How is DesignScapes of North Carolina, Ltd. rated?

DesignScapes of North Carolina, Ltd. is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5

Where does DesignScapes of North Carolina, Ltd. provide services?

DesignScapes of North Carolina, Ltd. provides services in the following areas: Five Points, Knightdale, North Hills, Raleigh, Rolesville, Wake Forest, North Raleigh

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Q: What services does DesignScapes of North Carolina, Ltd. provide?

DesignScapes of North Carolina, Ltd. provides the following services: Drip Irrigation Installation, Drought Tolerant Landscaping, Edible Gardens, Garden Design, Hardscaping, Land Leveling & Grading, Landscape Construction, Landscape Drainage System Installation, Mulching, Organic Gardens, Patio Construction, Paver Installation, Planting, Pool Landscaping, Retaining Wall Construction, Sod Installation, Tree Planting

About Us

4x Best of Houzz winner

33 years in business

Woman owned

Raleigh's Luxury Landscape Design Resource Since 1987

DesignScapes is a Raleigh landscaping firm specializing in custom residential landscaping design and installation. DesignScapes was established in 1987 in Raleigh, North Carolina by Susan Downing. The landscaping company has since been serving the Triangle area with custom landscape design and installation, along with our outstanding customer service. At DesignScapes, our passion for the beauty of nature is evident in everything we do. Just examine our landscaping portfolio and you’ll discover an array of appealing and vivid designs that enhance their natural surroundings. Our focus is on delivering ideas and solutions that enhance your dream landscape. Our extensive knowledge of plant pairings and seasonal color means you will enjoy your new Raleigh landscaping year round.

Services Provided

Drip Irrigation Installation, Drought Tolerant Landscaping, Edible Gardens, Garden Design, Hardscaping, Land Leveling & Grading, Landscape Construction, Landscape Drainage System Installation, Mulching, Organic Gardens, Patio Construction, Paver Installation, Planting, Pool Landscaping, Retaining Wall Construction, Sod Installation, Tree Planting

Areas Served

Five Points, Knightdale, North Hills, Raleigh, Rolesville, Wake Forest, North Raleigh

Awards

Best of Houzz Winner 2014-2017 Best of Houzz Winner Service 2022

22 Projects

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Business Details

Business Name

DesignScapes of North Carolina, Ltd.

Phone Number

(919) 890-3707

Website

www.designscapesofnc.com

Address

P.O. Box 99009
Raleigh, NC 27624

License Number

0287

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134 Followers

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Featured Review

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elizabethphoto

Susan and her team were amazing to work with! They came in to help with yard clean up for me and accomplished in one morning what would have taken me months to do on my own. It was so wonderful! I look forward to working with her again!Read Full Review

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14 Reviews for DesignScapes of North Carolina, Ltd.

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HU-434269592

In 2020 they redesigned our front and side landscaping - removed older plants and completely reworked the look of our landscaping. Susan has done numerous yards in our neighborhood and had several good recommendations on the look and function of her work. She was very helpful with suggesting easy to care for plans and with any changes that needed to be made during the project. Her staff were hard working and polite on site. We continue to like and get compliments on our new easy care landscaping.

March 9, 2021

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Bonnie Elek

I cannot say enought great things about this business. I lost 22 knockout roses and I was sick. Susan came out and said we will make it better. She did just that and I could not be happier. I am going to hire her for more of my projects.

February 24, 2021

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Helen Mikkola

DesignScapes of North Carolina has done jobs for two different homes. Susan and her crew are wonderful to work with. Susan does a great job in listening to her clients ideas and presents a wonderful plan. If you are looking for honest, reliable company to do your landscape project, this is the company for you.

October 26, 2016

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finsoft

This was the best decision we ever made to hire DesignScapes. From the planning to the installation of our new landscape, Susan and her team were just absolutely wonderful to work with. I am so happy I let them do more than just the front of our house. I think it says it all to share that tears actually came to my eyes when I stepped out back after our plant bed was totally transformed with stone surround and new plants. I can't get enough of the new spectacular view from the back porch. And the view out front as well!

September 29, 2014

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edwardmadlon

I first worked with Susan 20+ years ago when we moved to Raleigh and had our house built. Susan designed and installed our initial foundation plants and natural areas. She did a great job. Recently, when considering alternatives for our grassy areas, we discovered Susan was still in the area and doing landscaping work. We contacted her and have had her install a new lawn and do additional work on our natural areas. Susan's very easy to work with and has great people working for her. We've had bad experiences with others over the years and were thrilled to be working with her again, after so many years. I would definitely recommend contacting Susan. You'll be very happy with the results.

February 23, 2014

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elizabethphoto

Susan and her team were amazing to work with! They came in to help with yard clean up for me and accomplished in one morning what would have taken me months to do on my own. It was so wonderful! I look forward to working with her again!

February 17, 2014

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eholm

We have used Design Scapes of Raleigh for more than 8 years. That in itself says how great they are! The success of this company is absolutely because of the owner Susan Downing. She is honest ,very friendly and sweet and really knows her stuff. We will never use any other landscaping company .

February 17, 2014

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51165678

DesignScapes has landscaped two yards for us. Each time they have been professional and met all of our expectations. The price for each job was within the budget and deadline given. The plants and colors were exactly what we pictured for our yard. We look forward to continuing our relationship with DesignScapes. One job was at Wakefield and the other in Wildwood Green in 2000 and 2013. We will continue building our landscape in Wildwood Green this Spring/Summer as this was an older home with alot of improvements needed. With the knowledge and experience of this company we will build our dream yard.

February 15, 2014

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heelnraleigh

Design Scapes has provided design, planting, mulching, trimming services for me-their quality is excellent and they do their work in a timely efficient manner. I would highly recommend them

February 14, 2014

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hollsome

Susan and her team helped my wife and I with a vision we had for our backyard. We had a large portion of our backyard re-sodded with a summer grass, 10 trees planted, a patio area and pathway laid with flagstone, and finally a stone wall built. Our backyard was transformed both visually and functionally. Susan's team were hard workers and accepted direction from my wife and I each step of way as we shrived to come as close as possible to our original vision. Susan herself is a lovely person and a pleasure to work with and be around. I would recommend Susan to others.

February 13, 2014

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cynthiak58

Susan has done several projects on our property over the past 10 years. She is very thorough in her process making sure to go over the pro's and con's of each possible plant we could put into the landscape plans. Susan also is very cognizant of adjoining properties and how our decisions may impact the design and/or property as the plants grow to maturity. Her final designs have included hardscape, irrigation, low growing shrubs, privacy shrubs and wonderful trees. We live on a golf course and every year get compliments on how beautiful our complete garden and landscaping looks.

February 13, 2014

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psgrove

We were thrilled having Designscapes work with us...... Talented, dedicated, honest, prompt are just a few words that describe Susan and her hard working team! We have been associated with Designscapes for several years and have never been disappointed with the results - from shrubbery to annuals. Over the past few years our yard, which was a work in progress has matured to a perfectly beautiful state! Susan always knows where to plant the annuals for a complete look that brings everything together! We definitely recommend this great team! Patty and Ronnie

October 8, 2013

Jasmine Medoff

Susan and the team at Designscapes are absolutely wonderful! Susan personally came to our house before work began on every project, and looked for ways to give us the most for our budget. Her team was professional, clean and the work was spectacular. The landscaping made sense for our yard and family. We recommended Designscares to our parents and they also had a wonderful experience. They had retaining walls, yard clean up and new plantings installed and the work was completely wonderful. Susan is lovely to talk to, responds quickly to your needs, and has helped us manage the landscaping on our property while we have it on the market and our living out of state. Love love love Designscapes!

October 5, 2013

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dsschofield

Susan Downing, the owner of DesignScapes, is very creative yet singularly focused on how the landscape design would complement the architectural design of our home and its setting. She was very easy to work with and understood our goals and respected our budget. Her employees are super and respected the rest of our property. We continue to use her for other projects.

August 20, 2013

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6 Comments

Commented: Is the groundcover Vinca Minor? Thank you.Yes, Alicia, the ground cover is Vinca Minor.

August 1, 2015

Commented: What type of tree is to the left of the maple? (tall)Hi bramsha, it is a Weeping Yaupon Holly.

February 26, 2015

Commented: I LOVE the exterior paint!MaryAnn, thank you for your question. We actually just did the landscaping so I'm unsure of the trim and wall colors. I would hate to tell you the wrong thing! :) Have a nice day.

January 28, 2015

Commented: Love the table and chairs. Where are they from?could you please tell us where we can find the chairs or the table?

October 22, 2014

Commented: what kind of stone?Tennessee Variegated Flagstone

March 23, 2014

Commented: Love your work! Keep the great pics coming!Thank you! We uploaded a few more yesterday!

July 15, 2013

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