Portland's historic districts demand landscaping that complements original home styles. Our team specializes in researching and recreating features from specific eras.
For Craftsman bungalows in neighborhoods like Alberta Arts, we source vintage-style concrete pavers and build tapered piers to match original porch columns. Plant selections mirror early 20th century preferences - think peonies, bearded iris, and dwarf fruit trees.
We document all original landscape features before making changes, preserving elements like old-growth laurel hedges or original brick pathways. For homes undergoing historic review, we provide drawings that meet Architectural Heritage Center guidelines.
For Craftsman bungalows in neighborhoods like Alberta Arts, we source vintage-style concrete pavers and build tapered piers to match original porch columns. Plant selections mirror early 20th century preferences - think peonies, bearded iris, and dwarf fruit trees.
We document all original landscape features before making changes, preserving elements like old-growth laurel hedges or original brick pathways. For homes undergoing historic review, we provide drawings that meet Architectural Heritage Center guidelines.
Our Process
- 01 Step 1: Archival research of your home's era and neighborhood
- 02 Step 2: Inventory of existing landscape features worth preserving
- 03 Step 3: Design presentation with historical reference images
- 04 Step 4: Installation using traditional techniques and materials
Benefits
- Increases property value in historic districts
- Uses plants proven to thrive in Portland for 100+ years
- Meets strict renovation guidelines for landmark homes
- Authentic hardscaping that ages beautifully
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you match my 1920s home's original landscape?
We've compiled a database of Portland landscaping catalogs from 1900-1940 and can often source or recreate period features like cast iron edging or clinker brick borders.
What if my historic home needs modern functionality?
We discreetly incorporate contemporary elements like irrigation systems beneath traditional planting schemes, maintaining the vintage aesthetic while adding convenience.