve had a great experience with Kenesi and the crews of NoVa Landscaping. They had some innovative drainage solutions, built a hot tab pad along with some regular landscaping and clean up. They turned around estimates quickly, got us on their schedule in a timely manner and communicated well throughout the project(s). Highly recommend.

Jessica Steinberg

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I wish there were an option to give more than 5 stars. Northern Virginia Landscaping is truly one of the best companies I've ever worked with. I was moving into a new home and had a vision for what I wanted my new patio, yard, and fence to look like. From my first meeting with Ibi, through the design phase with Dave, to execution with Kenesi and Victor, the communication, responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality was top notch!! The project manager, Kenesi, was in regular touch and ensuring I was satisfied with all the work that was being done. the team just finished the work, and I am THRILLED with the results. I am also sad that I won't be in regular touch with Kenesi because he was truly such a pleasure to work with. I highly, highly recommend Northern Virginia Landscaping.

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Can’t say enough great things about NOVA Landscaping! They gave us the backyard of our dreams - it is exactly what we wanted. Kenesi was so awesome to work with, he was on top of everything and kept us updated as things progressed. Highly recommend!

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We really enjoyed working with Northern Virginia Landscaping on our recent project. The owner Ibi came to our house twice to review the project and ensure he understood what we were looking for in our design when we changed the project scope. I appreciate the communication from the entire team, especially Ana and Kenesi. I had multiple people I could reach out to with any questions or concerns, and I was never left wondering. In addition, when miss utility mismarked our cable line, the team quickly addressed it and kept in constant communication. The project came out wonderful and it was exactly what we were hoping for. They are a company I trust and would use again for future projects.

Melissa Lindsey

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Northern VA Landscaping has done our landscaping work since 2019. They are amazing at what they do, incredibly professional, and helpful over the years addressing our questions and providing additional support. Would recommend them to anyone!

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We had an excellent experience working with Northern Virginia Landscaping to regrade our yard and extend our downspouts. Kenesi and his team explained the work that needed to get done clearly and was very responsive to all our questions before, during, and after the work. We are very happy with the outcome!

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If you’re looking for a company that will respond and deliver quality work you’re at the right spot. I recently hired Northern Virginia Landscaping due to some severe drainage issues that we had going on for quite a while. Their process was super simple and their team is very knowledgeable. To make it simple we had other companies come out and suggest major drainage systems that needed to be installed around our yard. NVA Landscaping came up with a great plan that we felt comfortable and happy with. We are very grateful for the work excuted at our property. We will definitely be reaching out for future projects. Thank you to all your staff!

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So thankful we found Northern Virgina Landscaping! We needed our very first landscaping job done and were very nervous to trust someone to get the job done. Kenesi came and talked us through the entire project, then Victor, Kevin, and Noel came and executed it! Everyone was so friendly, answered any questions we had, and came back immediately when something needed to get fixed. We plan to use them for future projects for sure!

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Ibi, Kenesi, Marco, and the rest of the team did an incredible job on our backyard project. After the consultation and a few scope adjustments to align our goals and our budget, we accepted a very detailed work proposal. Over the last 4 weeks they removed 4 large trees as well as a few other smaller ones, excavated the new patio area, installed the patio and retaining wall, removed all vines and bushes, regraded, laid sod, and overseeded, and installed a flower bed. They left the job site clean everyday and answered any questions I had. They are true experts and I will be continuing to use their services on any other projects.

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NVA cleaned up my yard and built a beautiful stone path. They were great! Highly recommend.

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We were excited to use Northern Virginia Landscaping to redo our entire backyard and they were able to execute everything from hardscaping, landscaping, demolition, grading, and masonry work as well. The team was terrific to work with and we are excited to continue working with them in the future.

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We had Northern Virginia Landscaping repair two patios and replace an old, damaged brick patio with a concrete slab. The job took just over five days. The crew was on time each day, completed the daily jobs, and left the site clean before returning for the next day. Kenesi, the project manager, was thorough with his proposal and explained to us what our options were to complete the project. I would hire NVL again for my next landscaping/hardscaping project.

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Northern Virginia Landscaping removed our old steps and built a much safer and prettier staircase/patio. They offered several ideas and worked with me to come up with exactly what I wanted. Excellent communication!! Everyone was very friendly and the work was fabulous!

Bryce Washington

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The crew was great! I had a drainage issue and also had my front and backyard redone with a new design. The team was very responsive and I was very happy with this work!

Edward Terrenoire

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The crew did a great job. Not only was all the work done perfectly, but the guys were friendly, meticulous in cleaning up, and finished hours ahead of schedule. I'll definitely hire them again, and would recommend.

Gerry Piddington

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I've never experienced such professionalism with a landscaping company. We will definitely have ibi and his team back for more projects!!

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We recently hired Northern Virginia Landscaping to fix the grading in our front yard and also re-design/plant the garden in our front yard. They've done a great job from the initial consultation to the actual project management. The owner Ibi is very knowledgeable about the water intrusion issues we faced in our house and proposed grading change and additional drainage to fix the water intrusion problem. The project started timely and Ibi and the project manager Kenesei have always kept great communications with us on a daily basis to inform us about the progress. We are very happy with their work and would highly recommend them for landscaping projects!An update from the initial review: in the past year, we worked with NVA Landscaping on 3 different properties, the most recent one being a townhouse's front garden/lawn this week, as always, NVA delivered the work on time, efficiently and cost effectively. As you can see from the pictures below, the front garden that used to be an overgrown jungle was completely transformed. We are happy returning customers of NVA and will continue to work with them on future projects.

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I don't post reviews much but this company went above and beyond. Excellent landscaping, perfect walkway and drainage work. Received follow-up emails every day on the progress. Highly recommend!

Nicole DiBenedetto

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We had a wonderful experience working with Northern Virginia Landscaping. They helped us totally transform our backyard. They were proactive, consultative, and very flexible as we thought through our timeline and decisions. We plan to use them for future projects in the fall.

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I recently had the pleasure of working with Northern Virginia Landscaping to remove several dead trees from my property, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with their service. From the initial consultation to the final cleanup, the entire process was seamless and professional.Ibi arrived on time and conducted a thorough assessment of the trees that needed to be removed. He provided a clear and reasonable estimate, explaining each step involved in the process. His expertise was evident, and they patiently answered all my questions and concerns.On the day of the removal, Kenesi and the crew were efficient and meticulous. They took great care to ensure that minimal damage was done to my lawn area (due to wet weather). The cleanup was well done—they even came back to the job to touch up some areas.Overall, Northern Virginia Landscaping exceeded my expectations. Their professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail made a potentially stressful task completely hassle-free. I highly recommend this company for any landscaping needs. I will be using them as my landscaping company for future projects.Thank you, Northern Virginia Landscaping, for a job well done!

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During a home inspection we learned that part of our foundation was becoming exposed from erosion. We contacted several companies to look into regrading and adding steps to a very sloped side yard. Northern Virginia Landscaping came in to inspect the soonest after reaching out and with the best and most detailed quote. One other quote in particular was insane, over 5x more than any other quote (definitely do some due diligence). The landscapers came in for two days and did an amazing job installing the pavers and regrading/building a retaining wall to help with the erosion. Will definitely have them at the top of my list for any future landscaping needs we may have.

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NV Landscaping has been doing wonderful work for us for several years, both landscaping and hardscaping. In every case they have done beautiful work. Arrived promptly, worked very hard, asked questions when they were unsure about something, were very friendly, and cleaned up. They will make sure everything is exactly as you want and need it to be. We are extremely happy with them and can recommend heartily.

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We just used Northern Virginia Landscaping to get sod installed in your yard. We originally had a very large tree that was removed and the roots were everywhere in the yard. We also had a previous vegetable garden that we wanted to replace with sod. For a very fair price Northern Virginia Landscaping came in and prepared the soil (removed patches, put down soil, sand and lime to help establish the roots), and laid sod down in the yard - about 800 square feet. The guys did an excellent job, were courteous, cleaned up, and were extremely efficient. Would highly recommend them and plan on using them again for other work.

1716037605

Love Northern VA Landscaping! They've done various projects for me, from general clean-up to installing a comprehensive drainage system, and the results are impressive. If you're looking for knowledgeable, responsive, and reliable landscaping experts, go with this company!

1715353067

Northern Virginia Landscaping did an excellent job on a number of projects at our house. The initial consultation was super helpful in determining the size, shape, and design of a paver patio, but they also helped to determine how we could improve some drainage issues in our yard. The patio came out beautifully and the job was done faster than expected. The crew was exceptional and were very accommodating to some last minute changes. We also had a shed pad installed, and when it didn't come out quite right at first, the team worked tirelessly to get everything fixed prior to our shed installation. We're so happy with how everything turned out. The team was super responsive to communication and very careful when the work was being done. Highly recommended!

1715347424

Very responsive, quality work, and super nice. I highly recommend them!

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I hired Northern VA Landscaping for 2 jobs: 1. clear trees/debris and apply grass shade seed to extend my backyard 1,000 sq ft; 2. bury down spout on side of house and apply grass shade seed where there was too much water and not enough sun light for sod to thrive. I had the pleasure of working with Kenesi who is an excellent communicator and provide exceptional customer service. Kenesi makes sure the job is done right and continuously checks in with me to make sure I am satisfied. Highly recommend Kenesi and NOVA Landscaping!

1713963203

I cannot recommend Northern Virginia Landscaping enough for the exceptional patio they installed.During the initial consult, Ibi was very thoughtful and patient during the design process and promptly answered all questions. He was also not the "pushy salesman" and allowed us plenty of time to make our decision.Throughout the installation, Kenesi kept a constant line of communication and kept us well informed of progress, timelines and updates. He was always available to answer any questions that came up and went out of his way to ensure we were happy before, during and after the conclusion of the project.Marco and his crew worked diligently to install the patio. He and his team were incredibly respectful of the property, were friendly and skilled in installing the patio in a timely manner.Overall, Northern Virginia Landscaping surpassed all our expectations and we are thrilled with the result. We will undoubtedly use them for future landscaping projects

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Northern Virginia Lanscaping was awesome! We worked with Ana and Kenesi on our project. Both of them were super responsive and great to work with. Easy scheduling, detailed proposal, and great landscaping work. We would definitely recommend using them!

1713038388

We had a great experience using Northern Virginia Landscaping for several projects. They propose thoughtful solutions, communicate and answer all questions, and complete the work in an efficient and professional manner. We love our new landscaping!

1713026206

I can't say enough good about Northern Virginia Landscaping. They essentially rebooted my entire front yard, clearing the lawn, preparing the ground and laying sod, and grooming my shrubbery. Every aspect of my business with them was perfect. Their responsiveness in communications, their professionalism, and the quality of their work is top-notch. I recommend them highly, and I would give them more than 5 stars if I could.

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If you're looking for a Landscaping company that's worth your time and money then this is the place to go. I contacted them regarding drainage issues in was having. We had got a couple opinions from other landscaping companies but they all suggested to construct/install unnecessary things. Ibi was very knowledgeable and suggested some drainage systems to divert the water.Thanks to you guys now we don't have to worry about our house flooding! Also the team on the field were very respectful and helpful to all of our questions which for us is very important. Kenesi was always up to date on any schedule changes or updates of the job scope. Thank you for the great experience we will definitely be using you guys again.

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I was looking for some spring cleaning and mulching done, I found Northern Virginia Landscaping and called them up, and I was scheduled very quickly and the communication channels were great, I never felt unsure of what or when it was going to happen. Very happy overall!

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We’re delighted with the work that Northern Virginia Landscaping (NVL) has done for us! We recently purchased a home with a yard that was largely dirt with no driveway except a bit of gravel thrown into the yard. Drainage was also an issue, and much of the yard was marked by ruts, holes and old shrubbery.We interviewed a number of landscaping companies and were most impressed by NVL. They listened carefully to our priorities and created an excellent plan for us. They smoothed out ruts, holes, and other irregularities, installed a drainage system and created a very attract flagstone walkway to our front porch. They also worked with a paving company to ensure that our new asphalt driveway would blend seamlessly into the new walkway. They then laid sod and planted flowering trees and shrubs. Our yard is now beautiful.The people at NVL were all excellent to work with. Ibi, Kenesi and Ana all responded promptly and courteously to our questions and comments throughout the process. We give them our heartiest recommendation and thank them for transforming our property!

1709329278

We had a great experience with Northern Virginia Landscaping. We purchased a house with a yard that needed to be graded and cleared. They responded very quickly and after discussing their recommendations, and provided an itemized quote that clearly laid out the work to be done. They were in contact leading up to the day of the work and were great to work with. The work was done quickly and the quality was great. Everything was completed in one day, looked great and no mess was left behind. They also followed up with after care instructions to properly grow and maintain the lawn. We will definitely be using them again for any future landscaping needs.

Chrystina Zelaskiewicz

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Northern VA Landscaping was superb. We had drainage issues from the hill with no clear vision on how to proceed. They created a wonderful oasis including a new patio, firepit, retaining wall, driveway extension, front walkway, new gate, dry creek bed, and re-grading the land. Their craftsmanship is excellent, but it's their level of professionalism that left an impression. Kenesi, Ricardo, and the whole crew was always early to the site, cleaned up each day, ensured minimal impact to neighbors, and took extra steps to ensure a job was done correctly. We had a few design changes during construction due to the land grading, and it's clear that NVL always does the job correctly the first time.The owner Ibi is fantastic to work with. He's patient, knowledgeable, professional, and still checks in to see how we're enjoying the yard. The pictures can't truly capture the transformation (see the before), but NVL was the perfect choice and we're extremely pleased with how everything turned out.

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We had an amazing experience with Kenesi. He’s professional and knowledgeable about what he does. We had several things looked at and he always provides a variety of recommendations. He has done so much for us and would highly recommend this company based on the number of projects we had taken care of. Free tree cutting, fence placement, growing our grass, planting trees, building our mailbox and more. We could not have asked for better service with an amazing company with amazing people to work with.

Jonathan Gessert

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Northern Virginia Landscaping was amazing from beginning to end! They consulted me on my best options for hardscaping and concrete. They clearly knew more than the 9 other contractors I spoke with. Did an amazing job with their masonry, laying down a new brick walkway and pouring a new concrete driveway.They were responsive and when the project was going to take longer because of their strict quality assurance processes, they called me about it and kept me in the loop. 5 out of 5 for both their quality of work and their communication.

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They did an amazing job, the customer service was great, and had good prices. I worked with Ibi and Kenesi and both were a pleasure to work with. They asked questions when in doubt and double checked BEFORE they begin our hardscaping and landscaping projects. They also made sure to walk the property with us during and after to make sure we were satisfied. After dealing with more than 5 different landscaping companies in the area, I can say that they are one of the best out there. Thank you so much!

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Northern Virginia Landscaping did an outstanding job - they were quick, professional, and very easy to work with. Highly recommend! Everything looks great!

Travis Dezendorf

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Michelle Poblete

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We are so pleased with how Northern Virginia Landscaping shaped the landscaping in front of our town home. Throughout the process, we felt that Ibi listened to our concerns about our front yard and methodically addressed all of them. He also patiently provided the information that we needed to get HOA approval for the project.When it came time to do the work, Kenesi and his team did a great job -- even working on the weekend to get the job done in a timely manner. Also, when we had questions and needed follow-up work, they came back right away to remove a bush and trim another. We are thrilled with the way everything turned out!

Mildred Bostick

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The customer service representative was very nice and professional. However, the company charges $150 fee for an on-site estimate. This is a bit much for a 20 min distance between their company and my house.

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We were very impressed on how professional and speedy their service was. We used their services for tree trimming and landscaping in our property and would not hesitate to use them again.

Jennifer Dennison

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Fantastic experience with Northern Virginia Landscaping - highly recommend them due to their professionalism, responsive communications, and the helpful nature of their employees! NVL was easy to work with, understood our vision for our backyard, and had competitive prices. If you're considering a job, you should talk with Ibi and the team. We would absolutely utilize their services again!

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The NVL folks were extremely professional and arrived on time and cleaned up when they left. The wife and I were exceptionally pleased with stone stairway up our back garden and the hundreds of plantings from trees to ferns and junipers to cone flowers. We would use them again and plan to have them do yearly garden maintenance.

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Incredible results because of Northern Virginia Landscaping's knowledge base and responsiveness.We purchased a house that had a raised garden bed near our basement wall, which always allowed water to enter the house during heavy rainstorms. Two previous companies did some work on our house in past years, with lackluster results.I interviewed several companies this year to conquer the continuous problem. Northern Virginia Landscape was the only company willing to take out our raised garden bed and put in a french drain. Like the other companies they wanted to fix the downspout in the neighbor's section and straighten out the drainage hose that was previously laid with great contortions.Northern Virginia Landscape also offered to move my hostas from the old garden bed to the new lower one, before adding stones. But I am so scared of water entering the house, I don't want to water plants in that space, so I opted for just rocks to drain the water.Northern Virginia Landscape was timely and incredibly respectful of the neighbor's garden while working on our project.Northern Virginia Landscape even came out a second time to explain their proposal for a solution, this time to benefit my husband who had been at work the first time.We were fortunate enough to start the project a week after we signed the contract. Even though the company slotted 3 days for the project, they were basically done in 1 day. They returned the next morning for a couple of hours for finishing details.Always informative and patient, they have effectively resolved a worrisome problem we had in our front yard.We highly recommend Northern Virginia Landscaping.

Kimberly Schmidt

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I had a great experience landscaping my yard with Northern Virginia Landscaping. They removed everything in my yard and completely re-landscaped it, and I could not be more happy with the results. Kenesi was the project manager and designed the landscaping. He was always available to answer questions and make changes to the design until I was fully happy with it. Once it was time to install, the team was on time, respectful, and hard working. They paid attention to detail and made sure everything was perfect before completing the project. I also had a sprinkler system installed, and the team NVL hired was excellent. They taught me to use the system and returned to make changes when the sod was not responding well to some of the watering set up. I highly recommend using NVL for any landscaping project.