Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Custom Landscaping Solutions in Minneapolis
Established in 2010, Visionary Landscape Design operates as a full-service design and build firm dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces. Our team combines over 30 years of collective experience in residential landscaping with specialized expertise in water features, hardscaping, and climate-adapted plantings. Certified by the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA) and recognized as a Certified Aquascape Contractor (CAC), we serve the Twin Cities metropolitan area, Western Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Our approach prioritizes personalized design solutions, leveraging industry-leading practices to create functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments. With a focus on client collaboration and technical proficiency, we execute projects ranging from small-scale renovations to complex landscape installations.Our commitment to ongoing education ensures alignment with evolving industry standards and sustainable practices. The firms leadership includes professionals with decades of hands-on experience in landscape architecture, horticulture, and project management. We maintain active involvement in local preservation initiatives and professional networks to enhance our service delivery. By integrating innovative design concepts with practical construction techniques, we aim to exceed client expectations while ensuring long-term landscape viability. Our track record demonstrates consistent delivery of high-quality results across diverse property types and geographic conditions.
Services
Water Features
Retaining Walls
Patios
Landscape Lighting
Plantings
Outdoor Kitchens
Pond Maintenance
Fire Pits
Walkways
Edging
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in residential landscape design and construction.
- Our team includes MNLA-certified professionals and Aquascape-trained specialists.
- We provide personalized design solutions tailored to Minnesota's challenging climate.
- Our projects integrate sustainable practices and climate-adapted plant selections.
- We maintain active industry affiliations to ensure cutting-edge design and techniques.
Associations and certifications
- Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA)
- Certified Aquascape Contractor (CAC)
Services
Water Features
We design and install custom water features including natural ponds, waterfalls, and low-maintenance pondless systems. Our Aquascape-certified team creates relaxing aquatic environments that integrate with existing landscapes. Features incorporate proper filtration, lighting, and seasonal adaptability for year-round enjoyment.
Retaining Walls
Our retaining wall solutions reshape sloped properties to create functional outdoor spaces. We use durable materials to construct walls that prevent erosion while expanding usable yard areas for patios, kitchens, and recreational zones.
Landscape Lighting
We install custom lighting systems that enhance safety and ambiance in outdoor spaces. Our designs use energy-efficient fixtures to highlight architectural elements, pathways, and plantings while creating inviting evening environments for entertainment.
Plantings
Our planting designs feature climate-adapted species selected for Minnesota's seasons. We combine perennials, shrubs, and trees to create layered, low-maintenance landscapes that provide year-round visual interest and ecological benefits through pollinator-friendly selections.
Outdoor Kitchens
We build custom outdoor kitchens that extend living spaces into backyard environments. Our designs integrate durable countertops, weather-resistant appliances, and functional layouts tailored to client entertaining needs while maintaining aesthetic harmony with surrounding landscapes.
People
Stephen Volkenant
Founder
With 30+ years in landscape design, Stephen founded Visionary Landscape Design in 2010 after working as designer and field supervisor. He holds MNLA certification since 1992 and contributes industry expertise through seminars and publications.
Jeremy
Partner
A biology graduate with 20+ years in landscaping, Jeremy joined as partner in 2015. His career spans all industry roles from laborer to owner, combining scientific knowledge with practical experience in water features and outdoor design.
Questions
What areas do you serve for landscaping projects?
We serve the Twin Cities metropolitan area, Western Wisconsin, and North Dakota for all our landscaping design and build services.
Are your contractors certified for water feature installations?
Yes, we are Certified Aquascape Contractors with specialized training in pondless waterfalls, ponds, and integrated water features.
Can you handle both small and large landscaping projects?
Our design-build approach accommodates projects of all scales, from simple patio installations to comprehensive backyard transformations with multiple elements.
How do you ensure landscapes survive Minnesota's climate?
We select hardy perennials, native plants, and climate-adapted trees to ensure year-round resilience against temperature extremes in our designs.
What types of outdoor living features do you specialize in?
We specialize in water features, retaining walls, landscape lighting, custom patios, outdoor kitchens, and integrated planting schemes for complete outdoor environments.
Do you offer maintenance services for installed landscapes?
Yes, we provide seasonal pond and waterfall maintenance packages to preserve the beauty and functionality of our installed water features.
