The Best Landscape Architects in Washington, D.C.
Discover the very best Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Washington, D.C.
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What is a Landscape Architect?
A Landscape Architect helps design outdoor spaces in a functional and inspiring manner. Anointed by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) as a Professional Landscape Architects (PLA), Landscape Architects are crucial contributors to the built environment and often collaborators with Residential Architects, Custom Home Builders, and Interior Designers to create cohesive home plans that seamlessly blend the best of indoor and outdoor living.
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Featured Landscape Architects in Washington, D.C.
Explore a curated selection of the very best Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Washington, D.C.
Potomac Overlook of McLean, Virginia. Image courtesy of Anice Hoachlander.
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Richardson & Associates
Richardson & Associates is a Landscape Architecture firm in Washington, D.C.
Tudor Revival Residence of Bethesda, Maryland. Image courtesy of John Cole.
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Jordan Honeyman Landscape Architecture
Jordan Honeyman Landscape Architecture is a Landscape Architecture firm in Washington, D.C.
The Friary on the Severn of Annapolis, Maryland. Image courtesy of Sean Shanahan.
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Fritz & Gignoux Landscape Architects
Landscape Architect in Washington, D.C.
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Jordan Honeyman Landscape Architect
Landscape Architect in Washington, D.C.
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Dr. Zach Bush of Charlottesville, Virginia. Image courtesy of OneCommune.
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Monticello of Charlottesville, Virginia. Image courtesy of Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions about working with Landscape Architects and Landscape Designers in Washington, D.C., including common services, fee structures, and more.
WHAT IS THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS (ASLA)?
Established in 1899, the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) is the premier trade association for Landscape Architects throughout the United States.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT AND A LANDSCAPE DESIGNER?
According to the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), the primary difference between Landscape Architects and Landscape Designers comes down to level of education, licensing, and scope of work. As opposed to Landscape Designers, Landscape Architects are required to have a graduate or undergraduate degree in Landscape Architecture and hold an active license in the jurisdiction in which they practice. Further, Landscape Designers are unable to work on projects that require construction, grading, or specific technical knowledge like stormwater management or native planting management that could have significant environmental impact.
HOW DO I FIND A GOOD LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT AND LANDSCAPE DESIGNER IN WASHINGTON, D.C.?
The best way to find a reputable Landscape Architect or Landscape Designer in Washington, D.C. is to ask friends who have recently worked with a Landscape Architect or Landscape Designer on a recent project, such as a new home build or landscape project. Depending on the scope of work, you may need to hire a Landscape Architect instead of a Landscape Designer. Once you have a list of recommended Landscape Architects and Landscape Designers, conduct interviews with each candidate and ask to review examples of recently completed projects of similar scope listed by address. Finally, ensure your Landscape Architect or Landscape Designer holds the proper licensing and credentials to complete the project. As an example, Landscape Architects in Washington, D.C. must hold be registered with the The District of Columbia Board of Architecture, Interior Design, and Landscape Architecture, which is supervised by the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA).
DOES A LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS AND LANDSCAPE DESIGNERS HAVE TO BE LICENSED IN WASHINGTON, D.C.?
Yes. All Landscape Architects in Washington, D.C. must be licensed the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA).
WHAT ARE COMMON SERVICES PROVIDED BY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS AND LANDSCAPE DESIGNERS?
Landscape Architects provide a variety of services, including but not limited to: hardscape design, garden design, site design and master planning, irrigation and water management, outdoor lighting and kitchen design, pool and spa design and seasonal maintenance. For those building a custom home, consider hiring a landscape architect to consult with your architect and builder early on in the process.
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