process
design + build
Our company is exclusively design + build. This means we guide you from the beginning of the planning/design phase and we install your project through the buildout phase. The buildout can include hardscapes, water features, terraces, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, lighting, irrigation and of course plants!
initial visit and consultation
At Waterloo Outdoor, we believe that a thoughtful plan is the foundation of every great project. Our process begins with a phone consultation to discuss your ideas, goals, and the scope of work. During this conversation, we’ll walk you through our design approach and learn more about how you envision using your outdoor space.
Each design is a true collaboration—shaped by your vision, your family’s lifestyle, and your long-term plans for the property. We specialize in blending well-crafted hardscapes with native and adapted plantings, creating outdoor environments that are both beautiful and sustainable.
By focusing on water-wise design and low-maintenance solutions, we ensure your landscape thrives in the Central Texas climate while reflecting the natural character of the Hill Country.
design services
After our initial visit, you will receive a design contract and fee based on the scope of work. An average range for a master landscape plan design is $2,500-$15,000. The design process begins with an analysis of your site. With a plethora of technologies at our fingertips, our architectural designers and construction team will be able to examine (with a little help from you in some instances) existing trees, drainage, privacy considerations, terrain, and patterns of the sun to create a unique design. Design time takes about 2 – 3 weeks to develop the first outline of the Master Plan, and there are usually 1 – 2 iterations of design. During this time, we discuss the details and specific components of the plan, with multiple opportunities for collaboration. When the final design is agreed upon you will receive an estimate for the installation of your design. If you have an HOA application, we will be happy to walk you through the application and documentation process.
build out
We have a $25K – $75K minimum for a phase I installation. We work with trusted gardeners, welders, masons, irrigation specialists, lighting specialists and carpenters to ensure that your project is executed with care, thought and an artful eye.