| Go see Audrie for great garden design help
This is something Audrie Vander Werf, senior landscaper designer at GardenWorks at Mandeville in Burnaby, sees all the time. There is also a free installation quote," says Vander Werf. "It is always best not to put the cart before the horse. More popular, however, is her "house call" service, which she says includes a thorough site analysis and some general guidelines. With more than 2 decades experience as a garden designer and college landscape instructor, Vander Werf says she often hears from individuals who have started a project, then run into problems and are desperate for a fast solution. "This is great for do-it-yourselfers who need some guidance on where to begin, what to look for or other design solutions. This is generally enough time to review small areas and specific problems. "They are involved throughout the design process. Homeowners who want an entire landscape design done can buy a $799 package that includes a full-scale layout of the area, planting plan and material list. "He now has to decide if he is going pay extra to have the sprinklers moved or settle for a very poor view. "He loved my planting ideas but was frustrated because the sprinklers were already put in place and therefore prevented what could be done. Vander Werf offers a free half-hour in-store consultation, by appointment. This service costs $175 for 90 minutes but clients also receive a 15 per cent store discount card that is valid for six months. Once the plan is done, it can be put in place in stages, with Vander Werf acting as project supervisor, finding a suitable contractor and the purchase of materials. |
Saturday, 5 May 2012
Go see Audrie for great garden design help
