·about us
Modern Landscape Architecture – Design / Build
We love crisp mornings on the job site and the satisfaction of solving the “unsolvable” challenge. We love discovering just the right materials to reflect the personality and lifestyle of a family. We love to work with clients who are engaged in the design process and value a job done with excellence from beginning to end.
A truly beautiful landscape is one that functions flawlessly, from positive drainage to water conservation, from a shaded lunch spot to a bonfire hideaway. Your outdoor space should be an extension of you and your home. We ask specific questions to understand your daily routines and needs, so your new space feels perfectly natural and something you can be proud of.
True Scape Design was founded in order to simplify the complicated relationship between concept and reality. We use our installation knowledge to create viable designs that stay on budget, but we remain open to new inspirations even after an installation is underway. We navigate projects through the rules, regulations, and roadblocks from first imaginings to finishing touches.
Our work transforms the face of our city, and we strive to make your home the highlight of your neighbors’ daily stroll. We strive constantly to learn the ins and outs of every complicated building code and city rule, so we can keep the neighbors and inspectors happy while bringing new ideas to life.
Innovation reigns supreme at True Scape Design. From the latest technology to an inspiring color combination, we’re open to discovering and defining what’s next. We work with builders and homeowners who want to push landscape design forward into something new and refreshing. Our primary focus is in the development of modern or contemporary landscapes.
Houzz Review from Codi Nelson Nate and the team at True Scape Designs are amazing to work with. Top-notch customer service and excellent at what they do. Highly recommended!
Houzz Review from Megan Fitzgerald I had a great experience working with the True Scape Design team to renovate the back yard of my townhome. This was a small, awkward, overgrown space that Joe’s team helped to make into a nice, livable backyard. They listened to what I wanted and
·our process
Our Clients Want an Immersive Process We’re continually learning new ways to transform outdoor spaces and create life-changing events outside your home. Part of that journey is how we present and go over design-related
The battle between sustainability and usability Regain hero status with the kids by being able to connect and play as you should. The Problems You want to help save the environment, but you also
As winter fades and spring shows up, the days get longer and homeowners start thinking about spending more time outside, and upgrading their own outdoor spaces. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to find
Shared Values With a real connection between the designer and the installation crew on the ground, projects can go very smoothly. Everyone on the project knows and understands the design characteristics that the company
Planning for the Year Ahead January can be a slow time of year for gardening and landscaping, with the days still short and the temperatures low. Less time digging outside allows more time for
Powerful Planters Modern landscape designs frequently feature raised or modular planters as a way to add interest and solve certain design challenges. Outdoor decks, terraces, porches, balconies, and even standard planting beds can use
The weather has cooled off and the sun is going down much earlier here above the 47th parallel. Irrigation systems are winterized, fall maintenance is finished up, and the holidays are coming soon. Winter
What the heck is a Bioretention Facility? As we have mentioned in a post or two already, much of the work we do for new developments and construction in Seattle revolves around stormwater management
When is the Best Time for Planting? A tree is likely the most important planting in any landscape project, not to mention the most expensive. It pays to give it the best chance possible
There is a lot to enjoy about the fall season. Leaves are changing color, school is back in session, the heat and smoke from wildfires have subsided, and brown lawns are greening up
What are Green Roofs? While there is a long history of roofs featuring living plants, modern green roofs are becoming a more common feature in new construction in the Puget Sound region and across
Patio Season It’s summer in the Puget Sound region! Now is the time to take advantage of the dry weather by entertaining and spending time in your outdoor space. A well-conceived and constructed patio
The Xeriscaping Style Xeriscaping is a way of landscaping based on principles of low water consumption. The style originated in the arid Southwest, but has been adapted for other regions of the country. It
Why is Coverage So Poor? Conventional irrigation systems perform at about 60% efficiency, mostly due the need for coverage over irregularly shaped areas. This leads to lawns with brown spots, certain plants out performing other s·share