I have known Sue Reed for almost two decades and have closely observed all facets of her landscape…read morearchitecture practice, and I have had the opportunity to work with her on several of her projects. From the initial survey all the way through to the final installation, Sue works with a keen analytical mind, integrity and meticulous attention to both the overarching goals of the project and to the smallest of details. I have been in awe of her consistent ability to hear her clients' needs and dreams and to craft solutions that honor those desires while incorporating sustainable design, integrating energy savings, and strengthening native ecosystems in all of her designs. All of her work is highly customized to address the needs of the specific client: there is no such thing as one-size-fits-all in Sue Reed's approach, and every client is the recipient of 110% of her effort, time and creativity. I would not hesitate for a second to recommend her to any homeowner for any landscape design project---from the siting of a new house, to the improvement of drainage issues and driveway design, to making a home's landscape more functional, beautiful and elegant. She is simply the best.

From the owner: Ecological Design Whole Site Design…read moreLow-Impact Design Sustainability Native Plants Design with climate in mind Design for solar and off-grid Site Planning for additions and new construction Collaboration with architects and engineers

I used to work for this company and the owner is really thorough in every aspect of all the work he…read moredoes. I learned a lot from him and was only there a short time. It was really hard work. I know there are a lot of landscaping companies out there but I know for a fact this guy is at the top of the list. Spring, summer, fall and winter, him and his crew dominate the competition. They work extremely hard and put in long hours. I've only seen one other company work as hard as this one does.

From the owner: Excavation, Drainage, Brush/Field Mowing, Specialty Slope Mowing, Levees and Dykesread more

We have used Energetic Landscaping for many different projects including our backyard stone patio &…read morewalkway, and the planting & fertilization of 22 large hemlock trees on the border of our property. They are extremely knowledgeable, professional, honest, thorough, and easy to work with. We are now having them do our front yard stone walkway as well as the site prep for a swingset and sandbox in our backyard. Their work is excellent and we have been very happy.

From the owner: Since 1979, Energetic Landscaping, Inc. has been creating and maintaining landscapes in Berkshire…read moreCounty and the surrounding areas. We have gained an immense knowledge of local needs and conditions which are present in our area, allowing us to create beautiful and functional landscapes for you and your guests to enjoy for a lifetime! Our landscape construction services include our own designs and implementing landscapes by other architects and designers. Services include landscape planting, themed gardens, entrances, walkways, and patio installation, outdoor living areas and pool decks, retaining walls, driveways, and lawn and meadow design. For outdoor maintenance, we use organic products for the safety of your family, pets, guests and our associates. Our seasonal maintenance services include spring cleanup, fertilizer application, weeding, edging, and mulching, fall cleanup, and winter protection. We also offer snow and ice management.

I used Nicole's services for a landscape design and could not be happier. Nicole is a true expert!…read moreHer knowledge and thoroughness is unmatched in the industry. She considers the long term impact of her designs and bases them off of her years of experience and education in the field. She is very easy to get a hold of, and very responsive. Her pricing is reasonable and clear for the client. I would absolutely use her services again in the future.

Nicole is a rock star! I am doing a renovation of my basement and the City of Newton required a…read morebuilding permit that included a complete assessment of the trees on the property (tree zone map, tree inventory, tree protection plan). I did not even know where to start until someone recommended that I reach out to Nicole. She was extraordinary; spending time on my property, consulting with the appropriate folks in city hall, and provided amazing documents for us. The city managers were even impressed with her professional presentation of the material, and the level of detail that she provided. She is beyond knowledgeable, thorough, and communicates every step of the way. It is very clear that she LOVES what she does and will do everything possible to make sure her clients are pleased with her work. Well, I was beyond pleased and highly recommend her ! And to top it off... she is fun to work with!