--- title: "Gardening By Design — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/gardening-by-design-pfvwus-pf~721544754 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~721544754.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Gardening By Design" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/fbc351690ee005ae_1110-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Ottawa, Ontario, Canada" latitude: 45.4215 longitude: -75.6972 phone: "(613) 805-4952" website: http://gardeningbydesign.ca rating: 5 review_count: 6 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 46 last_updated: 2026-09-08 --- # Gardening By Design Original Houzz profile: [Gardening By Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/gardening-by-design-pfvwus-pf~721544754) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Ottawa, ON - **Serves:** Alta Vista, Gatineau, Manotick, Ottawa, Rothwell Heights, Sandy Hill, The Glebe - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2017), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Gardening By Design is a team who believes in thoughtfully constructing outdoor spaces through connection, creativity, and collaboration. Connection. For over 30 years this female-run company has been exploring and redefining what it means to feel a connection to natural environments. Their goal is to design horticultural areas that allow you to experience nature in a new way. They want you to feel an attachment to your outdoor spaces, and to have a spot to unwind and recharge. Creativity. The possibilities for landscape design are immeasurable. GBD knows this. At the core of their design initiative, is to create spaces using a fresh and innovative approach. They value infusing areas with a new energy while also being environmentally conscious—striving to make areas look as though they’ve been there forever. Collaboration. GBD takes a collaborative and open approach to all projects—aligning with their studio vibe. They believe this is key to guaranteeing the most satisfying results. It ensures that all details are thought through from the beginning and that no questions go unanswered. They believe in endorsing a work environment that is honest, humble, and professional. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Site Planning - Custom Fire Pits - Pool Landscaping - Custom Water Features - Swimming Pool Design - Gazebo Design & Construction - Deck Design - 3D Rendering - Drafting - Shed Design & Construction - Outdoor Furniture Planning - Outdoor Furniture Selection ### Areas Served - Alta Vista - Gatineau - Manotick - Ottawa - Rothwell Heights - Sandy Hill - The Glebe ### Typical Job Cost $7,000 - 200,000 Site visit/consultation starting at $300. Design fees are based on size of project and generally start at $1,400. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Gardening By Design | | Address | Ottawa, Ontario, Canada | | Phone | (613) 805-4952 | | Website | http://gardeningbydesign.ca | | License Number | 87126 8272 RT0001 | | Followers on Houzz | 46 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/GardeningByDesign - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/GardenBDesign - Blog — http://gardeningbydesignlove.tumblr.com/ ## Offers Free 45 Minute Designer Meet & Greet! _Verbal only. No sketch/notes included._ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Gardening By Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/gardening-by-design-pfvwus-pf~721544754) - **Website:** http://gardeningbydesign.ca - **Phone:** (613) 805-4952 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2017), for Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews** ### All 6 reviews **★★★★★ — Ron Frank, Feb. 2018** > We used Gardening by Design and Artistic Design Landscaping for our front yard landscaping project and we were very satisfied with the overall process and end result. Engelina worked with us to understand what we were looking for and came up with a design that aligned with our wants. She was very supportive in making adjustments as we finalized the design and was always very prompt and thorough in her follow-ups. The execution of the design went well and we had compliments from numerous neighbours on the end result. Thank you Engelina. **Comment from Gardening By Design:** > Thanks Ron, > It was a pleasure working with you and Chantal as well. I could tell right away that our design vision aligned from the first meeting -I think we were the perfect fit for your project. I'm excited to come back through the next few years to see how the plants mature! Thanks again for reaching out to us. **★★★★★ — Darine El-Chaar, Jan. 2018** > We started working with Engelina about 2 years ago on a full landscaping design of our home. > It has been a great experience, and we are very happy with the design and the prices so far. She has really understood what we are looking for, and has made it so easy to go through the process. The installation of our first phase this past fall went so well, we did not have any issues or delays. **Comment from Gardening By Design:** > Thanks Darine! As you know, we have loved working with you and Jad as well -It has been an absolute pleasure and a great partnership. You both have such great taste and knowledge in design as it is, so it wasn't difficult to nail down a concept. We're excited to continue working on the next phase of your project and watch how everything comes together. **★★★★★ — Jody Sullivan, May 2017** > The Gardening By Design team did some on my new house. Mary-Anne was very helpful despite my vague requirements and her design team came up plenty of suggestions which I loved and they didn't break the bank. After I reviewed the final design, her team project managed the installation for me and everything was completed in approximately a week. > > The design fits in perfectly with the character of the house and the neighborhood. The colors are wonderful in the summer and fall. > > I'm a repeat customer of and if I purchase another house I would go with her team again. **★★★★★ — Sandelle Scrimshaw, April 2017** > I have worked with Gardening by Design for the past four years and have been very impressed by their professionalism, their expertise and their ability to work with me to create a garden that corresponds to both the look that I am trying to achieve and my needs in terms of maintenance. It has been a delight to see my garden take shape and evolve. Gardening by Design has been with me every step of the way and the results speak for themselves! A special thank you to the team at Gardening by Design! **★★★★★ — Pierrette Ransom, April 2017** > Gardening By Design did a fantastic job of designing and transforming our back yard last fall. We had some hardscape done in the front yard as well, designed and completed by Gardening By Design. Engelina, our landscape designer, is very attentive to detail, demonstrates extensive knowledge of plants and hardscape materials, and displays unique design skills. She consults her landscape team as well as her clients on a regular basis in order to achieve beautiful results and satisfaction. We were kept informed every step of the way and our input and questions were welcomed. Any added costs were always discussed and explained fully before the additional work was undertaken. The finished product is absolutely gorgeous! We could never have achieved this on our own. We are looking forward to using our new space! **★★★★★ — Christine Bourbonniere, April 2017** > I was extremely pleased and satisfied with Gardening by Design. Engelina was very much in tune with what I wanted for this project. It is a pleasure to work with her. Her design was perfect. She oversaw the execution of it with great skill and professionalism. Everything was on schedule and on budget. I look forward to working with her again. ## Selected projects - [Desert Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/desert-pool-pj-vj~610885) - Location: Ottawa, ON - Photos: 9 - [Forest Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/forest-pool-pj-vj~610908) - Location: Ottawa, ON - Photos: 5 - [Urban Escape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/urban-escape-pj-vj~610924) - Location: Ottawa, ON - Photos: 5 - [Rothwell Heights](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rothwell-heights-pj-vj~2441016) - Location: Ottawa, ON - Photos: 11 - [GbD's Home Office](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gbd-s-home-office-pj-vj~610860) - Location: Ottawa, ON - Photos: 12 - [Calm Sanctuary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/calm-sanctuary-pj-vj~118514) - Location: Ottawa, ON - Photos: 4 - [Manotick](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manotick-pj-vj~2441012) - Location: Ottawa, ON - Photos: 8 - [Sandy Hill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sandy-hill-pj-vj~2441018) - Location: Ottawa, ON - Photos: 6 - [Crosswinds Apartments](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crosswinds-apartments-pj-vj~2441020) - Location: Ottawa, ON - Photos: 12 - [HINTONBURG](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hintonburg-pj-vj~2808394) - Location: Ottawa, ON - Photos: 6 - [On site - Work in progress](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/on-site-work-in-progress-pj-vj~2871181) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 24 [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/gardening-by-design-pfvwus-pf~721544754) ## Ideabooks - [structures](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/35071511/list/structures) — 15 ideas - [banas square cut](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/14283505/list/banas-square-cut) — 7 ideas - [KIRKPATRICK](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/85477340/list/kirkpatrick) — 3 ideas - [outdoor kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/85163582/list/outdoor-kitchen) — 6 ideas - [ELCHAAR](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/84953182/list/elchaar) — 1 idea - [JANE](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75626991/list/jane) — 5 ideas - [my house](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20267046/list/my-house) — 5 ideas - [NAV & MONA](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65832255/list/nav-mona) — 17 ideas - [walsh](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/71727775/list/walsh) — 6 ideas - [darine](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/71713771/list/darine) — 1 idea - [front entrance](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/66948002/list/front-entrance) — 1 idea - [taditional](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20266928/list/taditional) — 5 ideas - [HAMILTON](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53533472/list/hamilton) — 13 ideas - [elise's house](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3436933/list/elise-s-house) — 2 ideas - [Margaret](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31138745/list/margaret) — 1 idea - [Decks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28450405/list/decks) — 18 ideas - [Janina](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27285137/list/janina) — 16 ideas - [JO PO](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27117537/list/jo-po) — 5 ideas - [HEBERT](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/26550410/list/hebert) — 19 ideas - [pools](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18205399/list/pools) — 7 ideas [See all 41 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/engelina) ## Community Q&A **Q: Are the panels 5 ft. high with 1 ft. lattice? Are they 8 ft. wide?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi there, The panels are 6' high with 14" lattice. **Q: What are the dimensions of the pizza oven?** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the dimensions of the pizza oven and is it gas powered? A: Hi Harrison, where did you get the stainless lights from? **Q: Statue** *(in Photo Questions)* Hello where did you get that beautiful statue. A: Hi there, our client had already bought this statue before we started so I'm not sure where it's from. It is very beautiful though isn't it!? **Q: What kind of wood is it?** *(in Photo Questions)* Thanks! A: Hi Jonathan, we didn't build the fence but I believe it is cedar. **Q: Love this fence** *(in Photo Questions)* Is there a design plan for the fencing shown in the photograph? A: No, this fence was already installed when we started on the design, sorry! **Q: House** *(in Photo Questions)* What color is he house? A: Hi Melisse, the house is a very similar blue grey colour to the deck. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*