Delivering Beauty and Sustainability through Our Landscaping Services in Oak Park, IL and surrounding areas
Artful Design, Expert Project Management, and Eco-friendly
Solutions for Residential and Commercial Properties
Oak Park, Illinois, is an area steeped in artistic heritage, from its history as the birthplace of Ernest Hemingway to being the home of Frank Lloyd Wright. The legacy of these renowned creators endures in the area’s beautifully preserved historic homes and residents' commitment to maintaining the community's artistic and natural appeal.
Our work began in Oak Park in 2010 when founders Nathan and Lola Wright launched Nathan Wright Landscape Design. Raising their four children in the Gunderson Historic District, Oak Park has been home for many of our team members for years. Our design style has been deeply appreciated by the Oak Park and River Forest communities.
At Nathan Wright Landscape Design, our passionate team of landscape architects, designers, horticulturists, industry leaders, and talented artists is inspired by the dedication of Oak Park property owners. We are delighted to provide landscaping services that match the neighborhood's unwavering focus on sustainability, beauty, and functionality. Our comprehensive design, build, and maintain approach ensures we cater to all your landscaping needs, creating stunning, practical outdoor spaces and maintaining their lasting beauty.
Our modern naturalistic landscape design is grounded in capturing the essence of each environment—integrating the surroundings, architecture, seasonal changes, and your individual preferences into a single harmonious design. We meticulously select plants and high-quality hardscape materials in consideration of Oak Park's local soil and climate.
Collaboration & Teamwork
Together we can achieve much more than any individual on their own. Every member of our team plays an essential role in our creative process. When our efforts are well-coordinated, our work looks and feels easeful.
Learning & Mentorship
We are all, always learning. And sometimes the best way to learn is to teach. Our work provides the perfect platform for learning by doing. We engage in a feedback rich environment where we are constantly striving to better ourselves and our work.
Creativity & Innovation
Every project represents a unique opportunity, a solution waiting to be discovered. We are expert problem solvers. Landscapes are our canvas, and plants are our creative medium.
Relationships & Responsibility
The success of our work is correlated to the strength of our relationships. We must take care of those we rely on—this includes our clients, our team members, and all of our project partners to ensure long-term, sustainable success.
Design & Beauty
Intentional and thoughtful design is the essence of our work. A well-considered plan and expert execution always produces an elegant result. We take great pride in the beautiful places that we create.
We prioritize sustainable landscape solutions, addressing environmental concerns such as irrigation, drainage, and stormwater management. Our landscaping services range from green walls and rooftop gardens to garden care, pools, and expansive outdoor living environments.
Discover the possibilities of a tailored landscape that showcases sophisticated design, artful plant palettes, and superior craftsmanship. Contact us today to explore how our landscaping services can transform your outdoor space in Oak Park, Illinois, and the surrounding areas.
Exceptional Landscaping
Services Defined by Our Passionate, Innovative Spirit
With comprehensive services for residential and commercial properties, our in-house team of experts and extensive network of trusted contractors can meet all of your landscaping needs. We're known among landscaping companies in Oak Park and the Chicagoland area for our sustainable solutions, collaborative spirit, and high-level design and craftsmanship in everything we do:
Blending Personalized Creativity with Expert Landscape Design
At Nathan Wright Landscape Design, we work to earn your trust and respect to allow for close-knit collaboration on your outdoor living design and installation. Over the years, we've built close relationships with our clients, and we're delighted to hear they love their landscapes and their experiences with us.
Bringing Creative Designs to Life through
Our Collaborative Approach
With years of experience in Oak Park, IL, and beyond, we've fine-tuned a process for your landscape design and installation to ensure every detail is accounted for. This is what to expect when you work with us:
Step 1: Get in Touch
Fill out our contact form or call us to schedule a project consultation.
Step 2: Introduction Call
In a quick 15-minute call, we’ll get to know you, hear more about your vision, and share how we work. This is also a chance to see if we’re the right fit to design, build, and care for your outdoor space. If it feels like a match, we’ll connect you with the team members best suited to guide your project.
Step 3: Discovery Call & Design Proposal
Next, you’ll meet with one of our design experts to explore what’s possible for your outdoor space considering your goals, budget, and timeline. Then you’ll receive a detailed proposal outlining our 3-Step Design Process, projected schedule, and a design fee, typically starting at $3,200.
Step 4: Design Development
With your project officially underway, we’ll invite you to contribute inspiration on your personal online design board, helping us tune into your style and preferences. Next, we’ll visit your property to measure, photograph, and note any existing elements you’d like preserved. With these details in hand, we’ll start sketching early design concepts for your future landscape.
Step 5: Review Your Preliminary Design
Now for the exciting part—your first look at the vision we’ve created for your outdoor space. During a Zoom meeting with your designer, you’ll review the proposed layout, plant palette, and a preliminary build budget. We’ll gather your feedback and refine the details to ensure the final design aligns perfectly with your goals.
Step 6: Finalize Design + Prepare to Build
This is the moment when your design transitions from vision to reality. In a Zoom meeting, we’ll present the polished design and introduce you to the member of our construction team who will help oversee the transformation. You’ll receive a detailed Phase 1 Installation Proposal, including projected costs and schedule. Once you approve and submit your deposit, we’ll reserve your spot on our construction calendar and set the stage for building your new outdoor space.
Step 7: Building Your Outdoor Space
Once construction begins, our expert team takes care of everything—from sourcing materials and securing permits to scheduling and site preparation. Throughout the process, your dedicated Project Manager will provide regular updates and be available to answer questions, ensuring you’re informed and confident as your design comes to life.
Step 8: Final Walkthrough + Maintenance Planning
Your project concludes with a personal walkthrough of your finished landscape, ensuring every element reflects your vision. You’ll learn how to nurture your space as it grows, and we’ll share how our expert maintenance team can help safeguard its beauty so it continues to thrive for seasons to come.
Exceptional Landscaping
Services for Oak Park, IL, and the Greater Chicago Area
Bucktown, Illinois
Logan Square, IllinoisLogan Square, Illinois
Old Town, IllinoisOld Town, Illinois
Lakeview, IllinoisLakeview, Illinois
West Loop, IllinoisWest Loop, Illinois
Fulton Market, IllinoisFulton Market, Illinois
Oak Park, Illinois River Forest, IllinoisRiver Forest, Illinois
Evanston, IllinoisEvanston, Illinois
Gold Coast, IllinoisGold Coast, Illinois
Nathan Wright Landscape Design specializes in naturalistic perennial garden design, outdoor living installation, irrigation design and repair, and landscape maintenance with a focus on sustainability and client-centered creativity. We proudly serve residential and commercial clients in the entire Chicago, Illinois, area, including these communities:
Visit our Service Area page to learn more, and fill out our contact form when you're ready to grow with us.
Nurture Your
Professional Growth in a Values-Driven Studio
It's more than a job. When you start a career with us, you'll receive the training and support you need to advance within the company while creating exceptional landscapes throughout the Chicago area. We value mentorship, innovation, relationships, and teamwork. If this inspires you, we hope to hear from you. Apply today.
Discover the Potential of
Your Outdoor Space in Oak Park and the Surrounding Communities
Our landscape design, build, and maintain services are inspired by a plant-centric approach that upholds the Lurie Garden lineage and integrates techniques pioneered by Dutch plantsman Piet Oudolf and Midwest plant expert Roy Diblik. Through our thoughtful selection of plant and hardscape materials, a client-focused mindset that prioritizes your vision, and a collaborative process, we transform residential and commercial properties in Oak Park and the surrounding areas.
We are honored to be entrusted with your landscape, and we hold our commitment to you and your outdoor space with great care. Our design, build, and maintain process blends organization, creativity, and functionality to create the ideal outdoor environment for you. Experience the genuine difference of our holistic approach to landscaping services in Oak Park, Illinois. Contact us today for more information.