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About formecology LLC

Throughout our 30 year history, we have distinguished ourselves from typical landscape design-build companies. While we do enhance the beauty of outdoor spaces, we approach it differently than most. Our work is designed not only to be visually stunning, but also to promote the health and well-being of both people and the environment. Every custom-designed landscape we create is beautiful, functional, and environmentally responsible.

 Our name reflects our passion - formecology LLC was born from the idea of combining art (form) with nature (ecology). We blend natural elements with cultural art forms to create landscapes that harmonize with both the site’s architecture and the surrounding environment. Our creations are not landscapes, but sustainable outdoor living spaces.

Sustainability

At formecology LLC, sustainable landscapes are designed, installed and cared for ways that benefit the environment while supporting essential human health and well-being.  By thoughtfully incorporating natural elements, our landscapes not only enhance the environment but also provide restorative benefits to those who use the space - reducing stress, inspiring creativity, and sparking the imagination. We believe human health and well-being are integral to true sustainability, for a landscape that does not consider human needs will not be long lived.

Regional Inspiration

The focus of our work is rooted in combining native flora (plants) and locally sourced natural stone to create outdoor living spaces that reflect the visual identity of the region. The prairie aesthetic, celebrated worldwide by many prominent designers, is alive and flourishing in our work. While inspired by nature, our training and experience in landscape design principles allows us to craft vibrant, site-appropriate landscapes full of local color. formecology LLC’s professionals have applied this expertise in a wide variety of settings, from modernist and traditional homes, to lakeshore cabins and corporate headquarters. Our region possesses a unique beauty, and thoughtfully integrating native plants and local materials is a naturally eco-friendly way to capture and celebrate it.

Outdoor Living

At their best, outdoor spaces can provide beauty, food, recreational opportunity, relaxation, utility, and more. Unfortunately, most are not designed with all their potential uses in mind. Sustainable outdoor living environments created by formecology LLC are thoughtfully designed with the end goal in mind: to provide more than just an attractive setting for a home. We create landscapes that offer a vision and master plan for fulfilling outdoor lifestyle, all while being mindful of the environment. After all, the first step toward sustainability is thinking holistically about your outdoor lifestyle.

Our hardscape features, such as patios, retaining walls, and gathering spaces, provide essential human function while harmoniously integrating with the surrounding architecture and landscape. Our softscapes add beauty, form, structure, and screening. Together, these elements create a cohesive, harmonious landscape that supports a truly sustainable and rewarding outdoor lifestyle.