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Some Information About MeWhy did I create this site? Hi....my name is Susan. I am a Landscape Designer with a degree in Landscape Architecture. I have been designing landscapes for both residential and commercial properties for over ten years. I first became interested in Landscape Architecture when I visited the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens and came upon the most beautiful landscape tree that I ever saw. It was a very old Beech tree, huge and majestic. Over time, I have not only developed my own unique style, but I also have gathered a great deal of experience and knowledge. I decided I would like to share what I know with others who have an interest in Landscape Design. By the way, the images you find on this site are my own projects and designs, unless they are of individual plants or otherwise noted! While looking around on the internet, I did find information on Landscape Design. However, most of what I found dealt in theory, the same theory I learned at Rutgers University. Yet for most people, this theory is not practical. I'm sure you can understand the term "balance". But how do you actually create that in a design? Likewise, you might have heard of the term "repetition"....but where do you repeat in the garden? How many times do you repeat a plant, or even a group of plants? So I decided to write about landscape design in ways that could be followed. It's true that every property, house, and landscape is different. But I have found certain techniques that work in similar situations. They just have to be tweaked individually. I lived in the New Jersey and the New York area almost Fall in Virginia Photo by Susan Schlenger I have won many awards for my designs and truly enjoy Landscape Design. I work in 3D, in addition to my landscape architectural drawings. It's intriguing to see the design come to life in 3D. I think you'll agree! Please enjoy this site. If you would like to learn even more about me, read about the awards I have received and see many of my projects, you may do so by visiting my other website. Thanks for visiting! SusanReturn From About Me to Home Page
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all my life. And then 3 1/2 years ago, I re-located to Virginia. I love it here. The majority of the plants that can be used are the same in both areas, with the exception of a few here and there. The hardscape materials are no different and people still love landscaping in Virginia!