Susan Schlenger Landscape Design

We create customized landscape designs that balance creativity with functionality. Our process begins with understanding your property's unique characteristics and your vision for outdoor living spaces. From concept to implementation, we ensure seamless integration of hardscapes, plantings, and architectural elements.

Specialized backyard transformations incorporating specialty gardens, outdoor kitchens, and landscape structures. We optimize space usage while maintaining aesthetic harmony with your home's architecture. Our designs consider practical elements like drainage and sun exposure for year-round usability.

Integrated pool design services that consider property topography and existing landscape features. We coordinate pool placement, paving materials, and safety fencing to create cohesive outdoor environments. Our approach ensures optimal placement for both aesthetic appeal and functional enjoyment.

Custom patio designs featuring diverse paving options and functional elements like seat walls. We create outdoor living spaces that extend your home's usable area while maintaining visual continuity with surrounding landscapes. Our plans consider traffic flow and entertainment needs.

Optional project oversight ensuring design accuracy during construction. We coordinate with qualified contractors to maintain design integrity throughout implementation. This service guarantees proper material selection and adherence to design specifications for successful project completion.

Rutgers University graduate with 20+ years of landscape architecture experience. Recipient of multiple design awards for innovative residential landscape solutions. Specializes in creating functional outdoor spaces that enhance property value and usability.

We provide landscape design services throughout New Jersey and surrounding regions.

Yes, we offer full-service design and optional project management for complete landscape transformations.

Our designs integrate swimming pools with existing landscapes, considering property topography and usage needs.

Yes, we employ 3D modeling to help visualize final landscape outcomes before implementation.

We recommend experienced professionals who maintain our quality standards for project execution.

We oversee implementation to ensure design accuracy, material quality, and proper construction techniques.

I hired Susan after looking at some of her work online to assist me with my home's front yard landscape. My house had a number of overgrown bushes that I had ripped out, so it was a blank slate. As I began working on my design I realized I needed some help. I live in an area with lots of deer and needed assistance selecting deer resistant plants, in addition to the design. As part of the process I emailed Susan photos of my homes fascade, reviewed my ideas ( I had drafted a simple design on graph paper ), shared some of the photos I had saved for inspiration, and discussed the type of plants I liked. Susan came up with a design beyond what I could have come up on my own.

Once I started the installation of the plants there were a couple of plants that were hard to find due to limited supplies due to Covid 19, and Susan was able to promptly provide alternatives. I found Susan very responsive ( she did the design for me remotely ), easy to work with, and I was very satisfied with her landscape design services. If you are looking to take your yard/ garden to the next level I would definitely recommend her.

Last year we used Susan to create new landscaping design for our front yard. After visiting our house 2-3 times to get all measurements, etc., Susan presented a detailed up to scale design with a list of all plants. The design included stone walkway, front steps and lighting. During implementation process Susan was always ready and available to answer all questions and suggested plant replacement when original was not readily available. The end product was spectacular and all neighbors and friends love it. Now we using Susan expertise to create landscaping design for part of our back yard. We are sure it will have same result.

Susan Schlenger recently did a landscape design for us that was magnificent. When our landscaper saw the design he immediately contacted Susan to do work for him. Thanks so much Susan!

S James - You sound extremely knowledgeable, specific and articulate. Its a wonder you needed a Landscape Designer at all. You should have done it yourself. Susan Schlenger Landscape Design - Susan designed plantings for a small area on the side of my house that is just delightful. It seems every week there is a surprise with another burst of color. No mulch needed, she used natural plant ground cover.

I've just asked Susan now to help me with designs for the front of my house. Susan is a dedicated professional with an elegant eye and I cannot wait to work with her again and see what lovely ideas she will present to me.