The planning process
It all begins with an idea and we are here to bring your idea(s) to life! Ask yourself what would make you enjoy your backyard even more. Think about what experience you want to have every time you step outside into your beautifully redesigned outdoor living space.
How can we enhance your outdoor space to enjoy with family and friends? What private oasis can we dream up so you to sneak away to and relax? Or perhaps you want to extend your indoor living space to the outside. Just leave it to us and we will create your MC worx Masterplan, bringing you one step closer to seeing it all happen right before your eyes.
Now the fun parts begins! Starting a new project is very exciting and always begins with a visit to your home/the project grounds and an interview with you to assess your needs and figure out what is feasible. I’ll ask you about your dream backyard or outdoor living space. What you visualize and how you hope to utilize it. I will also give you my suggestions on what I think might work well in your space and we will brainstorm together to make sure we don’t miss any opportunities. Then together we will start to create your amazing exterior project/outdoor master plan.
Backyards and outdoor living spaces can be anything you want them to be, so I can’t wait to hear about your dream outdoor living space and help make it a reality.
The Consultation
For the first consultation I will come out for a complimentary site survey. I’ll look at your outdoor space and talk to you about what you envision. I bring my sketchbook with me from the very beginning and start drawing up ideas right then and there. I will also have a list of questions. If you would like to prep for them in advance please download here and fill out (pdf file).
The Design
If you like what you see and we decide to proceed with the design process, I will ask for a deposit to render services. The amount is contingent upon the size of your outdoor space and the complexity of the design. I work with a flat fee so there will never be any surprises. Additional fees can arise if the scope of work changes, but we will always discuss such changes and fees in advance.
My design packages include a full 3D rendered document of your property with views from every angle. An animated “fly-by” video from all aspects of the design, a technical measurement floorplan, and a library of all plants used in the design elements. We will always work together during this process and will continue to do so until you are satisfied with the final design/renderings.
Realization
Once you have received the final approved design, there are two options. You can take my fully integrated contractor’s design package and summit it to a hardscape of your choice or I can connect you with the hardscape contractors that I work with. To execute my designs I have chosen to partner with Ivy Creek Landscapes and Outdoor Living Solutions NC out of Charlotte. We work very well together and we know each other’s procedures and trusted work ethics. Please visit the links above to see the awesome work they do!
Consultation visit/call
This is a complimentary appointment. You can choose a phone or video call or I can come out to see your property and talk about all the possibilities. I will bring my sketchbook and together we can start to visualize your dream space.
Commitment fee
Pricing varies depending on the size of the outdoor space and the size of the project. I will give you can estimate, but once you decide to commit, we have a $500 commitment fee. This will be rolled into the final pricing.
Residential exterior design
Design pricing ranges from $750 to $2500 per design. You will receive 5 images, 1 “fly-through” video (on our YouTube channel), a planting guide/lay out, and a contractor’s floor plan with precise measurements.
Constructional visuals
These vary depending on the size of the project. When applicable we supply 8 images, 1 “fly-by” video (on YouTube.com), and a contractor’s floorplan with precise measurements.
Masterplan
The complete MC Worx Masterplan of your property is provided for a flat fee based on the size of the outdoor space.
Up to 0.5-acre lot: $750
0.5 – 1-acre lot : $1500
1 - 1.5-acre lot: $1750
2 - 3-acre lot: $2500