Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Landscape Architecture Solutions
SW Design is a distinguished landscape architecture firm committed to design excellence and sustainability. With over 35 years of experience, our founder Stephanie Wondolleck has cultivated a practice focused on understanding unique site conditions and delivering creative, functional solutions. We specialize in parks, residential properties, and community spaces, emphasizing seamless coordination with clients and consultants. Our small-firm approach ensures direct client interaction and meticulous attention to detail. We prioritize client satisfaction through transparent communication, budget adherence, and innovative design tailored to lifestyle needs. Our expertise spans diverse project scales, from intimate backyard renovations to large-scale residential developments.Stephanie's background includes 17 years at prominent Bay Area firms before establishing SW Design in 2010. Licensed in California and Nevada, we maintain active memberships in professional organizations like the American Society of Landscape Architects. Client testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to transform conceptual ideas into cohesive, beautiful landscapes. Our work reflects a deep understanding of environmental conditions and a dedication to creating enduring, aesthetically pleasing spaces.
Services
Park Design
Residential Landscaping
Community Development
Site Analysis
Budget Planning
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of landscape architecture experience across diverse project types
- Our team provides direct client collaboration from concept through project completion
- We maintain active professional licenses in California and Nevada
- Our designs integrate environmental sustainability with functional requirements
- We consistently deliver projects within budget while exceeding client expectations
What people say
Exceptional service
Creative solutions
Budget adherence
Design excellence
Professional team
Services
Park Design
We create comprehensive park designs ranging from small pocket parks to 9-acre community spaces. Our approach integrates environmental conditions with recreational needs while coordinating with municipal agencies. Clients benefit from our expertise in navigating permitting processes and delivering functional, aesthetically pleasing public spaces that enhance community value.
Residential Landscaping
Our residential services transform outdoor spaces from basic planting schemes to complete backyard renovations. We specialize in translating client lifestyle needs into cohesive designs that balance aesthetics with practical considerations. The process includes detailed budget planning and material selection to ensure lasting beauty within financial constraints.
Community Development
We design streetscapes, entryways, and regional trails for large-scale residential developments. Our work with Howard Hughes Corporation demonstrates our capability to manage complex projects requiring coordination with multiple engineering disciplines. This service ensures cohesive, sustainable community environments that meet both developer and resident needs.
Site Analysis
Our comprehensive site evaluations consider environmental conditions, drainage patterns, and existing infrastructure. This critical phase informs design decisions while identifying potential challenges early in the process. Clients receive detailed recommendations that optimize site potential while minimizing long-term maintenance requirements.
Budget Planning
We develop detailed financial frameworks that align with project scope and client priorities. Our approach maintains transparency throughout the design process while identifying cost-effective solutions without compromising quality. This service ensures predictable expenses and prevents budget overruns during implementation phases.
People
Stephanie Wondolleck
Owner / Lead Landscape Architect
Licensed in California and Nevada with 35+ years of experience, Stephanie founded SW Design in 2010 after working at prominent Bay Area firms. She combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver client-focused landscape solutions.
Questions
What types of landscape architecture projects do you specialize in?
We specialize in three primary areas: public parks, residential properties, and community developments. Our experience ranges from small private gardens to large-scale master-planned communities requiring multi-disciplinary coordination.
How does your design process work with residential clients?
We begin by understanding your lifestyle needs and budget constraints. Through collaborative discussions and site analysis, we develop customized design concepts that balance aesthetics with functionality, providing regular updates throughout implementation.
Are you licensed to work in multiple states?
Yes, we hold active landscape architect licenses in California (RLA 3680) and Nevada (RLA 843), allowing us to serve clients across both states with full regulatory compliance.
How do you handle complex permitting requirements?
Our team has extensive experience navigating municipal approval processes, including coordination with civil engineers and other consultants to ensure all regulatory requirements are met efficiently.
What makes your firm different from larger landscape architecture companies?
As a small firm, we provide direct access to our lead designer throughout the project lifecycle while maintaining the technical expertise and professional standards of larger practices.
