Curvature Landscapes, Inc. - Design Principles

Design Principles

Planning and design – Landscape consultation meeting is the first step and a necessary one to understand the client’s initial needs. We develop a relationship with each client; we assess important views either to accent or screen and learn the client’s style and particular taste and we talk about details such as color and textures.

We develop a landscape design bases on the consultation, site analysis, field notes and measurements.
Soil analysis – Healthy soils grow healthy plants that need less water. Testing the soil for organic matter and nutrient content is important, so you will know what nutrients are lacking, and what minerals, compost or other organic material should be added.
Practical turf areas – Some turf grasses require a tremendous amount of water use. Considering the many drought-tolerant grass types that are available is a key step to planning.
Appropriate plant selection – Appropriate plant selection will keep your landscape in harmony with your local natural environment. The amount of sunlight, soil conditions, terrain, drainage issues all play a part in choosing the appropriate plant for a particular location.
Efficient irrigation – A good irrigation system should give your plants a sufficient amount of water without waste. You will need to consider irrigation that treats different plants zones (turf vs. garden plants vs. trees, e.g.) separately.
Mulching – Proper mulching naturally controls weed populations, prevents soil compaction, and creates favorable conditions for healthy plant life. Mulch layers in flower and shrub beds conserves water by reducing moisture evaporation from the soil.
Maintenance plans – Good maintenance is required to both establish and preserve a healthy and beautiful landscape