David R Lamb, ASLA

At David R. Lamb A.S.L.A., we are dedicated to creating beautiful, practical, and sustainable landscapes that harmonize people with their environment. Our mission is to design spaces that not only meet the needs of our clients but also contribute to the healing of ecosystems and support biodiversity.

With over 38 years of experience in the field of Landscape Architecture, we have witnessed the evolution of design approaches. From the traditional Beaux Art style, which drew inspiration from pleasure gardens worldwide, to our current focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility. Our commitment to the environment is unwavering, and we believe that our role as landscape architects is to create spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also environmentally conscious.

Our projects typically range from a minimum of $350,000 and can take anywhere from six months to five years to complete, depending on the complexity. We primarily focus on the North Shore of Long Island, the Hamptons, and the North Fork of Long Island, but we are open to working in other areas as well.

Services

We offer a wide range of services to meet our clients' needs, including:

• Master Planning: Program development, site analysis, zoning constraints, ecological analysis, concept graphics, and ballpark cost estimates.
• Design Development: Plans, sections, and details of all built elements, material selection and sampling, plant and lighting design, and assistance on the selection, purchase, and delivery of ornamental garden pieces, plant material, and water works.
• Bidding: Development of bid packages and distribution to contractors, assessment of bids, and management of contractor invoices.
• Permits: Obtaining building permits, village review of project for variance and approval, ensuring compliance with permitted drawings, and obtaining Certificate of Occupancy.
• Oversight: Periodic site visits to ensure compliance with construction documents and coordination between trades involved with installation.
• Maintenance: Providing a month-to-month maintenance schedule for the management of trees, shrubs, grass, meadows, perennial borders, soil health, and water conservation, as well as instructions in Spanish and English on the pruning of shrubs.

Our Projects

We have had the pleasure of working on a variety of projects that showcase our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Some of our notable projects include:

• A European Setting: A forecourt for a Germanic mansion on Long Island.
• Craftsman House Garden: A landscape that responds to a craftsman-style house.
• A Rustic HideAway: A woodland trail to a rustic shelter nestled in the woods.

At David R. Lamb A.S.L.A., we are dedicated to creating spaces that not only meet our clients' needs but also contribute to the betterment of the environment. We believe that our role as landscape architects is to design meaningful, practical, and beautiful spaces for people to live in while staying true to our commitment to the environment.