Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc.

Here are five key reasons to entrust Genus Loci with your landscape project:

1. High Level Design Service: As landscape architects, we take design very seriously - it really is "where the magic happens". We offer a high level, modestly-priced professional design service to create uniquely customized, thoughtfully inspired and exquisitely detailed landscapes and outdoor living spaces. Our design

process is client-centred, involving an intensive itinerary of design and review meetings that culminate with a final product that accurately reflects your vision, needs, wants and budget. We employ all the latest CAD and visualization tools to clearly communicate ideas and to foster a thorough understanding of the final design.

2. Quality construction and workmanship: Our seasoned in-house construction division handles virtually all the installation work. Where necessary, we rely on highly qualified sub-contractors to tackle specialized aspects of construction. Our chain of command includes a site supervisor, a project manager, a site foreman and lead hands, all in direct line of communication with the project designer to ensure each project meets our rigorous quality control standards, stays on track, and remains true to the designs. We work to very high workmanship standards, employing the most current construction methods and techniques. Above all, we place great emphasis on building things right, from the ground up, by paying close attention to hidden elements, the bases, foundations and sub-structures that ultimately dictate an installation's durability and longevity.

3. Efficiency: Clients looking for a professional quality landscape plan typically must first commission a landscape architect to prepare plans, details, working drawings, and bid documents. Quotes are then solicited from contactors, and the landscape architect may be retained during construction to inspect the work and administer the construction contract. Genus Loci streamlines this process by offering a seamlessly integrated design and construction package that a) saves you money by reducing professional design and administrative fees; b) ensures a smooth and efficient transition from design to construction; c) shorter, more efficient turnaround time from start (design) to finish (construction);

4. Effective Communications and Customer Relations: Past clients will attest to the importance and priority we place on effective communications through the design, estimating, construction and post-construction project stages. Our integrated design-build model ensures strong lines of communication between the client, designer and project supervisor. As a result, our process is flexible, adaptable and responsive when site-dictated or client-requested design changes are needed "on the fly" as construction progresses.

5. Continuity: Genus Loci cultivates long term relationships. Our integrated approach allows us to see your project though from initial ideation, to concept development and construction, through to warranty periods and on-going maintenance and support. We are proud of our work and stand by our product. We want to stay in touch as your landscape evolves, particularly since we want your referrals, and we want to come back and take photos of our award-winning projects! Genus Loci's projects and practice has been profiled extensively in the Toronto Star, Hamilton Spectator, the Globe and Mail, Toronto Home, Ontario Gardener and various other publications and media.