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 information with you. We think people have the best sense of what will work in...
Rust and Consequences
Steel and Rust In the last decade or so, weathering steel has become a popular material for architectural and landscaping features. This material is an untreated steel alloy that will weather in the elements over time, gaining a rust-like patina. This look can provide an attractive accent in a modern...
Landscaping with Native Plants
Some of our favorite plants to use in landscape designs also happen to be Pacific Northwest natives. These plants are not only well adapted to our region, but they lend the look and feel of our natural surroundings to a designed space. Low Maintenance Natives are a terrific choice for...
Changing Grades
Some of the most challenging, fun, and dramatic transformations we have helped our clients make in their outdoor areas involved dropping or raising the ground levels, or grades. This type of project can be very complicated and can involve moving a large amount of dirt. That said, the results can...
Street Trees and SDOT Requirements
Finishing Up It hardly seems possible, but we are already back to another ideal tree planting season in Seattle. As the cooler temperatures and more frequent rainfall return, conditions are great for giving newly planted trees the best chance of establishing themselves and thriving. Healthy trees are a great asset...
Design-Build in Landscape Architecture
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 values. This connection is more likely to exist in a true design-build firm. At True Scape...
January is for Planning
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 planning. Keep yourself warm during this rainy season by thinking about your projects for the coming...
Bioretention for Storm Water Management
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 requirements. One tool for meeting the need to manage heavy rainfall is the installation of bioretention...