Landscape Construction
Integrating Design & Construction :
A Positive Experience From Start To Finish
We are committed to providing excellence in design, construction, and customer service. We work hard to communicate with you throughout the design-build process, so you know exactly what to expect.
Outdoor Structures
Outdoor Structures Make Spaces More Functional, & Inviting
Landscape and garden structures such as arbors, pergolas, trellises and fences are as individual as the homeowner and serve as points of interest in the landscape.
Whether they are simple or elaborate, these landscaping structures can draw us from one outdoor space to another, moving us through gardens or from the front yard to the back yard.
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Use arbors as arches to mark a passageway.
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Design an overhead pergola “roof” to create shade over a patio.
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Trellises covered with vines or flowers can stand alone or cling to the side of a building.
Form & Function: Fences, Decks & Gazebos
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Fences make excellent decorative boundaries, usually with details matching a home or landscape.
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Decks extend indoor spaces, giving you more room for entertaining and relaxation.
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Gazebos beckon as a destination point in the landscape.
Soften The Edges With Vines & Vertical Gardens
All of these structures can support climbing vines and shrubs. Vertical gardens soften the hard edges of the structures and add to the colorful floral displays in any garden.
Live Outdoors With Comfort & Ease
The latest trends for outdoor rooms have expanded to include fireplaces, fire pits, entertainment centers, kitchens, and bars. We have moved beyond the simple deck or back patio. Each outdoor living space is as unique as the family and frequently is an extension of the indoor spaces.
Patios & Walkways
Stunning Stone, Brick & Paver Patios
If there's one thing that distinguishes Calgary Lawn Solutions Landscaping from any other landscape design and construction companies, it's the beautiful design and flawless construction of our patios and hardscapes. Whether they are made of natural stone, classic brick, or concrete pavers, walkways in your yard should be easy to travel. After all, it's all about the journey more than the destination.
Calgary Lawn Solutions' landscaping crews are trained by professionals with 20 years or more of experience building hardscapes. Translation: our crews know their stuff. Whether you prefer the elegance of natural stone, the timelessness of classic brick, or the practical beauty of concrete pavers, we'll help you build the walkway or patio of your dreams.
Landscape Walkway Design Considerations
Width. A landscape walkway should be wide enough for two people to walk side-by-side. Four feet is the minimum for a front entry walkway, but 5 feet is better. Secondary, walkways can be narrower depending on where they are in the yard.
Small yards benefit from straight walkways. Curved sidewalks add interest but are more informal. Don’t overdo curves. That will take away from the overall look. So, consider the style of the home. Do you need to emphasize the front entry? Then perhaps a straight walkway is best. Putting a walkway through a large garden? A meandering walkway in your landscape could feel just right.
Materials. When deciding on walkway materials, take your cue from the home. Red brick? Pavers close in color will make it seem as if the walkway has always been there. Natural Stone? Steppers? Gravel? Poured Concrete? Keep in mind that poured concrete or pavers are more solid and safer to walk on than steppers or gravel.
Sustainable Landscaping
Landscape Design Elements
The award-winning landscaping features low-maintenance grasses, shrubs, and trees. Reducing the lawn area by 50% and installing zone-specific irrigation minimizes the amount of water necessary to keep the landscape healthy. Sustainable landscape design which incorporates boulder walls, terraces, rain gardens and a permeable paver system to capture 98% of the runoff from the roof and other hard surfaces. The level areas and gardens hold the water long enough for it to penetrate the ground. A special type of permeable paver system can provide a fast-draining base for mature trees, leading to a reduced heating and cooling costs by providing shade in summer, and protection from wind in winter.
Southview Design can create a sustainable plan for your landscape. With the right elements, your landscape will have a positive impact on water quality, energy efficiency, and the community.
We are experts at using landscaping best practices to reduce the environmental impact of building and remodeling projects, and to restore air and water quality.
In Our Own Backyard
In addition to our participation in keeping Alberta Green, we look for ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle in our homes and at work. We’ve significantly cut the amount of waste we generate in the office, and we have completed many landscaping projects using permeable pavers and stormwater management practices.
Landscape Design & Build
Commercial Landscape Design & Architecture
A team of professional landscape designers, landscape architects, and design associates provide comprehensive design services.
Construction Excellence & Expertise
We’ll help think through critical site issues that can affect costs and timelines. You can count on us to provide fast, accurate estimating – and to manage all landscape construction, including scheduling and supervising specialty contractors (fence, electricians, plumbers, concrete, etc.).
Professional project managers run our own crews, not subs. This gives us greater control over training, scheduling, and quality. Our qualifications include:
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ICPI-certified for pavers and NCMA-certified for retaining walls
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Expertise in installation of permeable paver systems
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Certified installers for low-voltage lighting
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Landscape construction crews with experience building complex and demanding projects.
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Renovations, enhancements, and new construction
Irrigation Systems
A quality sprinkler system begins with the irrigation design. Calgary Lawn Solutions Landscape irrigation systems in Calgary is a leader in water smart irrigation systems, servicing for both residential and commercial landscapes. Our installation focus is on the commercial and institutional site construction. Calgary Lawn Solutions has been installing high quality residential underground sprinkler systems since 2014. In that time we have completed over 200 projects. Since the beginning we’ve had a simple philosophy to help our business grow: to strive for the highest possible level of customer satisfaction.
After all, there is no easier way for a business thrive than for happy customers passing our name along to their friends and family. To that end we’ve developed the following system for quoting, designing and installing a highly efficient sprinkler system for our clients.
Sod & Grading
Lush, green grass gives the impression of a well taken care of home - especially in Calgary. Whether you need turf for a new construction project, a specific area of your existing yard, or completely starting your lawn over. We provide our clients with freshly cut, Premium Dream Kentucky Bluegrass sod. It is a carefully selected mix of 4 top Kentucky Bluegrass varieties chosen for our southern Alberta climate. Fine bladed with dark green colour. We can handle all of your turf installation needs. Hydroseeding & Drill Seeding are great, affordable landscape alternatives to sod that yields thick lush grass. Calgary Lawn Solutions has continued to keep Alberta green.