Ed Ball Designs

Ed Ball Designs We design and create visionary outdoor and indoor living spaces that extend the beauty of our clients' homes.

Hello, I'm Ed Ball and I pride myself in bringing my clients outstanding service that exceeds all expectations. Whether it's designing a new project, breaking ground on an installation, or representing a client’s interests from half a world away, I am committed to providing a level of professionalism unrivaled in the industry.

One of the easiest mistakes in landscape design is focusing only on movement and forgetting about destinations.Every pro...
06/15/2026

One of the easiest mistakes in landscape design is focusing only on movement and forgetting about destinations.

Every property benefits from spaces that encourage homeowners to stop, sit, and experience the landscape differently. Even a simple chair positioned within a thoughtfully designed planting scheme can create a sense of retreat.

These quieter moments often become the most frequently used spaces in the garden.

“Great landscapes aren’t just designed to be seen. They’re built to be lived in, experienced and to evolve over time.”Th...
06/12/2026

“Great landscapes aren’t just designed to be seen. They’re built to be lived in, experienced and to evolve over time.”

This is a philosophy that has shaped our work for more than four decades, and continues to drive what we do every day!

Thank you to for featuring us in the latest Power Players issue, where Ed shares his perspective on the role landscape architecture plays in shaping the way people live outdoors.
outdoors. 🌳

Landscape lighting should never be about brightness.The best lighting schemes quietly guide movement, improve safety, an...
06/10/2026

Landscape lighting should never be about brightness.

The best lighting schemes quietly guide movement, improve safety, and create depth and atmosphere after sunset. When thoughtfully integrated into architecture, hardscape and planting, the fixtures themselves disappear and only the experience remains.

A landscape should feel as intentional at 9pm as it does at 9am.

Vienna has some of the most interesting residential properties in Northern Virginia—mature trees, established neighbourh...
06/08/2026

Vienna has some of the most interesting residential properties in Northern Virginia—mature trees, established neighbourhoods, and homes that deserve landscapes designed specifically for their setting.

This award-winning project challenged us to balance several priorities at once: creating space for entertaining, integrating a pool and covered terrace, preserving the property's natural character, and ensuring the landscape felt connected to the architecture of the home.

Years later, it remains a project we're particularly proud of—not because of the awards it received, but because every part of the property feels intentional and genuinely lived in.

This is a hosta — a staple in many Northern Virginia planting schemes, particularly in shaded or partially shaded areas....
06/05/2026

This is a hosta — a staple in many Northern Virginia planting schemes, particularly in shaded or partially shaded areas.

Hostas are valued for their foliage rather than flowers. The broad, layered leaves create structure at ground level, helping to define planting beds and provide contrast against finer textures. They’re also relatively low-maintenance and return reliably each year.

Used well, planting like this provides lush greenery, consistency, and a framework for the rest of the landscape to sit within.

A full landscape redesign isn’t about adding features — it’s about creating cohesion.Hardscape, planting, structures, an...
06/01/2026

A full landscape redesign isn’t about adding features — it’s about creating cohesion.

Hardscape, planting, structures, and functional elements all need to work together. The role of planting in particular is often underestimated; it introduces depth, seasonal change, and contrast that hard materials alone can’t achieve.

Choice of materials is equally important, as clients want their landscape to aesthetically complement the property and blend seamlessly from indoors to outdoors.

Ed and our team will guide you through the whole decision-making process to help design and build your vision for the perfect outcome.

Find out more about our process: https://na2.hubs.ly/H056krg0

We’re currently building a number of pools across Northern Virginia, including this project in Leesburg.This design incl...
05/29/2026

We’re currently building a number of pools across Northern Virginia, including this project in Leesburg.

This design includes a compact pool with an integrated spa, waterfall feature, tanning ledge, and bench seating, alongside a porcelain tile pool deck for durability and clean detailing.

Projects like this are less about size and more about how the space is planned and used.

If you’re considering a pool for your property this year, now is the time to start the design process. [email protected]

Built for a long-term client in Great Falls, this potting shed was designed to sit quietly within a woodland setting, us...
05/27/2026

Built for a long-term client in Great Falls, this potting shed was designed to sit quietly within a woodland setting, using natural materials and colours to avoid drawing unnecessary attention.

Structures like this can serve multiple functions - functional storage, a home office or gym, or even a garden room. Utilising outside space adds to the home without compromising the main liveable areas. But better still, it brings you closer to nature, too. 🌱🌳

Outdoor kitchens are only as good as how they’re detailed.Integrated refrigeration and storage allow the space to functi...
05/25/2026

Outdoor kitchens are only as good as how they’re detailed.

Integrated refrigeration and storage allow the space to function properly, rather than relying on constant trips back into the house. Positioning under a pergola provides shade and makes the area usable for longer periods.

This Hamilton project is set up for exactly that!

We're seeing high demand for outdoor kitchens across Northern Virginia at the moment, so if you're interested in a new project, contact us to discuss your requirements.

This Arlington property didn’t have the luxury of space, so the layout had to do the work.We introduced defined seating ...
05/22/2026

This Arlington property didn’t have the luxury of space, so the layout had to do the work.

We introduced defined seating areas and an outdoor grill, then used layered planting to soften the edges and bring a sense of depth into what is a relatively compact footprint.

Smaller projects often require more discipline, but the transformation here was quite significant.

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12976 Hattontown Square
Oak Hill, VA
20171

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+17034331863

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