Business Details
37 Years
experience
Expert Landscape Architecture Services in Corte Madera
At Wihlborg Design, our mission is to transform your vision into a space that reflects your unique identity while ensuring comfort and pride. With over four decades of experience, we specialize in residential, commercial, public, and government projects, offering a rare combination of irrigation expertise, plant knowledge, and comprehensive design services. Our approach prioritizes personalized collaboration, blending client input with professional insights to create tailored master plans.We provide meticulous site management through our exclusive Site Nanny service, ensuring projects adhere to timelines and budgets while navigating complex regulatory requirements. Our team's deep understanding of diverse project typesfrom private residences to large-scale public spacespositions us as leaders in landscape architecture and site analysis.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Irrigation Design
Site Analysis
Master Planning
Government Projects
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in landscape architecture and irrigation design.
- Our exclusive Site Nanny service ensures project timelines and budgets stay on track.
- We specialize in navigating complex government regulations for construction projects.
- Our team combines landscape design with technical irrigation expertise under one roof.
- We maintain direct communication with clients, contractors, and agencies for seamless execution.
Services
Landscape Architecture
We create custom outdoor spaces tailored to residential, commercial, and public needs. Our designs integrate aesthetics, functionality, and environmental considerations while adhering to local regulations. With expertise in parks, housing developments, and corporate campuses, we deliver solutions that enhance property value and usability through 40+ years of hands-on experience.
Irrigation Design
Our irrigation specialists develop efficient water management systems for diverse climates and property types. From single-family homes to large-scale golf courses, we design solutions that conserve resources while maintaining landscape health. This expertise extends to international projects, including thousands of U.S. installations and Middle Eastern developments since 1968.
Site Analysis
We conduct comprehensive assessments of terrain, zoning laws, and environmental factors before construction begins. This process identifies potential challenges and opportunities to optimize project outcomes. Our team's deep knowledge of regulatory requirements helps minimize compliance issues during development phases.
Master Planning
We develop detailed long-term plans that align with client goals and budget constraints. Our process includes exploring multiple design options, creating bidding documents, and coordinating with contractors. Regular site visits ensure construction follows approved plans while allowing flexibility for improvements during implementation.
Government Projects
We manage complex public and institutional developments including schools, parks, and VA facilities. Our experience navigating governmental regulations streamlines approvals for projects involving multiple agencies. This specialization ensures compliance with evolving standards while maintaining design integrity across diverse public infrastructure initiatives.
People
Don Wihlborg
Principal Landscape Architect
Licensed for 40+ years, Don specializes in landscape architecture and irrigation design. He has completed hundreds of projects ranging from private residences to international developments. His career spans roles at EckboKay Associates and EDAW, Inc., with a focus on client collaboration since founding Wihlborg Design in 1989.
Questions
What services does Wihlborg Design offer?
We provide landscape architecture, irrigation design, site analysis, master planning, and construction oversight for residential, commercial, and government clients.
How long has Wihlborg Design been in business?
The firm has operated since 1989, with Don Wihlborg's landscape architecture experience dating back to 1968.
What makes Wihlborg Design unique?
Our Site Nanny service combines landscape design, irrigation expertise, and regulatory navigation under one team for comprehensive project management.
Do you work outside Marin County?
We're based in Corte Madera, California, but complete national and international projects including Middle Eastern irrigation systems.
How does the design process work?
We begin by understanding client needs, create multiple design options, develop construction documents, and oversee implementation with regular site visits.
