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# MaraLee Olson Design Studio

Original Houzz profile: [MaraLee Olson Design Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/maralee-olson-design-studio-pfvwus-pf~2014475759)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers
- **Location:** Madison, WI
- **Serves:** Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Seattle, Wisconsin
- **Houzz rating:** 0.0 out of 5 (0 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- 5 Ideabook Saves

MaraLee Olson Design Studio, LLC is an independent landscape architecture firm specializing in private landscape design. What does this mean for you? We're not stretched to thin. We focus. You are homeowners and small business owners wanting out of the ordinary outdoor spaces that compliment your life and work-styles. Expressing your individuality is our goal, and creating outdoor spaces that you absolutely don't want to leave is how we do it!

### Areas Served

- Illinois
- Iowa
- Minnesota
- Seattle
- Wisconsin

### Typical Job Cost

$20,000 - $300,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | MaraLee Olson Design Studio |
| Address | Madison, Wisconsin 53716, United States |
| Phone | (608) 469-6780 |
| Website | http://www.maraleeolsondesignstudio.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 14 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [MaraLee Olson Design Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/maralee-olson-design-studio-pfvwus-pf~2014475759)
- **Website:** http://www.maraleeolsondesignstudio.com
- **Phone:** (608) 469-6780

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Wisconsin Landscape Architect \#483-14

**Affiliations**
- [American Society of Landscape Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-landscape-architects-pfvwus-pf~2014062207)

## Selected projects

- [Four-square, shabby chic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/four-square-shabby-chic-pj-vj~6445572)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: A twist on traditional four-square architecture, this home provides a cozy front porch over a walk-out entry - a stately home atop a large hill, with views to the rear yard conservancy. Clients are adventurous travelers, busy professionals and artisans. Work hard; play hard. They strive to balance their insatiable wanderlust by rejuvenating with friends and family at home. Her medium is interiors, and her designer's mind never stops. His medium is gardens, where scientist meets artist. The chall…
- [Contemporary Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-farmhouse-pj-vj~6380574)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: Contemporary elements + classic farm house architecture make for a new take on an old favorite, bringing out the owner's love of old and new. An in-ground spa nestles into the geometric terraces and planting pockets surround and punctuate the patio spaces. Custom spiral staircase connects the upper veranda to the lower terraces. Gravel patio nook provides a cool respite and dining area. An avid gardener and lover of all things Fall, the gardens were designed to maximize fall interest and allow h…
- [Solar & Water Wise Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/solar-and-water-wise-home-pj-vj~6272522)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: A new home breathes life into a small wooded lot. Building & site orientation to capture passive solar and manage stormwater. Driveway and entry steps wrap around building architecture leading one to the front door through the gardens. Rear yard grotto gives a home to the hot tub and outdoor shower, while gracefully transitioning to the steep, wooded hillside. Site Planning & Landscape Architecture: MaraLee Olson Design Studio Building Architecture: Gingko House Architecture Building Contractor:…
- [Tudor Entrance Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tudor-entrance-renovation-pj-vj~6274026)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: A young family takes on this Tudor renovation. The long, horiztonal plinth settles the grand architecture into the grand hillside. Entry path was realigned to draw the eye to the front door. Steps were stretched to create an entry that opens the portico to the patio. Front yard patio offers a place to rest and a settling of the home into the hillside. Site Planning & Design: MaraLee Olson Design Studio Landscape Construction: Olson Toon Landscaping Custom Handrail Fabrication: Primrose Custom De…
- [Mid-century Modern Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-modern-renovation-pj-vj~6274214)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: Wonderful collaboration with NS Stoneworks. An update bringing Zen to Mid-century Modern. Asymmetrical terraces with careful placement of horizontal and vertical elements create space and layering. Existing plants were re-purposed, while woody ornamentals were added for structure punctuation. Site planning & Design: MaraLee Olson Design Studio Project Management, Stonework & Landscape Construction: NS Stoneworks
- [Mount Horeb Family Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mount-horeb-family-retreat-pj-vj~861703)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: A new family home sited on 80 acres of restored woodlands and meadows overlooking Elver's Creek. Building was designed to extend out of the bluffs to take in 180-degree view down the Creek Valley and views to the upper bluffs and outcroppings. Landscape architecture consisted of siting the home, driveway procession and entry courtyard, lower level grotto with hot tub and outdoor shower, lower level entertaining areas and extensive gardens. Site Planning: MaraLee Olson Design Studio Building Arch…

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-28.*