FAQ / A guide to working together
Project questions.
Clear answers.
Design options, starting fees, and what to expect when working together.
Getting started.
What services does GO Designs offer?
GO Designs plans and builds residential landscapes, pools, and outdoor living spaces, and takes on select commercial projects. Services also include 3D design and drafting, individual installations, repairs, and project-specific care. Explore the service directory.
How does the design process work?
The process begins with a conversation about the site, intended use, and project goals. Plans and, where included, 3D models help review the layout before construction. Feedback is incorporated into the agreed design, followed by installation planning. Read about design-build.
How does a project get started?
Contact GO Designs with the property location and a short description of the work. Photographs, approximate dimensions, and a list of features to retain are helpful for the initial conversation. Discuss a project.
Fees & timing.
What are the initial design fees?
2D drafting starts at $2,800. Detailed drawings and technical documentation. 3D modeling & design starts at $3,200. Drawings, a three-dimensional model, and a virtual-reality walkthrough. Both include up to one revision. The project proposal confirms deliverables and scope; design fees are separate from construction costs. Explore design and drafting.
How long does a typical project take?
The schedule depends on scope, site conditions, and construction requirements. An estimated schedule is discussed during design and refined as the work is defined. Contact the team for current availability and a project-specific timeline.
Your outdoor space.
Can GO Designs work on small or unconventional spaces?
Yes. Compact courtyards, sloping ground, and sites with drainage challenges require careful planning. Access, usable space, grading, and existing features are reviewed before a layout is developed. Explore courtyard planning.
Does the team help select plants and materials?
Yes. Planting and material choices are considered alongside sun exposure, mature plant size, the surrounding architecture, and ongoing care. Paving, shade, and planting should work as parts of the same landscape.
Can the design include water-conscious landscaping?
Yes. Climate-suited planting, planned irrigation, and appropriate ground cover can form part of the design. Drainage and rainwater collection are assessed for the individual site. Explore xeriscaping, irrigation, and drainage.