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address: "2909 2nd Ave. N, Seattle, Washington 98109, United States"
latitude: 47.6339
longitude: -122.3476
phone: "(323) 385-6665"
website: http://ershworks.com
rating: 5
review_count: 7
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followers: 18
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# ershworks

Original Houzz profile: [ershworks](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ershworks-pfvwus-pf~1955123349)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers
- **Location:** Seattle, WA
- **Serves:** Greater Seattle Area
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 500 Ideabook Saves

ershworks is the art and landscape design of Seattle-based Ashley Thorner, MFA and MLA.  Focusing on site-specific residential and public art; ershworks creates sustainable and sensitive landscape design that seamlessly integrates art, landscape & architecture.

### Services Provided

- landscape design
- design consultation & design/build projects in the Greater Seattle Area.

### Areas Served

- Greater Seattle Area

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | ershworks |
| Address | 2909 2nd Ave. N, Seattle, Washington 98109, United States |
| Phone | (323) 385-6665 |
| Website | http://ershworks.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 18 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [ershworks](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ershworks-pfvwus-pf~1955123349)
- **Website:** http://ershworks.com
- **Phone:** (323) 385-6665

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Masters in Landscape Architecture, University of Washington
- Masters in Fine Art, California Institute of the Arts
- LEED
- Live Roof/Green Roof certified installer

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews**

### All 7 reviews

**★★★★★ — Brock Hilpert, Feb. 2019**

> We were extremely pleased with Ashley's partnership.  From the original scoping conversations to the actual deliverable she was extremely responsive to our goals and input.  She delivered on time, on budget and really was flexible to our input while providing her expertise to translate our expectations into something that would work for our yard and the Seattle climate.  Additionally she went above and beyond in dealing with a difficult contractor, keeping her focus on our needs.  It required her spending many additional hours to ensure her plan was delivered, but she did so to ensure we were satisfied with the end project.

**★★★★★ — S B, July 2018**

> Ashley came highly recommended to me from a couple of friends of mine, and after checking out her website and meeting her, I enthusiastically hired her. What a great choice! She came over to check out my space, we talked about the general look I was going for, and then we collaborated on a Pinterest board. Ashley provided me with several tiered pricing options for the job (front yard only, front yard + parking strip, etc) and after I narrowed the scope, she drew up plans and came back onsite. The plans were beautiful - they showed my existing space and included colored drawings on translucent paper to show how we could layer on more or fewer plants. It was so nice to be given so many choices, and to be able to picture the finished product.
>
> I purchased the plants themselves through Ashley as well (which was cheaper than me buying them directly from a nursery), and she really went above and beyond. Not only did Ashley deliver the plants to my house, but she timed one of the deliveries to happen while the landscapers were working and helped with some last-minute direction to ensure they were placed correctly. I would happily recommend Ashley to anyone, particularly if you're looking to create a layered, natural-looking, low-maintenance space.

**★★★★★ — ericajardine, June 2015**

> We won a consultation from Ershworks at our Preschool's annual auction. We have a large project that includes replacement of a retaining wall and a complete overhaul of the existing front, side, and back yard. Ashley at Ershworks was very helpful in providing ideas, not only regarding the landscape portion, but also for the part that would need to be done by a contractor. She provided links to examples and pictures of different layout options. She was very timely and professional about scheduling appointments and answering questions. She measured our property and provided a complete sketch of our options with additional drawings and plant suggestions. For charity work, this company met my highest expectations. Unfortunately, we are not ready to begin our project but will be hiring Ershworks when we are. Highly recommend.

**★★★★★ — M S, May 2015**

> I contacted Ashley after being very impressed by her house and yard redesign featured in the Seattle Times, and subsequently hired her to design a master landscaping plan for the yard spaces around our small bungalow and planned detached ADU on our 5,000 square foot lot. Her use of online portfolios of images was very helpful in narrowing down what kind of infrastructure, plantings, and aesthetic we liked, and she was very willing to support our desire to use only native plants, which required her to do some research. She was a pleasure to work with--communicative, asked good questions, and down to earth. She also pushed our thinking in a constructive way about what was possible with the space we have.

**★★★★★ — west206, July 2014**

> We used ershworks to successfully design the landscape for our new modern home on a 9K sq ft lot. The property, when purchased, had little more then grass, a few trees, and a fence. We wanted a modern design that gave the property more depth and privacy. We also needed a new patio for the back yard.  Ashley delivered all of this with incredible attention to detail, balance, and with artistic elements that really complement our house. Final design highlights include a beautiful and very unique concrete patio (long strips of poured concrete in varying lengths), bamboo, beautiful grasses, and native species that tie it all together.
> Ashley was very good at asking the right questions to get clear and complete understanding of our project. Throughout the design process there was great communication about timing of each design phase.  Pinterest was used to communicate plant and hardscaping ideas and was a great tool for us to hone in our preferences. Most importantly, Ashley made the whole process very easy.
> Easily one of the best investments we have made for our house.

**★★★★★ — suedonaldson, June 2014**

> When a large tree in our backyard died and had to be removed, we hired ershworks to design a new garden in the affected space. As a result, we now have a beautiful new landscape that is creative, innovative and fresh! Ashley was great to work with - a good listener, thoughtful and hard-working.

**★★★★★ — EM Landscape Design, Nov. 2013**

> I have worked with Ashley on several design projects.  She brings a unique eye to her work with an interpretation of modern design that is whimsical and joyful.   Ashley’s designs bring out the unexpected; her use of plants and materials create landscapes that pop with texture, color, and pattern.  When you step into a space that Ashley has designed, you can’t help but feel happy.  She is also meticulous about communicating with her clients and understanding the context of each project.

## Selected projects

- [Laurelhurst Residential](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/laurelhurst-residential-pj-vj~379544)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [West Seattle Modern Residential landscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-seattle-modern-residential-landscape-pj-vj~1138475)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: West Seattle modern landscape design. New cast concrete patio interspersed with decomposed granite ad ground covers.
- [Queen Anne Residential](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/queen-anne-residential-pj-vj~343944)
  - Location: seattle, WA
  - Photos: 17
  - Description: modern remodel of front yard and driveway.

[See all 3 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ershworks-pfvwus-pf~1955123349)

## Ideabooks

- [Patios](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108180273/list/patios) — 11 ideas
- [stairs and steps](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108959848/list/stairs-and-steps) — 3 ideas
- [Wood](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108707081/list/wood) — 1 idea
- [plant combos](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108180304/list/plant-combos) — 3 ideas
- [entrances](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108361733/list/entrances) — 1 idea
- [topiary](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108326572/list/topiary) — 1 idea

[See all 6 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/ershworks)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Is this wound to this Seiryu JM serious? \*pic\*, & what would cause it** *(in Trees)*

Hey all, I put a seiryu JM in the ground just two days ago. I am 99% certain this wound or split in the bark was not there yesterday. I'm pretty anal about the trees in plant and notice everything. Maybe it's the OCD in me, idk. Anyways, what would cause this. Any will the tree recover from it and heal over? The trunk is probably only about 1" diameter, despite the tree being about 5'. Thanks. No idea why my pics always come in sideways btw.

A: Hello-

I'm sorry to change the subject a bit.....I was wondering if any of our Seattle Japanese Maple fans can recommend anyone for excellent pruning for my Japanese Maples?  I would like to use someone who truly knows what they are doing!  Thank you!

**Q: it says decomposed granite but this is a larger multi colored stone.** *(in Photo Questions)*

This is a larger stone than the usual decomposed granite, and multi colored.  Is this a pea gravel? 
Thank you.

A: No, its not pea gravel but it is 3/8" decomposed granite.  The extra color specs are from the underlaying bigger gravel below.

**Q: Please advise name of silver plant with blue mauve blooms. Thanks** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: this is spanish lavender

**Q: Plant type** *(in Photo Questions)*

Is this  a type of sage?

A: spanish lavender

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-11.*