Sustainable Landscape Design: Residential | Commercial | Urban
Nelson Design Associates (NDA) is an award winning firm that specializes in sustainable landscape design. NDA has quickly gained a reputation for its unique design philosophy, integrity and sustainable design approach. We take pride in our “outside the box” approach to design and focus on providing design solutions that meet our client’s core needs while also creating vibrant spaces.
We work with a variety of clients including residential homeowners, developers,engineers & architects, installation contractors, municipalities, and many more. They seek our services because we deliver high quality design services comparable to larger scale firms, with the hands-on personal service of a small business.
In addition to landscape design, NDA offers project management and construction services, overseeing designs to final completion. NDA is a true advocate of our clients, honoring their vision and character in every aspect of our work.
Keywords: landscape design, landscape designer, landscape architect, landscape architecture, landscaping, landscape contractor, site planning, sustainable design
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
4 years, practicing for over 14 years.
What is your primary product or service?
Landscape design for residential, commercial, and urban/municipal projects. we specialize in sustainable design and are LEED AP and have experience in Sustainable SITES.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I've been practicing for over 14 years. I've always enjoyed design and nature, so the landscape architecture profession was a great fit. I've had great clients and business relationships, who encouraged me to start my own company a few years back.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We have close partnerships with landscape contractors, who compete to install our designs. We manage the construction process, and have a deep understanding of what it takes to do a proper installation. Our construction partners have agreed to discount our design fees from their contracts, so the design works out to be free in the end. The customers own the custom designs, and have full ownership and control on how it is implemented.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
I currently have only one location but am mobile and able to work in several office spaces throughout the area. We like to maintain a small, customer oriented office so expansion is not a major priority.
Provide detailed directions to your location
I come to you!
What type of payments do you accept?
Check and cash.
Which areas do you service?
All of the Chicagoland area
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Matt Nelson
What are your hours of operation?
8-5 M-F
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
That they love their landscape and use it every day. I love to know the customer's investment pays off, and they get enjoyment out of it. I really enjoy helping them turn their dreams into a reality no matter how big their dreams are or what their budget is.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect. ~Aldo Leopold, A Sand County Almanac