A Boutique Approach to Landscape Design in the Wicker Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL
Modern Naturalistic Landscape Design
for Inspired Places for Outdoor Living
A harmonious landscape design is an invitation to connect with nature, art, and each other. Your outdoor space is unique to you and your lifestyle, and when it is built under expert design direction, it becomes an extension of your home to be enjoyed in every season and for years to come.
Using design principles pioneered by Dutch plantsman Piet Oudolf and local plant expert Roy Diblik, Nathan Wright Landscape Design specializes in a modern naturalistic landscape design, build, and maintain sequence in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Founding partner Nathan Wright, a plant expert and Registered Landscape Architect, leads a team of landscape architects, artists, designers, and installation professionals consistent with Chicago's Lurie Garden and New York City's High Line lineage. By prioritizing high design, exceptional plant and hardscape material choices, and sustainable solutions like erosion control, low-maintenance plantings, and responsible irrigation, we work with you to co-create an outdoor space that brings your vision to life.
We build trusted relationships with our clients via our core values: Design & Beauty, Relationships & Responsibility, Creativity & Innovation, Learning & Mentorship, and Collaboration & Teamwork. With client-centered creativity and a proven 3-Step Design Process, you'll have the opportunity to share your vision and requirements, and we'll bring it all together in a detailed project plan and investment estimate.
Grow with us by filling out our contact form. Our in-house experts will connect with you within one business day to start the landscape design process in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois.
A Reputation for a Sophisticated Understanding of What Makes a Space Work
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.
Why Choose Nathan Wright Landscape Design
We believe in innovation through collaboration, where your vision and lifestyle goals set the terms for an exceptional landscape design. This is what we have to offer within our boutique design, build, and maintain sequence:
You'll see our work in Wicker Park and throughout Chicagoland. Fill out our contact form and grow with us.
These Landscapes
Tell Our Story of High-Level Design
With detailed plant palettes and design, functional hardscapes, and a focus on creativity and innovation, each landscape is personalized for the residential or commercial needs of a space. Browse our portfolio to see our work in Lincoln Park, Illinois, and throughout the Chicagoland area.
Our Process: Building Relationships and
Delivering Well-Coordinated Project Management
With years of experience in Lincoln Park 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.
Comprehensive Commercial and Residential
Design, Build, and Maintain Services
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 Lincoln Park and the Chicagoland area for our sustainable solutions, collaborative spirit, and high-level design and craftsmanship in everything we do:
Elevated Landscape Design
in the Wicker Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL, and These Surrounding Communities
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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.
Join a Values-Driven Work Culture to Build a Career
With Competitive Pay and Benefits
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.
Outdoor Environments Customized
for Your Wicker Park Home
With years of experience designing perennial gardens, rooftop gardens, seasonal decor and enhancements, and expansive outdoor living spaces, the team at Nathan Wright Landscape Design has developed a proven process for projects at every level of complexity. Our work in Wicker Park is meant to elevate your outdoor living experience, bring the beauty of nature into your outdoor environment, and create a shared place of communion. Grow with us in a personalized landscape design experience. We look forward to hearing from you.