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address: "102 John Street, Gananoque, Ontario K7G 1A5, Canada"
latitude: 44.332
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phone: "(613) 483-8542"
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rating: 5
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# Derue Designs

Original Houzz profile: [Derue Designs](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/derue-designs-pfvwus-pf~847265098)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers
- **Location:** Gananoque, ON
- **Serves:** 1000 Islands Ontario, Gananoque, Kingston and surrounding areas
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (8 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2022), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 100 Ideabook Saves

It’s my job to make your life more beautiful!
My name is Rhonda Derue and I am the designer that you will speak with when you contact Derue Designs. As a landscape designer I bring my 20+ years of horticulture experience, formal training as a Fine Artist (including set design/construction, public space mural painting, multimedia sculpture), completed multiple industry approved courses through Landscape Ontario and CAD based computer training to inform and construct the designs that are created for residential and commercial landscape purposes.

### Services Provided

- Landscape Design
- Garden Design
- Hardscaping
- Landscape Plans
- Patio Design
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
- Site Planning
- Pool Landscaping
- Custom Fire Pits
- Swimming Pool Design
- Custom Water Features
- Design Consultation
- Outdoor Lighting Design
- Deck Design
- 3D Rendering
- Project Management
- Drafting
- Shed Design & Construction
- Edible Gardens
- Potted Plants
- Artificial Living Walls

### Areas Served

- 1000 Islands Ontario
- Gananoque
- Kingston and surrounding areas

### Typical Job Cost

See web site for details

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Derue Designs |
| Address | 102 John Street, Gananoque, Ontario K7G 1A5, Canada |
| Phone | (613) 483-8542 |
| Website | http://deruedesigns.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 28 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Derue Designs](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/derue-designs-pfvwus-pf~847265098)
- **Website:** http://deruedesigns.com
- **Phone:** (613) 483-8542

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Certified Landscape Designer (CLD)
- Landscape Ontario Design Award winner 2018, 2020,2021,2022
- Neil VanderKruck Top Landscape Design in Ontario 2022
- CNLA National Award of Landscape Excellence\_Top three landscape Design in Canada 2024

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2022), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 8 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### All 8 reviews

**★★★★★ — Jen Liptrot, May 2021**

> Rhonda provided a comprehensive landscape plan for our existing century-old farmhouse, which had a number of very interesting design challenges that needed to be carefully thought through. She was an absolute delight to work with and brought a great vision to the overall plan that was lightyears ahead of what could ever have contemplated ourselves -- but which, at the end of the day, we know will be totally achievable. She was a great listener in terms of our preferences and needs and we'd be delighted to work with her again!

**Comment from Derue Designs:**

> Thank you very much Jen for the great review!
> Wishing you and your family years of joy from your home
> and landscape renovation efforts!
> Rhonda

**★★★★★ — Rick, Sept. 2020**

> Working with Rhonda has been a great experience.
>
> She is professional, takes the time to listen to her client’s needs and is creative throughout the whole process. She liaised with contractors she trusts to ensure a smooth process.
>
> Her vision for our front and back yards will transform them from bland, impersonal landscapes to stylish and peaceful retreats.
>
> We highly recommend Derue Designs!

**Comment from Derue Designs:**

> Thanks for the great review Rick and Veronica! It was a pleasure working with you. I wish you many happy years of enjoyment in your new landscape.

**★★★★★ — Ryan & Megan, March 2018**

> Rhonda saved us time, money and stress.  Our project was a big one that took 6 mths, multiple companies and a lot of people.  Our project is our dream come true and it would not look anything like the finished product without Rhonda.  She was integral in every facet of our space; from the design, stone selection, placements, flower selection, roof structure design and finishes.  She has trades that are skilled and easy to have in your space that she has worked with for years and are excellent in their area of expertise (carpenters, painters, landscape companies, screens, landscape lighting, etc.).  We would never undertake a future project without utilizing Rhonda.  Our friends, family and neighbours got to know her by first name after how much we spoke about her!  We had a continual slogan in our home that "everyone needs Rhonda!"
> We are continually grateful to Rhonda and what she has created for us to enjoy as a family for many years to come.

**Comment from Derue Designs:**

> Dear Megan and Ryan,
> Thank you so much for the great review!
> I am very grateful for your enthusiastic thumbs up comments.
> It is those kind reviews that help bring more great people like yourselves to work with me.
> Much appreciated!
> Best regards,
> Rhonda

**★★★★★ — Sara Copestake, June 2017**

> I would work with Rhonda again,she is so easy to work with and listens to what you want.
> We have hired Rhonda for another plan in our garden and will continue to work with her as we tackle new areas of the garden

**★★★★★ — Beth & Martin tenHove, April 2017**

> Rhonda designed a complete landscape plan for our front yard last year.  She was professional, flexible, dependable & an absolute pleasure to work with. She was our project manager as well on this job & demonstrated excellent communication & planning skills.  Her vision for our yard was beautiful & took into account all of the items on our wish list. A delight from beginning to end, easily earns our 5 star rating!

**★★★★★ — Pamela H., Sept. 2015**

> We had the pleasure of working with Rhonda in 2014.
> She provided us with a new design for our front and back yards, and to oversee all work done on the newly designed gardens.  At our first meeting, we were impressed by the interesting ideas she presented and by her willingness to find options that fit with our vision and needs.  We are delighted with the finished product!  Rhonda's landscape plans have totally transformed the look of our property.  Her design of the front steps and well placed stone column with light picks up on the architectural details of our house and has created a welcoming entrance to our home.  A section of the lawn that always died due to shading from a nearby large tree has become a lovely and artistic bed of river rock with carefully placed decorative stones. Rhonda is willing to go "the extra mile" when helping her clients.  She sourced our decorative rocks in a quarry outside of Ottawa and hand selected each one!  All deadlines were met, and timelines discussed.  Rhonda respected our budget and was professional in all of her dealings with us. We would highly recommend her services.
>  Pamela and Paul, Ottawa

**★★★★★ — tb2500, March 2015**

> We are exceptionally happy with the design and service provided by Ms. Derue.  Her approach to our needs was comprehensive, but flexible.  She brought a lot of options to the table that we hadn't thought of, and adapted quickly to our change requests - ultimately delivering a terrific back yard design.  We hope to work with her again on future landscaping projects.

**★★★★★ — Tamara Mercier, March 2015**

> I hired Rhonda to provide me with a redesign of my front yard and steps. She made the process very easy; she was patient, professional and always respectful of my suggestions. Rhonda managed to shape my rambling, vague notion of what I wanted into a tangible design. The result is a wonderfully curated narrative that marries well with the style of our home and perfectly reflects our design sensibilities.
>
> I would highly recommend Rhonda Drerue; she is a true talent.

## Selected projects

- [Eagle Point](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eagle-point-pj-vj~7529199)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
- [CNLA Top Three Design in Canada\_National Award of Landscape Excellence\_2024](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cnla-top-three-design-in-canada-national-award-of-landscape-excellence-2024-pj-vj~7500912)
  - Location: Kingston, ON
  - Photos: 6
- [Award Winning Backyard 'Serenity'](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/award-winning-backyard-serenity-pj-vj~6729426)
  - Location: Kingston, ON
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Outdoor Kitchen
- [Westwinds\_Award Winning Landscape Design 2021](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/westwinds-award-winning-landscape-design-2021-pj-vj~6459975)
  - Location: Mallorytown, ON
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: Landscape Ontario Landscape Design Winner in the over 5000 sq feet category
- [Award Winning Pool Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/award-winning-pool-landscape-pj-vj~6149694)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Front Yard Vegetables!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-yard-vegetables-pj-vj~2298324)
  - Location: Gananoque, ON
  - Photos: 6
- [City front Fantastic!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/city-front-fantastic-pj-vj~1006724)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Leo Lake cedar shake home design and naturalized landscape design.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/leo-lake-cedar-shake-home-design-and-naturalized-landscape-design-pj-vj~999981)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6

[See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/derue-designs-pfvwus-pf~847265098)

## Ideabooks

- [180 Kanata Woods Idea Book](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/181202069/list/180-kanata-woods-idea-book) — 20 ideas
- [Outdoor Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/181100542/list/outdoor-kitchens) — 2 ideas
- [Pool Pavilions](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/181055054/list/pool-pavilions) — 6 ideas
- [Outdoor Planter Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/174886465/list/outdoor-planter-ideas) — 25 ideas
- [kitchen ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32235077/list/kitchen-ideas) — 44 ideas
- [nice archiectecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3817519/list/nice-archiectecture) — 32 ideas
- [kitchen ideas to share](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114912767/list/kitchen-ideas-to-share) — 5 ideas
- [Victorian Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65485716/list/victorian-fireplace) — 14 ideas
- [bathroom ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32182259/list/bathroom-ideas) — 26 ideas
- [laundry rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/56530972/list/laundry-rooms) — 7 ideas
- [covered areas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/63319058/list/covered-areas) — 3 ideas
- [plant design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3817285/list/plant-design) — 12 ideas
- [pools](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2363981/list/pools) — 36 ideas
- [awesome stairs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50950862/list/awesome-stairs) — 6 ideas
- [entry ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/56530640/list/entry-ideas) — 6 ideas
- [privacy screens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10453682/list/privacy-screens) — 21 ideas
- [modern landscapes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10453286/list/modern-landscapes) — 24 ideas
- [outdoor kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11069025/list/outdoor-kitchen) — 25 ideas
- [Glorious Gates](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53046216/list/glorious-gates) — 7 ideas
- [fire feature](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/10453645/list/fire-feature) — 8 ideas

[See all 42 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/deruedesigns)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-13.*