The Best Landscape Architects in Virginia
Discover the very best Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Virginia, including Charlottesville, Virginia, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Virginia, Loudoun County, Virginia, Virginia Beach, Virginia, Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, and Virginia Hunt Country
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Our Editorial Standard for Design Professionals
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CRITERIA #1
Local Heritage
Our network is built around locally owned and operated firms whose understanding of regional landscapes, materials, and architectural traditions defines their work.
CRITERIA #2
Boutique Approach
We feature firms that embody the ideals of a boutique practice — where the founder or principal remains personally involved, ensuring quality, character, and craftsmanship in every project.
CRITERIA #3
Demonstrated Expertise
We recognize firms whose portfolio of completed work demonstrates a focus on residential design, a mastery of a distinct style, and a commitment to thoughtful presentation.
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Featured Virginia Landscape Architects
Explore a curated selection of the very best Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Virginia
Hunt Country Cabin of Middleburg, Virginia. Image courtesy of Peak Visuals.
Modern Mountain Retreat of Flint Hill, Virginia. Image courtesy of John Cole.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA
Gregg Bleam Landscape Architects
Gregg Bleam Landscape Architects is a Landscape Architecture Firm in Charlottesville, Virginia
Langley Farms Colonial of McLean, Virginia. Image courtesy of David Burroughs.
MCLEAN, VIRGINIA
Goffin Gardens
Marcia Fryer Landscape Designs is a Landscape Design Firm in Richmond, Virginia
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The Homes of Virginia
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Power Rankings
Discover the top trending Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Virginia
3). meddō
5). Cite Design
6). Horn & Co.
7). Jessica Primm
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Blandemar Farm Estate of Charlottesville, Virginia. Image courtesy of Darren Setlow.
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Charlottesville, Virginia
Discover the very best Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Charlottesville, Virginia
Modern Mountain Retreat of Flint Hill, Virginia. Image courtesy of John Cole.
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Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley
Discover the very best Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley
Waverly of McLean, Virginia. Image courtesy of Townsend Visuals.
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Northern Virginia
Discover the very best Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Northern Virginia
Hunt Country Cabin of Middleburg, Virginia. Image courtesy of Peak Visuals.
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Virginia Hunt Country
Discover the very best Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Virginia Hunt Country
Windsor Farms Revival of Richmond, Virginia. Image courtesy of Ansel Olson.
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Richmond, Virginia
Discover the very best Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Richmond, Virginia
Reverie Farm of Round Hill, Virginia. Image courtesy of KM Digital.
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Loudoun County, Virginia
Discover the very best Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Loudoun County, Virginia
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Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions about working with Landscape Architects, Landscape Designers, and Landscape Contractors in Virginia, 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.
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) and the Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects, 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. Landscape Architects often work in collaboration with Landscape Designers and Landscape Contractors to execute the vision of an outdoor space or landscape.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO FIND A GOOD LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT IN VIRGINIA?
The best way to find a reputable Landscape Architect in Virginia is to ask friends who have recently purchased new homes for recommendations. Once you have a list of Landscape Architects, conduct interviews with each candidate and ask to review examples of their completed work. Finally, ensure your Landscape Architect is licensed as Landscape Architect in Virginia with the Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects, which is supervised by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR).
DO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS IN VIRGINIA HAVE TO BE LICENSED?
Yes. All Landscape Architects in Virginia must be licensed with the Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects.
WHAT ARE COMMON SERVICES PROVIDED BY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS?
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. Landscape Architects can also work in collaboration with Civil Engineers, Architects, and Custom Home Builders to help develop a home site plan that conforms to local building codes.
WHAT IS A LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR?
A Landscape Contractor is a service provider hired or sub-contracted by a Landscape Designer or Landscape Architect to execute the built environment. From bespoke gardens and landscapes to hardscape elements like pools and patios, Landscape Contractors play a pivotal role in bringing schematic designs and conceptual drawings to life under the direction and supervision of a Landscape Architect or Landscape Designer.
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