--- title: "Landscape Design Associates — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/landscape-design-associates-pfvwus-pf~1989628088 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1989628088.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Landscape Design Associates" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/bbf3c71005105919_4747-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "25110 NW 182 Ave, High Springs, Florida 32643, United States" latitude: 29.841 longitude: -82.6156 phone: "(352) 210-5765" website: http://www.landscapeda.com/ rating: 4.9 review_count: 8 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 26 last_updated: 2026-09-28 --- # Landscape Design Associates Original Houzz profile: [Landscape Design Associates](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/landscape-design-associates-pfvwus-pf~1989628088) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** High Springs, FL - **Serves:** Gainesville, Alachua County, Columbia County - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (8 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2026), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 250 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - 16 years in business Landscape architects do more than simply plant shrubs, arrange trees, and run watering systems. They create a complete visual package that works with your architecture's aesthetic and your surrounding natural world. This takes not only a keen eye for visual detail, but also an expansive knowledge of biology and ecology. We are able to provide you with plans for your home landscape design that provide you with the exact type of environment you would like to live in, but have not been able to articulate before. Once you have the plans, you can either have us install the work for you or you can install it your self, at your own pace and budget. We can help you procure the landscape materials you need, according to your phasing of the project. At Landscape Design Associates, we treat what we do has a form of high art: it's beautiful, elegant, timeless, and expressive. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Site Planning - Custom Fire Pits - Custom Water Features - Deck Design - Koi Pond - Native Plants ### Areas Served - Gainesville - Alachua County - Columbia County ### Typical Job Cost $3,000 - 100,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Landscape Design Associates | | Address | 25110 NW 182 Ave, High Springs, Florida 32643, United States | | Phone | (352) 210-5765 | | Website | http://www.landscapeda.com/ | | License Number | LC26000247 | | Followers on Houzz | 26 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — http://www.landscapeda.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Landscape Design Associates](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/landscape-design-associates-pfvwus-pf~1989628088) - **Website:** http://www.landscapeda.com/ - **Phone:** (352) 210-5765 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - FANN Native Plant Design Award 2015 - FANN Native Plant Design Award 2014 - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2026), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 8 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 5.0 ### All 8 reviews **★★★★★ — Martha Burlingame, Sept. 2025** > Our experience with Sabine and her skilled team at LDA has been nothing short of outstanding. > Our front yard was pleasant but lacked interest, and our back yard was largely neglected and overgrown with invasive vegetation. After tree removal efforts left both front and back yards utterly destroyed this spring, we called LDA. She created a design that incorporated and expanded on our preferences (mostly native plants, rocks, low maintenance), ultimately creating a delightful and peaceful oasis way beyond our expectations. > The wonderful LDA team removed the invasive plants, regraded, rebuilt our fence, put in irrigation system, created a small pond and natural looking rock waterfall, built a deck and pergola over the pond, and planted vegetative species (mostly natives) that can thrive, and are not only beautiful but support abundant pollinators. The design is incredibly thoughtful! Palms were placed at an angle to encourage graceful curves, in time. An unplanted “dog run” along the fence line was left, to the great delight of our husky. A neat kayak rack was built alongside the house. Sabine even gifted us a hammock to hang from the pergola, which she was no longer using. I could keep going. > We now enjoy vastly increased living space, and enriched engagement with our small corner of nature. Wish we called her years ago. She has our deep appreciation, respect, and of course, our highest recommendation. **★★★★★ — HU-802063076, Dec. 2019** > Landscape Design Associates dis fantastic work designing and creating our backyard into a garden. Super communication, superb work and Sabine is incredibly nice! **★★★★★ — HU-400204705, Dec. 2019** > Our backyard was a disaster. Nothing but eroding sand and weeds. Sabine and her crew, led by Dylan, transformed it into a magazine worthy oasis. The crew was always on time, and delivered exactly what was promised. We certainly selected the right company to give us our dream backyard. **★★★★ — Janet Wilkie, Nov. 2017** > This was a large job with lots of old, very overgrown vegetation to be removed. The soil had to amended before new plantings could be installed. This team worked long hours, mostly during the heat of the day. The team worked well together, and all-in-all, we are pleased with the final outcome. **★★★★★ — Jack Mecholsky, Nov. 2017** > I was impressed with the approach in designing our backyard. The layout was presented and then we made suggestions for changing some of the details. Also, during the implementation of the plan, several unexpected problems arose due to the nature of our yard. These were handled professionally and with discussion between us and Sabine. We reached a satisfactory solution to the problems. I think they did a very good quality job and were very professional. **★★★★★ — S Saraceno, Dec. 2016** > We had Landscape Design Associates design and build a pergola for our carport and front entry that we absolutely love! It gives our home a custom look and we no longer look like every other home in our community. We also had Sabine design a Florida friendly landscape plan for our rental property. **★★★★★ — larkinkieffer, Aug. 2016** > This company was recommended to me by a colleague who had a wonderful experience. I think my experience might even be better than his. Sabine and her crew transformed my entire property. My front yard was a mess and now it is absolutely lovely to drive by. The backyard is a much better story. I have 4 dogs and they ran that space into the ground. They not only got sod to grow there but designed a patio and a beautiful pond with a waterfall and the ability to keep the dogs at bay with creative landscaping. If I had more land to work with I would hire them again! I will never tire of telling people what a fabulous job they did. **★★★★★ — Julia Tortorice, Aug. 2016** > Talented, knowledgeable, affordable, timely and flexible. Developed total yard landscaping plan. Fixed major drainage issues. Installed irrigation system, koi pond with flag stone surround and waterfall, additional flagstone patio. Installed low maintenance landscaping. Provided continued support and maintenance for your yard. Very satisfied ## Selected projects - [Manogue Front + Back Yard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manogue-front-back-yard-pj-vj~5892513) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 9 - [New Back Deck + Staircase](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-back-deck-staircase-pj-vj~5892487) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 6 - [Gainesville, Water Feature](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gainesville-water-feature-pj-vj~5882315) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 1 - [Parker Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/parker-project-pj-vj~5892492) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 4 - [Corner Pergola I Olveira](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corner-pergola-i-olveira-pj-vj~5889203) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 3 - [Colorful Home for the Birds + Butterflies](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/colorful-home-for-the-birds-butterflies-pj-vj~2767545) - Location: Crystal River, FL - Photos: 5 - Description: The owners had purchased the house about a year ago and were finally ready to tackle the outside that had been sadly neglected by the previous owner. We removed a lot of overgrown vegetation and some small trees that grew too close to the house. The front was turned into a colorful perennial garden that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Now the house welcomes the owners and is an asset to the neighborhood. In the back the enclosed lanai was really not usable. We installed a paver brick pati… - [Cozy Retreat + Outdoor Dining](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cozy-retreat-outdoor-dining-pj-vj~2808546) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 6 - Description: We took this side yard off the kitchen and turned it into a cozy retreat and outdoor dining area. The small pond provides soothing sound and a focal point for the patio. The new pergola provides some shade and defines the space. - [Raised Deck + Pergola Redesign](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/raised-deck-pergola-redesign-pj-vj~1352816) - Location: Kissimmee, FL - Photos: 11 - Description: We created a raised deck and pergola to allow for the use of the whole yard. The yard drops off about 4' in the left right corner - [Outdoor Relaxation for the Reader in You](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-relaxation-for-the-reader-in-you-pj-vj~2767550) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 4 - Description: The owners are busy professionals and lost the fight against the vines and weeds invading the back yard. The owner also wanted to add an outdoor seating area, where he could put up his hammock and loose himself in a good book. We removed a lot of vegetation and added a natural hedge along the fence line. Over time this natural setting will grow in and provide privacy without maintenance while also providing habitat for wild life and host plants for butterflies. The deck and pergola were added to… - [A Classic Backyard Redesign](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-classic-backyard-redesign-pj-vj~1973612) - Location: Alachua, FL - Photos: 13 - [Updated Backyard + Koi Pond](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/updated-backyard-koi-pond-pj-vj~1973634) - Location: Lake City, FL - Photos: 11 - [Landscape Design in Lake City](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/landscape-design-in-lake-city-pj-vj~1386670) - Location: Lake City, FL - Photos: 3 - [Additional Outdoor Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/additional-outdoor-projects-pj-vj~1000716) - Location: High Springs, FL - Photos: 3 - [Deck and Landscape Design Reno](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/deck-and-landscape-design-reno-pj-vj~2658952) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 12 - Description: The property was draining towards the house and with this year’s excessive rainfall the water had created channels and was starting to wash up against the foundation of the house. The existing crushed concrete driveway kept washing out and when it was dry, it was extremely dusty. The existing vegetation while lush and colorful was hiding the house and the existing Sago Palms posed a danger to the family dog. We decided to install a paver brick drive way and instead of going with an underground c… - [Rooterville Farm Animal Sanctuary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rooterville-farm-animal-sanctuary-pj-vj~1352794) - Location: Melrose, FL - Photos: 7 - [Complete Back + Front Redo with Pergola + Fire Pit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/complete-back-front-redo-with-pergola-fire-pit-pj-vj~5467682) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 8 - Description: During rainstorms, water used to flood this backyard, however, once we dug a trench and installed a dry, rock river, drainage was no longer an issue. These homeowners wanted to add a patio, a pergola with a clear, lexan ceiling, a fire pit, a pondless waterfall, and a fire table. With this design, we were able to provide them with multiple areas for entertainment that can be used at any time of day. - [Backyard Pond and Stone Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/backyard-pond-and-stone-design-pj-vj~1973648) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 13 - [Outdoor Kitchen + Pergola Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-kitchen-pergola-design-pj-vj~3092583) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 6 - [New Front Yard Brings Curb Appeal to Life](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-front-yard-brings-curb-appeal-to-life-pj-vj~5467605) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 12 - Description: The owner of this property was sick and tired of maintaining the grass in her yard. We were able to remove all grass in the back and front yard, and in its place, we installed a low maintenance, drought tolerant landscape. The front yard now features a dry, rock river using two types of rocks along with a post to hang an ornamental bird feeder. The design has increased the curb appeal for this house and was recently voted the community's best yard. The backyard hosts a small patio leading you do… - [Backyard Pergola Oasis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/backyard-pergola-oasis-pj-vj~5467722) - Location: Gainesville, FL - Photos: 10 [See all 22 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/landscape-design-associates-pfvwus-pf~1989628088) ## Ideabooks - [drainage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/113323882/list/drainage) — 2 ideas - [pergolas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108350221/list/pergolas) — 1 idea [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/landscapeda) ## Community Q&A **Q: What kind of japanese maple is this?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It's a Weeping Japanese Maple, Acer japonicum dissectum 'Rubrum' --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-28.*