Charlotte, NC 28278

3D Landscape Design

3D Landscape Design in Charlotte, NC

What is 3D Landscape Design?

3D Landscape Design is a digital visualization process that creates realistic, three-dimensional models of your outdoor spaces.

In modern architecture, the need of 3D landscape design is undebatable.

It allows homeowners and landscapers to see a proposed landscape design from various angles and perspectives, before any physical work begins.

How do 3D Landscape Designs help?

Gone are the days of patchwork in 2D Technical Drawings for your 3D structures.

The magic of 3D landscape design lies in its ability to breathe life into your ideas, and help you visualize your outdoor space way before the construction begins.

a crystal ball on a patio built by lapis patios

See it – before you seed it.

Imagine a crystal ball, but instead of predicting your future, it shows you exactly what your finished landscape will look like.

Let’s gift you a virtual walkthrough of the outdoors which would soon be reality, where we can tweak placement of structures as you see fit.

Your designs are as flexible as your ideas.


Design – perfect for your space.

Got a small-sized front yard? No problem, we can create a design that maximizes every inch of your precious land.

Hilly terrain got you down? We’ll get your slopes in order.

With just a simple 3D landscape design which takes us few hours to design, even the sides covered in tumbleweeds and stray socks can become charming.

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Pick the best plants.

Not sure what grows where? We’ll populate your design with a variety of plants that thrive in your climate and soil type, not just mulch and boxwoods. From colorful hydrangeas, Japanese maple, to native plants that attract butterflies, we’ll create a landscape for you that’s both beautiful and eco-friendly.
plants to conceal utility box

Get sneaky.

Nobody wants to look at an air conditioner while they’re sipping margaritas by the pool, right?

We can help you plan on how to hide those unsightly utility boxes and AC units smartly, without giving up on too much outdoor space.

Outdoor, but with extra features.

Do you dream of a sparkling pool, beside a garden?

In our 3D designs, we will incorporate these stunning water features, along with walkways, patios, and other hardscaping elements, to create a truly cohesive outdoor space.

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Privacy, inside out.

Want to create a backyard sanctuary that shields you from prying eyes, without taking anything away from the look?

Our 3D designs will show you exactly how to use

  • fencing / boulders
  • shrubs
  • clever plant placement

to create your own private backyard.

How do we plan your landscape designs?

When there’s design, there are rules.

Here are some principles we at Lapis Patios follow to ensure that your design is nothing short of a masterpiece.

Site analysis.

We spend quality time in your outdoors, and get to know its hopes and dreams

Functional areas

Decide where you’ll cook tasty burgers, and where your family will do yoga (together).

Scale and proportion.

That life-size statue might look cool in hindsight, but in real-life? It won’t even fit on a small patio. We analyze and advise you on how to position your structures the right way.

Our inspiration for 3D designs, and why we do it.

We are Lapis Patios. But that doesn’t mean we just do patios.

You need a more immersive and accurate picture of your outdoor space-to-be. And we deliver – with flexible 3D designs.


Sure, you could use a free online tool to design your landscape. You could also try to perform surgery after watching a YouTube tutorial.

That’s why we say, don’t risk it. Our designs are:

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Software we use

At Lapis Patios, we use 3D software to create your virtual outdoors first, real outdoors second.

Our engineers have experience creating great landscape designs for happy clients with these software:

  • SketchUp
  • Planner5D
  • Architect 3D
  • Vizterra

 

Some of our designs

Landscape Design vs Landscape Architecture

Landscape design makes pretty gardens.

Landscape architecture shapes civilizations.

Our engineers at Lapis Patios are versed in both.

Landscape Lighting Design

Your outdoor space could be a disco ball on steroids.

Or a romantic dinner setting with Dolly Parton in the background.

Garden Design

We plan your plant placement with precision.

Putting cacti next to the kids’ playground is generally frowned upon.

Modern Landscape Design

Modern landscapes are for you, if you’re all for clean lines and minimalism.

Less drama, more impact.

Sustainable Landscape Design

We’ll help you save the planet, one drought-resistant plant at a time.

Your water bill will thank you, too.

Contemporary Landscape Design

It’s like modern design, but with more attitude.

We can throw in a floating bench or two, and it’ll become your favorite spot.

Elevation Drawings

Because sometimes you need to see how your landscape will look from the side.

It’s like X-ray vision, but for your backyard.

Why Software for 3D Design?

You may ask, why don’t we just make technical drawings for houses like in the older days? The truth is, in a fast-paced world, crayon drawings just don’t cut it. With the help of software, we can:

  • add hardscape elements (rocks, pavers, walls) and softscape elements (plants)
  • apply textures and colors
  • generate multiple viewpoints, because your landscape should look good from every angle, (including from the International Space Station)

We are happy to go over the design specifics with you multiple times, before it actually gets set in stone.

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Landscape Design Costs

The cost of landscape design varies depending on several factors.

While some professionals may charge per square foot, our pricing model is more nuanced so that you get fair and accurate quotes for each unique project.

These are some of the underlying factors which affect the 3D landscape design cost:

Project Scope

The complexity and size of your backyard project.

Site Conditions

Existing landscape, topography, and required site preparation.

Design Complexity

Simple layouts vs. intricate designs with multiple features.

Materials

Selection of hardscape and plant materials for your outdoors.

Special Features

Inclusion of water features, outdoor kitchens, or custom.

Revisions

Number of design iterations required for your project.

Have questions about 3D design
for your next project?

Don’t be shy, contact us today for a free consultation! We’ll help you design and build the perfect foundations for your outdoor space.