Two of two of our most recent designs!
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formecology, LLC proudly accepts three awards at the “CotY” (Contractor of the Year) “Celebrating Excellence” ceremony on November 9th! The event was hosted by NARI of Madison (National Association of the Remodeling Industry). NARI is an organization of high-quality remodeling professionals. Its members are committed to integrity, high standards, professional education, ethics and market recognition. The CotY is a prestigious award presented each year to NARI members who have demonstrated outstanding work through their remodeling projects. Winning projects must meet score requirements under the following criteria: To what degree were the expressed needs of the client met? To what degree does the project enhance the existing structures functionally? To what degree does the project enhance the existing structure aesthetically? Is there evidence of superior craftsmanship? Were innovative uses of material and/or methods of construction used in the project?
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Evolution of a drawing- Here are images from our sketch process from rough to refined. We started with our plan view drawing to come up with an attractive refined perspective to help communicate the idea and project! When drawing, start fast, be loose and get tighter as you go. It’s a layered process so trace paper is perfect. The next step is having our knowledgeable and experienced installation crew bring it from paper to reality!
Formecology, LLC is a Finalist in the Madison Magazine’s “Best of Madison 2022”!
Here’s a new front yard design for one of our best clients. As you review the design please note the following:
As you face the house, the right and back side landscaping was completed by us in 2007. The existing landscape is artful and somewhat abstract & modern to fit the unique architecture of the house. The house was remodeled by Associated Housewrights, one of our companion businesses, in 2006/2007 as well. Here’s a photo of the back yard –
- The new landscape design carries many of the same forms and shapes from the existing landscape to the front yard helping to connect the entire site thematically together.
- Repeating the bold circle shape in the front was an ideal way to reinforce and very thoughtful architectural form.
- Most of the shrubs and perennials will be grouped in bold masses to help keep it simple and let the forms provide the visual enjoyment.
- Flowering trees (red shapes) will serve as focal points or features that provide more intense aesthetic pleasure. Native shrubs will provide a dense understory and help keep weeds a minimum.
- You’ll note we didn’t change the existing perennial bed in the front yard. It currently encloses the front yard nicely and provides a nice splash of color along their road. Plus the client wasn’t looking for more perennial beds to weed so we thought keeping the shape the same made a lot of sense.
- Lastly, to maintain the edges & forms, natural stone edging (and a retaining wall) will outline most of the shape of the new planting beds. Of course we’ll be repeating the same stone type, size, and thickness we used in the back. What another great way to connect and unify the site!
Spring work begins as our crew returns to start cleanups, maintenance, and new landscape projects for the season ahead.
Create a healthier, low-maintenance yard with native plants that conserve water, reduce maintenance, and support pollinators in Wisconsin
formecology, LLC proudly accepts three awards at the “CotY” (Contractor of the Year) “Celebrating Excellence” ceremony on November 9th! The event was hosted by NARI of Madison (National Association of the Remodeling Industry). NARI is an organization of high-quality remodeling professionals. Its members are committed to integrity, high standards, professional education, ethics and market recognition. The CotY is a prestigious award presented each year to NARI members who have demonstrated outstanding work through their remodeling projects. Winning projects must meet score requirements under the following criteria: To what degree were the expressed needs of the client met? To what degree does the project enhance the existing structures functionally? To what degree does the project enhance the existing structure aesthetically? Is there evidence of superior craftsmanship? Were innovative uses of material and/or methods of construction used in the project?
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Evolution of a drawing- Here are images from our sketch process from rough to refined. We started with our plan view drawing to come up with an attractive refined perspective to help communicate the idea and project! When drawing, start fast, be loose and get tighter as you go. It’s a layered process so trace paper is perfect. The next step is having our knowledgeable and experienced installation crew bring it from paper to reality!
Formecology, LLC is a Finalist in the Madison Magazine’s “Best of Madison 2022”!
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Formecology, LLC named NARI Regional Team CotY Winner! February 1st, 2021—The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) named Formecology, LLC (team member) and Artisan Deck and Design, LLC 2021 North Central Regional Contractor of the Year (CotY) winners in the Residential Exterior $50,000-$100,000 category in its’ annual awards competition.
Formecology, LLC won three “CotY” (Contractor of the Year) awards at the “Celebrating Excellence” virtual award ceremony on November 5th! The event was hosted by NARI of Madison (National Association of the Remodeling Industry) of which Formecology, LLC has been a member of for seven years. NARI is an organization of high-quality remodeling professionals. Its members are committed to integrity, high standards, professional education, ethics and market recognition. The CotY is a prestigious award presented each year to NARI members who have demonstrated outstanding work through their remodeling projects. As first year entrants, Formecology, LLC won a CotY Award on all three of their entries. The CotY is awarded to projects that meet score requirements under the following criteria: To what degree were the expressed needs of the client met? To what degree does the project enhance the existing structures functionally? To what degree does the project enhance the existing structure aesthetically? Is there evidence of superior craftsmanship? Were innovative uses of material and/or methods of construction used in the project? Formecology, LLC entered a joint project with Artisan Deck and Design, LLC in the category of “Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living under $100,000”. This project consisted of a new entryway trellis and natural stone walkway. Both contractors in this winning project will receive a CotY award. Formecology, LLC’s second winning entry was a beautifully constructed “eco-driveway” in the “Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living $40,001 to $60,000” category. The driveway was built to help manage and redirect stormwater (and to help keep it from contaminating our lakes and rivers) but can also function as a patio/entertainment space. The third entry and CotY Award winning project was Evansville’s very own “ The Grove Market ” in the “Commercial Exterior” category. Local owners of this farm-to-table bistro hired Formecology, LLC to design and install a safe, ADA-accessible, low-maintenance, inviting outdoor space that tied well into their regionally based, historic building.
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