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 designs and builds residential landscapes, pools, outdoor living spaces, and home renovations from Las Cruces through El Paso, and takes on select commercial projects. We also provide general and electrical contracting, individual installations, repairs, and project-specific care. Clients can choose design and planning alone. Our work in Arizona and California is design only; we have no built projects there. Explore the service directory. View our contractor license numbers.
How does the design process work?
We begin by discussing your property, goals, and the work you have in mind. A defined installation or repair may need an estimate; a larger project may start with a layout and drawings. If you hire us to build, we agree on the construction work before installation. 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. Two-dimensional drawings and technical documentation for the agreed design. 3D modeling & design starts at $3,200. Drawings, a three-dimensional model, and a virtual-reality walkthrough. Each package includes 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. We review access, usable space, grading, and existing features before developing a layout. 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. The design can include plants suited to the climate, planned irrigation, and appropriate ground cover. We assess drainage and rainwater collection for your site. Explore xeriscaping, irrigation, and drainage.