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TKL Design Incorporated. Thomas@TKL-Design.com
Vancouver, British Columbia V5Y1X9
Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia V5Y1X9
Canada
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TKL Design Inc.
CREATING A UNIFIED AND AUTHENTIC WHOLE;
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THOMAS KYLE has been practicing landscape design, site planning and project management for over 20 years. He received his Bachelor Degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of British Columbia and his Diploma in Fine Arts from the Victoria College of Art.
HE BELIEVES that the process of design requires step-by-step consultation, to clearly identify the client’s objectives and goals. He believes that these will be site, client, theme and architecturally specific. The coming together of all of these elements results in a project that truthfully reflects – and respects – both the client and their budget.
HE BRINGS his extensive, hands on experience to every project. He guides the process forward, and always remains focused on designing cohesive, integrated and beautiful living spaces, from 5 acre estates and waterfront properties to intimate backyards and green roofs.
THOMAS UNDERSTANDS how to collaborate with a team of professionals and is committed to both environmental stewardship and design elegance. He has worked with clients and architects from New York to Seattle and from Vancouver to Los Angeles.
HIS GREATEST STRENGTH is perhaps his capacity to listen to and reflect on the client’s deepest aspirations. He feels that a core, elegant design solution is latent in every project, one that respects the site, those aspirations and the budget. He works with the client to uncover that elegant, perfect solution.
HIS CLIENTS SPEAK highly of his work. In the 2010 edition of Luxe Magazine, one of them is quoted as saying, “So special is the one and a half acre site that the design team spearheaded by Landscape Designer THOMAS KYLE has created a house with a strong sense of being perfect.”
THOMAS KYLE has been awarded “Best Of Remodeling” 2012 and 2013 by Houzz, the leading online platform for residential remodeling and design. The Landscape Design company, TKL-Design, was chosen by the more than 1.2 million registered members of the Houzz community.
Services Provided
3D Rendering, Custom Fire Pits, Custom Water Features, Deck Design, Drought Tolerant Landscaping, Edible Gardens, Garden Design, Gazebo Design & Construction, Green Roofing, Hardscaping, Landscape Design, Landscape Plans, Living Walls, Natural Swimming Pools, Organic Gardens, Outdoor Lighting Design, Patio Design, Pool Landscaping, Project Management, Site Planning, Swimming Pool Design
Areas Served
Vancouver, Lower Mainland, and the US
Awards
Bachelor of Landscape Archiecture university of British Columbia. Associate 4 year design program from the Victoria College of Art ( AVCA)Best design award from HOUZZ 2013Best design award from HOUZZ 2012
15 Projects for TKL Design Inc.

British Properties Contemporary
14 photos

British Properties Contemporary II
13 photos

Contemporary in Vancouver
13 photos

Vancouver, BC
Classical Water Garden in Shaughnessy
12 photos

Beverly Hills: Tuscan Estate
11 photos

White Rock, BC
Ocean Vista
9 photos

Vancouver, BC
Crescent Beach: English Perennial
10 photos

Vancouver, BC
A Tiny Courtyard: Vancouver
8 photos

Seattle, WA
Contemporary: Chuckanut Ridge
15 photos

Beverly Hills Sculpture Garden
11 photos

Shaughnessy Vancouver: A SMALL GARDEN
8 photos

West Vancouver, BC
Rolling Terraces
9 photos
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4 Reviews for TKL Design Inc.

Stephanie McGregor
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I had recently completed the the Houzz form for some patio landscaping we need to have done. I received a call within just a few minutes from Thomas. I explained that our project was quite small and I didn't know if his team would even work on something so small. It turns out they don't but Thomas offered 15 minutes of suggestions including the types of shrubs to consider, what information to bring to the nursery and how to do the project myself. He showed me some of his projects and examples of patio boxes and creative ideas to consider. I just wanted to point out an example of excellent customer service even when no money was exchanged. Considering my experience I would highly recommend Thomas and his team.
February 11, 2020

Rud Browne
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Client
I first hired Thomas Kyle 25 years ago when he was studying Landscape Architecture at UBC. I saw magic in his designs, so I asked him to design the garden of my first home. Then 8 years later I asked him to design my second home, followed by the grounds at our corporate headquarters. Then 17 years later I asked him to lead a team of design professionals to completely redesign my home and grounds near Chuckanut drive overlooking the ocean. Again, he delivered magic. A sophisticated complex multi-million dollar project which he designed, managed and delivered with a strong sense of being perfect. The project has won design awards, it’s been published and its received much acclaim, but for me and my family it’s simply our beautiful home. Without hesitation I recommend TKL-Design.
April 15, 2017

Joan Jones
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Client
Thomas Kyle helped us design our garden and select plantings for our 1912 Craftsman bungalow home, situated in a neighborhood of similar older houses. He almost magically created a beautiful, harmonious flow to our garden, giving us the privacy we needed but also accentuating the charm of our older home. We had a limited budget, which Kyle stayed well within. He selected a variety of native plantings and arranged them in such a way that transformed our small city lot into various intimate spaces, all the while keeping to a strong overall "English country garden" concept. Seventeen years later, our garden has matured beautifully, and we remain deeply grateful to Kyle for his outstanding design, professionalism, knowledge and overall vision.
April 13, 2017

kiradales
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Client
We initially hired TKL-Design to do our garden in Crescent Beach BC in the form of a traditional English Perennial Style. He truly transformed the garden into a story-book with an inviting winding stone pathway meandering through beautiful gardens of flowers, shrubs and trees . It doesn't matter where you stand in the garden - the small as well as the large is exquisite and consistent. We are now building a new contemporary home in White Rock BC and once again have turned to Thomas Kyle - principal designer and owner of TKL-Design, for the landscaping. His ideas so far are perfect for the sight and our lifestyle. We are very impressed by his bold creativity, yet he knows when to hold back for the full impact as well. He is a true professional with all the knowledge of the trade. Both our architect as well as our builder couldn't be happier with our choice of using TKL-Design.
March 1, 2015
Commented: Are these yew and lavandula x intermedia?Thank you for your question:
Yes, the hedge material is Taxus (yew) and the
It is Lavender "hidcote" blue.
September 14, 2012
Commented: What is the decking material around the pool?Thank you Penelope for your question and observations: the deck material is clear, knot free cedar, finished as per house colour : take care
August 2, 2012
Commented: Is there a special grass used, one that does not grow very fast and does not require maintenance?Thank you for your question.
The grass is hi- quality artificial turf.
It requires no maintenance.
July 25, 2012
Commented: type of plants used?Thank you for your interest.
Some of the plants used are:
Yarrow, Lavendula "hidcote blue", delphiniums, Viburnum (multiple varieties)
Trees include: Magnolia and Styrax Japonicus
July 16, 2012
Commented: I love this idea. May I see more of this contemporary project?Thank you for your interest and question.
Thomas Kyle
Principal
TKL-Design
July 13, 2012
Commented: porch swing gate.swing gate
June 12, 2012
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