--- title: "Landshapes — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/landshapes-pfvwus-pf~1007683329 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1007683329.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: Landshapes category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c7d3dc7404667e13_3356-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Richmond, Vermont 05477, United States" latitude: 44.3873 longitude: -72.9533 phone: "(802) 434-3500" website: http://landshapes.net/ rating: 5 review_count: 11 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 189 last_updated: 2026-09-22 --- # Landshapes Original Houzz profile: [Landshapes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/landshapes-pfvwus-pf~1007683329) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Richmond, VT - **Serves:** Burlington, Essex, South Burlington, Colchester, Essex Junction, Williston, Waterbury, Jericho, Hinesburg, Richmond, Huntington, Underhill Center, Jonesville, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (11 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2020), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Landshapes of greater New England has been providing exceptional landscaping services to residents for over 20 years. From complete landscaping design and architecture to lawn and garden maintenance programs, to extensive hardscape designs with beautiful stone walls and walkways, Landshapes simplifies the outdoor beautification process. We tailor our landscaping designs to bring out the strengths of the outdoor area that we are working with. You will find it evident in our past landscape projects that we’re a cut above the rest when it comes to the creativity that we can provide. Whether it be new gardens with beautiful perennials, trees, and shrubs or an intricate hardscape design featuring majestic stone walls, walkways and patios. The professionals on our staff are held to the highest regard within our industry. We always aim to exceed our customers’ expectations when it comes to the landscaping services we provide. Vermont based Landshapes works year around, and more than half of our staff is OSHA certified. When we perform our landscaping jobs, our highly trained staff always performs best practices when it comes to safety and the well being of your yard or commercial property. Our landscaping services and product offerings are competitively priced, and you will always get a landscape or hardscape that will be the envy of your neighborhood when you choose Landshapes for your landscaping projects. ### Services Provided - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Custom Fire Pits - Custom Water Features - Brick Masonry - Brush Clearing - Concrete Construction - Excavating - Land Leveling & Grading - Landscape Lighting Installation - Landscape Maintenance - Lawn Care - Lawn Mowing - Lawn Seeding - Masonry - Mulching - Outdoor Fireplace Construction - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Outdoor Lighting Installation - Patio Construction - Paver Installation - Planting - Retaining Wall Construction - Rototilling - Site Preparation - Sod Installation - Tree Planting - Tree Pruning - Tree Removal ### Areas Served - Burlington - Essex - South Burlington - Colchester - Essex Junction - Williston - Waterbury - Jericho - Hinesburg - Richmond - Huntington - Underhill Center - Jonesville - Maine - Massachusetts - New Hampshire - New York ### Typical Job Cost $80,000 - 2 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Landshapes | | Address | Richmond, Vermont 05477, United States | | Phone | (802) 434-3500 | | Website | http://landshapes.net/ | | Followers on Houzz | 189 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/Landshapes/476501595704554 - Blog — http://landshapes.net/blog ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Landshapes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/landshapes-pfvwus-pf~1007683329) - **Website:** http://landshapes.net/ - **Phone:** (802) 434-3500 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2020), for Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 11 reviews** ### All 11 reviews **★★★★★ — Mick Muscat, Nov. 2016** > Working with the folks from Landshapes was one of the best contractor/customer experiences l have had. Their knowledge, professionalism and quality of work was outstanding. Even after completion of the work they were right there to ensure the more than 200 plants survived the ultra dry Summer. Even been back to help prep for the Winter. I would highly recommend them to anyone considering a high end landscaping project. Well worth the money **★★★★★ — Mark Heinrich, Nov. 2016** > Landshapes is first class outfit! They did an outstanding job on my new lawn and landscaping. When a few of the plants didn't make it, they were there to replace them and make things as good or better than they were before. I could not have been more pleased with their professionalism and follow through! **★★★★★ — Trowel Trades Supply, March 2016** > Landshapes is unprecedented in their commitment to the trade and the quality of their work. They are the largest outfit in the area and can get the job done under any circumstance. From large scale commercial projects to residential ponds, they continually deliver exceptional work on every project they're involved. **★★★★★ — The Lighting House, March 2016** > Landshapes has always done beautiful landscaping work, working with them has been a pleasure. With their professional designs and beautiful landscaping work combined with our exterior landscape lighting options we are able to work together to create wonderful outdoor living spaces, walk ways, and even water features! The lights are a great way to high-light their beautiful landscaping work! **★★★★★ — salliewp01, Feb. 2015** > Landshapes has taken care of my high end personable properties from soup to nuts for many years in all different aspects. Estate management, weekly lawn cutting, garden maintenance, design, installation of design and more. Landshapes has exceeded my expectations in every way. My most recent project, my second large project with Landshapes, was a difficult one. We purchased a lot and built on a compromising slope. Many retaining walls were necessary in addition to stone pathways, entry ways, and more. I had a very particular vision as to the feeling I wanted my property to be: Colorado rocky mtn with an alpine feeling. I did not know how to achieve that, it was a HUGE project, and I wanted no maintenance. The designer listened to every word I had to say and came up with a plan that exceeded my expectations. The Landshapes crew that did the stone work and our stone driveway are artists, they worked hard, long hot hours in the heat, and very easy to get along with, as are everyone else at Landshapes. My stone work is unique. My goals were over achieved by the team, I still employ Landshapes for Estate management and more. A great company!! I highly reccomend Landshapes out of Richmond, VT. **★★★★★ — komenhasse, Feb. 2015** > Landshapes was referred to us by a friend who was very pleased with their work. The landscape design involved cleaning out some overgrowth, plantings near our house, garage, and in our front yard, lawn contouring and planting around the house, an asphalt driveway and paver walkways for the house and garage. > > We had a general idea of what we wanted, Manny listened to our ideas and presented us with a design and plants that suited our needs. The crew was friendly, courteous and efficient and willing to help with a small project I was working on at the time. > > Manny made several follow up visits after the completion of the project. **★★★★★ — wilsoje, Feb. 2015** > DESIGN > After reviewing designs from several landscaping professionals and not finding any that suited me, I stumbled on the fact that Landshapes won a recent award for creative designs. After all, this is the single most important factor when planning a landscaping project of any significant size and expense. The moment I laid eyes on the design I knew this was what I had been looking for. Family and friends all had the same opinion when comparing with the alternative designs. Landshapes was the first and only landscaping firm to listen to what I was asking for and translate that into design. I know these were going to be people I could work with and awarded them the contract for construction. > > CONSTRUCTION > A Landshapes team was put together that included the designer and the plan for construction was well laid out and executed flawlessly. My opinion was asked anytime alternatives presented themselves rather than the contractor deciding for me. The team was, friendly, knowledgeable and professional. > > RESULT > As much as I liked the design, the results exceeded my expectations as well as those of my family, friends and neighbors. I receive many compliments and several people have asked for Landshapes contact information to pursue designs for their own homes. I highly recommend Landshapes. **★★★★★ — marymace, Jan. 2015** > When we decided that we had to replace an old high long retaining wall and steps that separated two levels of lawn in front of our house, we wanted to find a landscaping company to design a beautiful system that would enhance our property and complement the house. We interviewed many people. We liked Landshapes' previous work. We hoped that they could rebuild the wall and stairs and deal with a huge stump whose roots had grown into the old wall and ledge in the south end of the yard. > The upper garden was slopped downward. Landshapes' stone masons and designers are truly artists , The stonework for the wall and stairs is unique, elegant and strong. The solution for the stump is lovely, and the curving wall ties perfectly into the ledge in the south yard. The landscaping for the upper and lower areas is beautiful. We were consulted as work progressed. Everyone was conscientious and friendly. As a bonus we had some help replanting and designing our new garden. We are very pleased and happy. It was a pleasure dealing with everyone. **★★★★★ — gardenqun, Jan. 2015** > We have worked with Landshapes on more than one occasion and couldn't be any more pleased with how our projects turn out. > Our latest challenge was finding a natural-looking "berm" solution for replacing dead and diseased trees lining the street-facing side of our property. Landshapes did just that! Their design was exceptionally thoughtful and incorporated features that were important to us from specific trees and plants - to boulders - to the actual shape of the berm. The crew is a joy to work with. They are extremely knowledgeable and friendly, too. **★★★★★ — Calina Raphael, Jan. 2015** > I first contracted Landshapes 5 years ago and they continue to be my first call whenever I have a project that I want done right the first time. They installed a spectacular swimming pond that has transformed our property and our lives! We have also worked with them on several other hardscape projects as well as bed design and tree installment. From design to maintenance, they have always been professional, responsive and very easy to work with. This team is creatively gifted and when paired with their expertise and work ethic, they are hard to beat. Over the past several years I've gotten to know many of the team and they are simply nice people who want to do quality work and make people happy. This is evident in their customer service as well. I've never had a concern that wasn't addressed and resolved very quickly and easily and my phone calls and emails are always promptly returned. Love these guys! **★★★★★ — we4356, Jan. 2015** > We were extremely pleased (blown away!) by the quality, professionalism, and speed to which our wall and new front walk were completed! Then they came back and brought heavy boulders and lighting to complete the entire front landscape. We plan to work with them in the future, which says it all! Highly recommend! ## Selected projects - [Englesby House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/englesby-house-pj-vj~1987461) - Location: Burlington, VT - Photos: 28 - Description: Designed in 1914 by Wilder and White, Architects, of New York City, the original owner of this property was Dr. William Englesby. In 1956 the house was willed to the University of Vermont. It served as a dormitory for twenty-seven women students until the new president of UVM, John Fey, arrived in 1958 and the university remodeled the house to serve as his residence. It has since been occupied by succeeding UVM presidents. This was an intriguing space to design due to the rarity of such a large… - [Charlotte Vermont Property With Water Feature](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/charlotte-vermont-property-with-water-feature-pj-vj~787016) - Location: Charlotte, VT - Photos: 14 - Description: This home's location high on a steep slope maximizes the property's dramatic views. Corinthian granite was used for the retaining walls that were essential in working with the site's extreme grade change between the front and the back. A spacious driveway constructed of Unilock concrete pavers, with a granite inlay detail that defines the various areas, creates an inviting entry. Terraces with stone stair cases were necessary to allow access to the back, and provide additional outdoor living spa… - [Mallets Bay Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mallets-bay-terrace-pj-vj~1604141) - Location: Colchester, VT - Photos: 24 - Description: The client had two small decks on the back of his lake front home on Mallets Bay, and wanted to expand his outdoor living space by adding a patio. The existing steep slope made it necessary for a terrace to level and expand the grade in the back, raising it an average of 4 feet. However, the client did not want traditional retaining walls, but requested a natural flowing slope. Additionally, we needed to blend the contemporary architecture of the home with a new and flowing landscape. To retain… - [Essex Vermont Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/essex-vermont-home-pj-vj~827848) - Location: Essex, VT - Photos: 17 - Description: This traditional style home is situated at the base of a large slope. With the addition of a South Bay Quartzite stone retaining wall, we were able to expand the usable space in the back of the house. The client wanted a large space for entertaining, and selected concrete pavers for the patio. A paver inlay detail defines various areas and breaks-up the expansive space. The main gathering area is focused around an impressive stone fireplace flanked by wood storage bins. Stone slab stairs lead up… - [West Charlotte Property With Fire Pit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-charlotte-property-with-fire-pit-pj-vj~787006) - Location: Charlotte, VT - Photos: 21 - Description: A comprehensive design incorporated the clients' wish for an alpine style landscape that would be low maintenance, complement the home's modern architecture with accents of rustic natural materials, address the site's significant grade changes, and maintain the spectacular views. Retaining walls with stone stair cases and terraced plantings created outdoor living spaces. The retaining walls were constructed of the same fieldstone and granite blend as the home's facade. Native boulders were also… - [Vermont Mountain Top Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vermont-mountain-top-home-pj-vj~855439) - Location: Hinesburg, VT - Photos: 15 - Description: This log construction home is on a mountain top with spectacular views of the Champlain Valley, Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks. A comprehensive design incorporated the client's wish to maintain views, complement the home's rustic architecture and create a lush landscape, despite the harsh site conditions and extensive ledge rock. Substantial amounts of topsoil and a series of retaining walls created terraced livable spaces. Irregular bluestone walkways and terrace, with granite cobblestone d… - [Vermont Pools and Spas](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vermont-pools-and-spas-pj-vj~789356) - Location: Richmond, VT - Photos: 16 - Description: Landshapes offers the exclusive line of San Juan fiberglass pools and spas. As a San Juan regional dealer, we can provide our customers with the highest quality fiberglass pools and spas available on the market. These pools are so strong that you can actually freeze them and turn them into ice skating rinks. Most pool installations are completed in under a week. We can also design your pool equipment so that you have a maintenance free pool. By adding a salt water chlorinator, a UV light, and an… - [On The Mad River, Moretown VT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/on-the-mad-river-moretown-vt-pj-vj~1486449) - Location: Moretown, VT - Photos: 23 - Description: The area where this customer wanted to build his outdoor living Space had a 15 foot drop with the potential for flooding from the Mad River. It required the pouring of reinforced concrete walls which were tied into the surrounding ledge. This gave us a a large flat space to work with and no potential of flooding. The patio was laid with large irregular blue stone. 2 large planting beds were created flanking each concrete wall with large pieces of granite. The planting beds soften up the look of… - [Vermont Natural Swimming Pond](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vermont-natural-swimming-pond-pj-vj~834574) - Location: Charlotte, VT - Photos: 22 - Description: This pond has a 44 mil liner to ensure a leak free swimming structure. The liner material is sensitive to sunlight and will eventually breakdown over the years if it is exposed. As a result, our team spent 3 days meticulously covering the entire pond liner with stone. Each small boulder is hand placed to ensure a perfect fit and not tear the liner in the building process. The amount of patients and effort by our crew is incredible and the result is always beautiful! The waterfall which adds to t… - [Shelburne Vermont Natural Swimming Pond](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shelburne-vermont-natural-swimming-pond-pj-vj~836751) - Location: Shelburne, VT - Photos: 13 - Description: The client initially contacted us about installing a traditional swimming pool, but had concerns that a traditional pool would not complement the home's rustic character, and the natural surroundings. We proposed a swimming pond which has the natural look that was desired, yet with advanced all-natural water filtration systems, it has the water quality of a traditional pool. An organic shape and natural stone that line the swimming pond combine to create the illusion of a natural pond. Plantings… - [Vermont Outdoor Kitchen and Bar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vermont-outdoor-kitchen-and-bar-pj-vj~789363) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: Our stone masons have done it again! This beautiful Vermont outdoor kitchen and bar was just completed. It has a lynx grill insert, the bar and counter tops are custom made cosmic black granite, and the stone work was done with Adirondack granite. Our outdoor kitchens are built to withstand our harsh Vermont winters. Let one of our designers create the outdoor kitchen of your dreams. - [Charlotte Sunken Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/charlotte-sunken-patio-pj-vj~2204653) - Location: Charlotte, VT - Photos: 9 - Description: Built in Charlotte, Vermont, this home has beautiful views of the Adirondack Mountains. Irregular bluestone was used to create the sunken patio, and field stone was used for the grill surround, walls, and fire pit. The caps are custom cut and thermaled 2" bluestone. - [Contemporary Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-terrace-pj-vj~2204606) - Location: Charlotte, VT - Photos: 9 - Description: This was a 20-year-old landscape that had not been well maintained and had failing masonry work. We installed a mortared core wall that will last for hundreds of years, an expansive patio for entertaining friends and family, and a 300,000 BTU fire pit for roasting marshmallows and taking the chill out of the cool Vermont evenings. - [Morrisville Vermont Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/morrisville-vermont-home-pj-vj~2204522) - Location: Morristown, VT - Photos: 8 - Description: This home needed an outdoor living space that could coexist with the client's amazing views. Plants were installed all around the back of the house and along one side, a swimming pool was put in with coping, and a patio was installed that goes right up to two existing decks and the new pool house. The pool is equipped with a Pentair Easy Touch system, an Intellichlor which uses salt instead of chemicals, an Intellichem which monitors and controls the pool’s pH and sanitizing levels and a Delta U… - [Northeast Kingdom Outdoor Living Space](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/northeast-kingdom-outdoor-living-space-pj-vj~1694008) - Location: Derby, VT - Photos: 25 - Description: This customer in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont approached Landshapes about installing a maintenance free pool. Our designers created an outdoor living space for the entire family with plenty of room for entertaining friends and family. We installed a San Juan fiberglass pool with all the bells and whistles. This pool is virtually maintenance free and can be controlled by any smart phone or tablet. The system includes Pentair Master Temp 400k btu Heater, PCS Cover System under track with in-gr… - [St. Johnsbury Vermont Victorian](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/st-johnsbury-vermont-victorian-pj-vj~2297199) - Location: Saint Johnsbury, VT - Photos: 19 [See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/landshapes-pfvwus-pf~1007683329) ## Community Q&A **Q: Love the blacl pots? Where can I find them?Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hay Needle they our resin and not ceramic. **Q: cost and elevation needed for this project** *(in Photo Questions)* Can I get cost and how much elevation is needed for the extended downward stream A: The cost for this water feature was about $12,000. This particular feature was about a 7' drop to the lower pond. **Q: Playing with big rocks!** *(in Before & After)* Earlier in the fall I helped Seattle landscape company Nurtured Earth Gardens pick out and install these boulders for a wall they were building. I drove by this week and saw the awesome finished wall! A: Very nice wall! **Q: Architectural integrity in the landscape** *(in Before & After)* This lovely French cottage was originally built in 1928. The original small front step was replaced with a red paver porch that had faded to pink. Our client knew it did not match their home’s architecture or their style. They dreamed of a front porch to spend time on with family and friends. With some clever sourcing our team was able to match the stone on the home and mimic it’s installation technique. The result is that the porch and walk looks like it has been here as long as this fabulous home has. A: Gorgeous, great work! It definitely feels like it's out of a fairytale! **Q: Vertical Garden \| Before & After** *(in Before & After)* Creating a drought tolerant landscape in California is no easy feat, but with over 20 years of landscape expertise, our Founding Principal has a way of creating a perfect space for every clients' needs. The vertical garden has a little growing to do, as do the vines, these images were capture immediately after planting. Additional Images: Vertical Wall \| Additional Images Before: After: Before: After: Vertical Wall \| Additional Images A: Looks beautiful! You worked well with the size and shape of the space! **Q: A two level garden in Scandinavia** *(in Before & After)* This project has been on my drawing board for the past few weeks. The clients wanted to increase the use of their back yard with decking, paving, and furnishing. Before: A row house garden with a gras covered yard and a fence screening it from neighbouring yards. After: A row house garden with a lowered area, a Iron and larch pergola to screen the patio from views from neighbouring top floor windows. I can not wait for the construction to start :-) A: What a great use of the space! Can't wait to see it when it's done! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*