Business Details
Your Trusted Landscape Design Partner in Portland
Elemental Romanticism is a Portland-based landscape design firm specializing in creating outdoor spaces that harmonize with Pacific Northwest ecosystems. Founded by a classically trained sculptor and landscape designer, the business combines artistic vision with sustainable practices to deliver functional, wildlife-friendly environments. Our services include full landscape designs, planting plans, garden maintenance, and unique tree carving projects that transform natural elements into art. We prioritize native plants and permaculture principles to reduce water usage while enhancing biodiversity. Clients benefit from personalized consultations, 3D design capabilities, and tailored solutions for challenging landscapes.Our commitment to environmental stewardship is reflected in backyard habitat certification programs and educational outreach. With expertise in pet-friendly landscaping, edible gardens, and homestead design, we serve Portland metro area clients seeking both aesthetic beauty and ecological responsibility. Our team's background in sculpture and land art brings a distinctive creative perspective to every project. We offer transparent pricing with hourly rates for design and maintenance services, ensuring flexibility for diverse client needs. Recognized as a Top 20 Best in Gardening and Landscaping for 2022, we continue to innovate while maintaining a client-centered approach.
Services
Landscape Design
Tree Carving
Garden Maintenance
Planting Plans
Backyard Certification
Highlights and features
- We offer 3D design capabilities for challenging landscapes
- Specialize in Pacific Northwest native plants and sustainable practices
- Provide hourly-rate services with 10-hour minimum flexibility
- Unique tree carving expertise transforms natural elements into art
- Recognized as Top 20 Best in Gardening and Landscaping 2022
What people say
Amazing landscape plan
Complete plan with native plants
Artistic designer
Low maintenance
Fantastic plan
Services
Landscape Design
Custom landscape designs incorporating Pacific Northwest native plants and sustainable practices. Our process includes initial consultations, 3D modeling for challenging spaces, and detailed planting plans. Clients receive tailored solutions that balance aesthetics with ecological benefits while supporting local wildlife habitats.
Tree Carving
Artistic tree carving transforming snags, stumps, and nurse logs into functional wildlife habitats. This service combines classical sculpture techniques with ecological design to create unique garden features that enhance biodiversity while maintaining visual appeal in outdoor spaces.
Garden Maintenance
Ongoing garden maintenance services focusing on sustainable practices. Includes pruning, weed removal, and seasonal adjustments to maintain landscape health. Our approach preserves ecological balance while ensuring client properties remain visually appealing and functionally optimized throughout the year.
Planting Plans
Detailed planting plans tailored to property-specific conditions. Services include plant selection for various needs like privacy screening, pet-friendliness, and edible gardening. We create customized layouts that maximize ecological benefits while meeting aesthetic preferences and practical requirements.
Backyard Certification
Backyard habitat certification assistance through Portland Audubon's program. Includes site assessments and implementation plans that create ecologically responsible outdoor spaces. This service helps clients achieve environmental goals without compromising on design quality or property aesthetics.
People
Beth
Landscape Designer
Classically trained sculptor and landscape designer specializing in Pacific Northwest native plants. Combines artistic vision with ecological expertise to create functional outdoor spaces. Offers personalized consultations and 3D design solutions for residential clients.
Questions
What landscape design services do you offer?
We provide full landscape designs, planting plans, and design consultations using 3D modeling for challenging spaces in the Portland metro area.
Do you work with native plants?
Yes, we specialize in Pacific Northwest native plants that require less water while supporting local wildlife and pollinators in sustainable garden designs.
What is your tree carving service?
Our unique tree carving transforms snags and stumps into artistic wildlife habitats using classical sculpture techniques for distinctive garden features.
Can you help with backyard habitat certification?
Yes, we assist with Portland Audubon's Backyard Habitat Certification Program through site assessments and implementation plans tailored to your property.
What maintenance services are available?
We offer garden maintenance including pruning, weed removal, and seasonal adjustments using sustainable practices to preserve ecological balance and visual appeal.
How are your services priced?
Design services start at $80/hr with 10-hour minimums, consultations begin at $200 for 2 hours, and maintenance is $60/hr with flexible scheduling options.
Reviews (1)
Marianne Doyle
Dec 16, 2020
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I bought a house last fall. Later I saw Beth's work on Facebook and immediately contacted her to create a map of my yard, identifying the plants there and to provide information on how to care and maintain what I have. Then COVID hit. I engaged her services to assist me in maintaining the yard. She was very communicative and her work was stellar and just a work of art. I would recommend her to anyone looking for this help.
