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Landscape Design-Build in Greater Montreal

From concept to final installation, we manage complete outdoor transformations with one team and one timeline.

Our design-build model eliminates the gap between architect plans and contractor execution by keeping both under one roof. The process starts with a discovery meeting where we review your goals, budget range, and timeline. We then produce a concept rendering showing material choices, spatial layout, elevations, and planting zones. Once approved, our crew handles excavation, grading, base preparation, hardscape installation, planting, and final grading in a coordinated sequence. We work with materials sourced from Quebec suppliers -- Permacon and Techo-Bloc pavers, Laurentian granite, local flagstone, and pressure-treated or cedar lumber for structures. For larger projects involving retaining walls over four feet, we coordinate with structural engineers as required by Quebec building codes. Our scheduling accounts for the Montreal construction season, typically mid-April through November, and we sequence work to avoid weather-related delays. Electrical for landscape lighting and plumbing for irrigation are handled by licensed sub-trades we coordinate directly. The design-build approach saves homeowners an average of 15-20 percent compared to hiring separate designers and contractors, and it reduces miscommunication that leads to costly change orders.

Why this service

  • Single point of responsibility
  • Faster execution
  • Cohesive final result

FAQ for this service

What is the advantage of design-build over hiring a designer and contractor separately?

Design-build keeps the entire project under one team, which eliminates finger-pointing between designers and installers, reduces the total timeline by 3-4 weeks on average, and typically saves 15-20 percent in total cost because plans are created with real-world installation efficiency in mind.

How much does a full landscape design-build project cost in Montreal?

Projects range from $15,000 for focused backyard renovations to $80,000 or more for complete property transformations including patios, retaining walls, lighting, planting, and irrigation. We provide a detailed proposal with fixed pricing after the initial site visit and design phase.

Do I need a municipal permit for a landscaping project in Montreal?

Most hardscape and planting projects do not require a permit. However, retaining walls over one meter, structures near property lines, and any work affecting drainage toward adjacent properties may require approval. We check your borough requirements during the design phase and handle permit applications when needed.