Business Details
Your Trusted Landscaping Partner in Illinois
United Landscape Artists was founded by Nicholas Clark and Jose Arroyo, two professionals with over 40 years of combined experience in the landscaping industry. Our company specializes in landscape construction, offering tailored design plans that meet homeowners' needs while emphasizing attention to detail. We pride ourselves on being a dedicated construction firm, avoiding the distractions of maintenance services to focus entirely on creating high-quality outdoor spaces. Our team combines expertise from diverse backgrounds, drawing inspiration from English garden retreats, Mexican work ethic, and American innovation. We provide comprehensive services including landscape design, plant selection, and hardscape construction, ensuring every project reflects our commitment to excellence.Our designers work closely with clients to transform ideas into cohesive, aesthetic spaces that enhance property value and usability. We source plants from Northern Illinois nurseries to ensure climate compatibility and employ a plant specialist with 30 years of experience to maintain quality standards. Our 5-year warranty on brickwork and two-year plant replacement guarantee demonstrate our confidence in long-term client satisfaction. We prioritize transparent communication, offering free initial consultations and flexible project phasing to accommodate budget constraints. Our operational history and industry affiliations, including the Illinois Landscape Contractors Association, underscore our dedication to professional excellence and customer-centric service.
Services
Landscape Design
Plant Installation
Hardscape Construction
Garden Renovation
Outdoor Living Spaces
Highlights and features
- We specialize exclusively in landscape construction, not maintenance services.
- Our 5-year warranty on brickwork exceeds industry standards.
- Two-year plant replacement guarantee with no labor charges.
- Free initial design consultations with independent landscape professionals.
- Plant materials sourced from Northern Illinois nurseries for climate compatibility.
Associations and certifications
- Illinois Landscape Contractors Association
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates customized outdoor spaces that balance functionality with aesthetic appeal. Professional designers develop cohesive plans for retreats, entrances, and entertainment areas while maintaining compatibility with local climate conditions. Clients receive transferable design documents that allow phased implementation according to budget constraints.
Plant Installation
We install climate-appropriate plants sourced from Northern Illinois nurseries to ensure long-term viability. Our 30-year experienced plant specialist selects materials using strict quality standards, rejecting any specimens that wouldn't meet our own backyard requirements. Two-year replacement guarantees cover all installed plants with no labor charges.
Hardscape Construction
Our hardscape construction transforms outdoor spaces with durable, aesthetically pleasing elements like brick walkways, patios, and fire pits. Decades of masonry experience inform every project, backed by a comprehensive 5-year warranty covering both materials and workmanship for complete client peace of mind.
People
Nicholas Clark
Co-Founder
Nicholas Clark brings extensive landscaping expertise developed through formal education in England and decades of practical experience. His background in creating serene garden retreats informs ULA's design philosophy that emphasizes both aesthetic beauty and functional outdoor living spaces.
Jose Arroyo
Co-Founder
Jose Arroyo contributes deep practical knowledge gained from years of hands-on landscaping work. His Mexican heritage instills a strong work ethic that shapes ULA's approach to project execution, ensuring every detail meets the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.
Questions
Why is a landscape plan important?
A landscape plan ensures cohesive design that complements your home, similar to architectural planning for interior spaces.
Do I retain ownership of my design plan?
Yes, all plans become your property after payment, allowing future implementation at your convenience.
What factors affect landscape plan costs?
Pricing depends on yard size, grading complexity, and design elaboration, with free initial consultations available.
Can I implement designs in phases?
Yes, our plans allow phased execution to accommodate budget constraints while maintaining overall design integrity.
What plant warranty do you offer?
We guarantee plant replacements for two years with no labor charges, exceeding the industry's standard one-year coverage.
What warranty covers hardscape work?
Our brickwork warranty covers materials and labor for five years, including repairs for shifting or damaged elements.
