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DESIGN SERVICES

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the COMPLETE PACKAGE

This comprehensive master plan design covers everything from the initial on-site visit to the complete 3-D renderings and conceptual CAD design documents you will need to break ground on your project.

Complete package includes:​

  • On-site client meeting

    • Discuss client needs, issues and overall vision for the design.​

    • Site walk to reveal special requirements & design opportunities. 

  • Detailed site measurements (on-site visit)

    • ​Measurements taken of all existing structures.

    • Record locations of all existing vegetation and topographic elements.

  • Base map 

    • Base map created from measurements of the design area including all structures and existing plant material and locations.

    • Base map created in CAD (computer aided design).

  • Conceptual design

    • A 2-D and 3-D conceptual design is created for the space, to scale. 

    • Conceptual design will indicate locations of proposed site improvements and plant material.

  • Proposed plant list

    • Plant list based on client's input and site specific requirements.

    • Includes name, quantity, size, and water use of each plant proposed. 

  • Plant brief packet

    • Individual description of all proposed plants that includes color photos, sun, habitat and water requirements  

  • ​Sun location assessment

    • ​This report will display the sun’s position on the property for the calendar year to aid in new plant and structure selection & placement.

    • Sun location info overlaid with photos of the design area for clarity.

  • Client meeting (design review) 

    • Review conceptual design and plant list.

    • Discuss any changes to be made to the design.

  • Revisions 

    • 2 rounds of revisions to the design based on client feedback.

  • Delivery of final plan (CAD) 

    • ​This will include final size and locations of all site elements and plant material. Documents to be delivered below.

      • 1 – 24” x 36” paper copy + digital copy of the base map

      • 1 – 24” x 36” paper copy + digital copy of the final master plan

      • 1 – 24” x 36” paper copy + digital copy of the planting plan

      • 1 –  Comprehensive plant list

      • 1 –  Plant Brief packet providing relevant details of each plant

      • 1 –  Notes page detailing key design elements and clarifications

      • 1 –  Sun location assessment

      • 3-D flythrough video and still shots of final design. (example)

Timeline

Following receipt of the signed contract and deposit, final design documents are typically delivered within 6–8 weeks, depending on the client's meeting availability and the number of requested revisions.

Cost

​The cost of a complete design package depends upon the size and scope of an individual property and design needs. So, reach out and we'll be happy to set up an on-site visit in order to establish a design quote tailored to your specific needs. 

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If you are not quite ready to commit to a Complete Design Package, consider a design consultation. Our Design Consultation package is a personalized, on-site walk-through of your property that will provide you with expert guidance and ideas to help you define the vision and direction for your future outdoor space. 

GET IN TOUCH:

Tel: 415-895-8081

Email: charlie@tropicalidesign.com

Novato, CA 94949

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