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address: "1639 North Hancock Street #101, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122, United States"
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# Groundswell Design Group Inc.

Original Houzz profile: [Groundswell Design Group Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/groundswell-design-group-inc-pfvwus-pf~1476675227)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers
- **Location:** Philadelphia, PA
- **Houzz rating:** 0.0 out of 5 (0 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 7 awards (2014–2023), for Design.

## About

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Groundswell Design Group is a landscape architecture design build team.  In each garden’s design and installation, Groundswell collaborates with local artists and artisans to craft original works of art. The design process includes rendered perspectives and illustrations that give clients a clear picture of what the completed project will look like. We specialize in all phases of project management from initial design to final installation. Groundswell is comprised of a collaborative group of landscape and hardscape designers and installers, as well as graphic artists. We take great pride in our customer service and will personally oversee every aspect of your project.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Groundswell Design Group Inc. |
| Address | 1639 North Hancock Street \#101, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122, United States |
| Phone | (267) 544-5661 |
| Website | http://www.groundswelldesigngroup.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 712 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Groundswell Design Group Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/groundswell-design-group-inc-pfvwus-pf~1476675227)
- **Website:** http://www.groundswelldesigngroup.com
- **Phone:** (267) 544-5661

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 7 awards (2014–2023), for Design.

## Selected projects

- [Mississippi River Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mississippi-river-garden-pj-vj~6025111)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 14
- [Talula's Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/talula-s-garden-pj-vj~6025075)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 19
- [Peasant Grill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/peasant-grill-pj-vj~6025010)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Five Below Corporate Headquarters](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/five-below-corporate-headquarters-pj-vj~6025066)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [MSC Retail Corporate Lounge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/msc-retail-corporate-lounge-pj-vj~6025055)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [Philadelphia Zoo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/philadelphia-zoo-pj-vj~6025048)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Philadelphia Distilling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/philadelphia-distilling-pj-vj~6025029)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Gentlemen’s Country Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gentlemens-country-estate-pj-vj~169234)
  - Location: Easton, PA
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: The owner of this property commissioned Groundswell to create an outdoor environment that would frame his world-class collection of antique American folk art. The design surrounds the existing 19th century farmhouse, creating a series of spaces that include the original bank barn, pool, rustic gazebo, spring house, grape arbor, and pond. A system of terraces integrates the elements and transports visitors from one to the next.
- [Hangar 1 Vodka Distillery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hangar-1-vodka-distillery-pj-vj~2097752)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 16
- [Bucks County Hideaway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bucks-county-hideaway-pj-vj~6024875)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [French Country Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/french-country-estate-pj-vj~195616)
  - Location: Princeton, NJ
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: This landscape recalls the countryside of Provence. A limestone fountain was imported from the Mediterranean region to anchor the classic cobblestone motor court in front of the house. The plantings are typical of the landscape and culture of Provence, including aromatics like lavender, sage, rosemary, wild thyme and Artemisia in the formal cutting gardens.
- [Newtown Traditional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/newtown-traditional-pj-vj~218396)
  - Location: Newtown, PA
  - Photos: 32
- [Philadelphia Penthouse Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/philadelphia-penthouse-apartment-pj-vj~169064)
  - Location: Philadelphia, PA
  - Photos: 12
  - Description: Penthouse apartment located in the Northern Liberties neighborhood of Philadelphia.
- [Designer House, 2008](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/designer-house-2008-pj-vj~187602)
  - Location: Bucks County, PA
  - Photos: 7
- [Designer House, 2010](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/designer-house-2010-pj-vj~178359)
  - Location: Bucks County, PA
  - Photos: 11
- [Greek Revival Recycle Princeton](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greek-revival-recycle-princeton-pj-vj~171403)
  - Location: Princeton, NJ
  - Photos: 32
- [California Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/california-contemporary-pj-vj~171352)
  - Location: Princeton, NJ
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: This design extends the clean, minimalist lines of the house’s contemporary architecture into the garden. A planting pallet reminiscent of the client’s native California landscape was adapted to the New Jersey environment. Green technology was employed in the creation of a subterranean water feature that captures stormwater for use in irrigation.
- [Newport Fishing Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/newport-fishing-cottage-pj-vj~169823)
  - Location: Newport, RI
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: Groundswell designed a romantic garden to accompany this 19th century fishing cottage on the Narragansett Bay. Intimate rooms were created with lush specimen plantings and accents that include a pergola, fire pit, and potting shed. This subdivision works to make the most of a relatively small space. The garden is the winner of several Newport Garden awards.
- [Hudson River Horse Farm](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hudson-river-horse-farm-pj-vj~169794)
  - Location: Warwick, NY
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: This five acre residential plot is nestled within a horse farm of over 40 acres. Groundswell refurbished the large patio’s existing masonry and added furniture, large wooden planters, and a pergola made from the reclaimed wooden beams of a Lancaster barn. An extensive planting palette consisting mainly of native and wildlife friendly material softened the architecture and unified the property with the landscape beyond it.
- [Rittenhouse Reclaim](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rittenhouse-reclaim-pj-vj~169729)
  - Location: Philadelphia, PA
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: To create a sociable atmosphere and lend some character to a small pocket between buildings on Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square, Groundswell looked up. Recognizing that space is at a premium, it reclaimed on-site wooden rafters to create a pergola system that could support a garden suspended in mid-air. Custom-built steel troughs filled with native Pennsylvania meadow plantings adorn the pergola’s beams.

[See all 23 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/groundswell-design-group-inc-pfvwus-pf~1476675227)

## Community Q&A

**Q: White counter & dark cabinets** *(in Photo Questions)*

This is not a question but wanted to say a great concept of white counters on black cabinets. Such a different idea and it works wonderfully. Usually it's white cabinets with dark counter which I am not a fan of. Very impressed.

A: Thank you!! We love it too :)

**Q: Short round shrub?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Would love to know what that short, round shrub is....

A: Hi, thanks for the question!  The short round shrub on the left is a Boxwood, the short shrub on the right is a Cherry Laurel.

**Q: Low Nightstand** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where is that nightstand from?

A: Thanks for asking, the shelf is from Crate & Barrel actually.

**Q: Couch?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Love, love this couch, where is it from?

A: Hi thanks for the question! We got it from BoConcept

**Q: Plants along pathway** *(in Photo Questions)*

What plants did you use alongside the pathway?  They look great.  Is that lavender at the turn to the barn?

A: Hi, thanks for the question! The plants along the pathway are pachysandra.  The plants at the end are catmint, not lavender.

**Q: Accent wall** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hello. I love that accent wall. Is it a wallcovering or custom painted?
Thanks

A: Hi, thanks for the great question!  The wall is in fact custom painted by a local Philadelphian artist.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-02.*