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3D Landscape Design & Google Sketchup

Do you have trouble imagining what a landscape design will actually look like? 3D landscape designs can help. Below are some examples of drawings done this way. Take a look...I am sure you will agree that this type of drawing is a great visual tool.

In addition, you can see what different paving materials can look like. It's easy to interchange them. This is just an example of how changes are easily made.

Take a look at these 3D images!

3D landscape designs can help you visualize your project.

This was quite challenging to design, but it was well worth it. When I design two level patios in 2D, you really cannot see what is happening in regards to different heights. However, this 3D design shows a true image of what the patio would look like.

I also showed the clients what it would look like in bluestone with natural stone walls. Also see Raised Patios

This is another 3D landscape design rendering, done in Google Sketchup, but it is a front yard planting design. Although not shown here, you can zoom in to get a closer look of the plants, trees, walkway, etc. Different views can be captured so that the design can be seen from all angles.

Types of plants can be changed to show a different look if desired. The only downside is that the exact representation of all plants is not available...yet. But the images are very close in look. The plant sizes are exact as this can be adjusted in the Sketchup 3D landscape design software.

I had a lot of fun with this design. There is so much going on.

swimming pool with tanning shelf - notice the raised area of the pool
fire pit - to sit by the pool and enjoy the fire in the evenings
outdoor kitchen - this is its own area for the chef and guests
pergola - to create shade in the kitchen area
multi-level deck - this provides an easy transition to the pool level
glass railings to keep the view to the pool area open
plantings - the 3D design really shows off in this area
retaining walls - view the different levels

A 3D backyard landscape design done in Sketchup.

Creating raised patios takes knowledge of specific elevations to do it right. In this design, a hot tub was included along with steps to a lower patio, a shed, walkways and plantings.

In addition, privacy plants were needed but there was not a lot of space. Arborvitae, which are narrow evergreens were chosen for the tight spaces.

This is an animated video of the first 3D design on this page at the top, and it includes a seat wall. I can provide 3D images and/or various types of animations of your project! For more information on this interesting design format, please visit my page 3D Garden Design.

If you are using Sketchup yourself and want some help, try Daniel Tal's book Google Sketchup For Site Design. I have three different Sketchup books and his is by far the best.

An English Garden in 3D

A formal garden done in 3D with plantings and brick walkways. Is this a hardscape design with some plantings, or is it a planting design with walkways?!

Two level bluestone patio in 3D Sketchup.

This is another 3D landscape design of a two level raised patio. The paving is bluestone. Notice the planters in place of railings.

If you are interested in a professional landscape design send me some detailed photos of your house and property. Then let's have a conversation about what you are looking for!

All 3D designs are drawn to scale. This means that all plants, planting beds, walkways and other elements may be measured on the design and easily installed. In addition, a complete plant list is provided, including names, quantities, and suggested planting sizes.

Recognitions - awards, testmonials, and press

Please contact me with questions or for further information!

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