The Land Connect

Todd and his team provided a design for our space in a timely and professional manner. Our original intention was to utilize The Land Connect from design to project completion, but due to unforeseen economic circumstances, we only utilized the their design services. Todd was understanding of the situation and we're hopeful we can reengage Spring 2021 as the design they created is inspiring and has us excited about new uses for our space. - Tath and Victoria

I would recommend Todd and his team at DRG to anyone. They did a flawless job and I am enjoying spending time in my new outdoor oasis. Their attention to detail and desire to make our yard a place of relaxation and enjoyment was evident from day one. They installed an amazing natural gas fire pit which has become my new hangout spot just about ever day of the week. Prior to DRG we had no way to get from our porch to our yard...they installed a set of matching stairs so it looked like it was original with the house. The engineered an entirely new space for us which was just a sloping hill of dirt before they started. Between the fire pit, my bubbling rock/waterfall, and the countless other things Todd and his team did for us, I am very grateful, and loving spending time as a family in our newest addition to our home. Thank you to DRG - without your expertise my yard would just be a yard; you have made it a tranquil environment which I never want to leave.

I have had 4 major landscaping projects done over the years. This was, by far, my worst experience. I was told the project would be completed within a month when I signed the contract. I told Todd that this timeline was extremely important, and one of the reasons I went with DRG. They took more than a month to START the project. I sent numerous emails over this time frame and was told several times that the start date was ___, only to have them not show up, with no explanation. In the end, it took approximately 4 months to complete. Todd was timely about one thing only, and that was picking up the checks. In terms of the project itself, it was a disaster. They did not measure the space accurately, so they would change things without my consent. A major feature of my project was a $10,000 fountain. We had discussed board form. I came home to an ugly cement stucco fountain. I was told we could not go back to board form. Really? You changed a $10,000 design element without even asking? That is just one example. Almost literally every aspect of the process was disappointing. The process was exasperating. I was lied to constantly. There was no communication between people coming to work on the project. I never saw Todd again after the initial meeting. I could go on. I don't think I've ever written a negative review in my life, but I've also never had an experience like this and hope you don't either.

We hired DRG back in May of 2013 to build a large engineered retaining wall (150' x 15') which holds up our backyard and swimming pool. This was not an easy feat as our house is in the NW Hills and access was very limited. I won't say this project didn't have it's oh *hit* moments, but when it came to the final inspection by the city, our engineer and geotechnical engineer, all was good, and that's what counts, other than we were very, very happy! DRG then completed the paver deck around our pool, a dog area with dog turf, two smaller retaining walls, a beautiful new pool shed, fencing, railing and a spectacular cantilevered deck over the new wall with a built in hot tub and a one of a kind Fire Place by Bu-Kai Design.

Todd Kroger and his DRG team was a pleasure to work with at the 2013 Yard, Garden and Patio Show. Their work ethic and attention to detail at their display garden was tremendous and it was truly well received by the general public. I highly recommend DRG for any upcoming design/build projects you have in mind.

I had no experience hiring a design lanscaper so just did the old fashioned Google search and looked for the company with the best reviews. I came across a few but none that had as many great reviews as DRG. I called and spoke with Todd K and told him what I was thinking about doing to my backyard. He set up an appointment to come out. My first impression of DRG and Todd were very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. He listened to my concerns and what I wanted. When he gave me a quote and it was more that I wanted to spend and he worked with me to get to where I was happy with the finances. I trusted his ideas and opinions and within a few weeks the project had begun. His team was courteous, clean and effective. The project is done with a few minor additions I keep adding and I am so excited to sit out on my beautiful patio and have the fire pit going and know the quality and longevity of my investment are the best! I highly recommend DRG and Todd.

Todd at DRG listened carefully to my wishes for a complete redesign of my yard and presented a wonderful plan. All of his employees were hardworking and very professional, dealing with rain and wet soil as they pulled out existing plants and lawn. We marveled at their workmanship as they installed a paver patio and pathway, sloping gently away from the house. The fence and raised beds look awesome. Most of the new plants are doing beautifully, and the couple who didn't survive the winter were replaced, as per our one year replacement guarantee in the contract. My soil has blue clay, and presents special problems, but the end result is magnificent. I can't praise his work enough. And he also coordinates weekly maintenance for me.

I am registered Landscape Architect and have provided professional design services to Design Resource Group. DRG's team provides the highest quality landscape Design/Build services in the Pacific Northwest. Todd's education in landscape architecture ensures that the design will be implemented as envisioned by the designer. He is a creative and thoughtful contractor who puts the client first and appreciates great design.