It All Begins With a Plan

Landscape Planner and Designer

Hala Issa

Hala brings together her deep understanding of planning, organizing, plants, and hardscaping with a love of design. She will make sure that your yard is a beautiful and usable space. As a graduate of Emory University School of Landscape Design and a former Realtor, she specializes in helping clients increase the value and beauty of their homes by creating elegant outdoor living spaces that incorporate Hardscapes and Softscapes to soften the outdoor living area. Hala’s objective is to enhance the exterior of your home, raise your property value, and beautify your whole neighborhood. Her ultimate goal is to ensure you are completely satisfied with the end result of your project.

Transform Your Outdoor Space with Landscape Designs by Hala

WHY START WITH A LANDSCAPING PLAN?

All projects, no matter how simple or complex, begin with a plan. Landscape planning and design is no different. A plan helps everyone involved know exactly what is needed in each part of the yard, and stay focused on the tasks of the project. Whether you choose to hire a professional or to install the project yourself, you can use the finalized plan to install as a whole or in phases. Utilize your plan as a checklist to bring your vision for your yard to reality.

testimonial

It was such a great gift to receive Hala’s design services! I’ve been in my house about 10 years. It had an established yard that was “fine” while I raced around and raised kids and all. I love to garden and the kids are off to college now, so I finally have time to focus on making this the space I love. Hala spent time with me talking about what I liked that was here, what I wanted to accomplish, what plants I love, etc. Shortly after, she delivered a beautiful plan that transforms my space. The plan is perfect for me, because now I have the vision and plan. I work on it as I have the time and money and the yard is really starting to come together now. Super gift! - Rachel M. Holly Springs

WHY HIRE A PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGNER?

Paying for a professional landscape design offers several key benefits that free services may not provide:

Customization: A paid design service tailors the landscape specifically to your property’s unique features, climate, soil, and your personal preferences. While free designs may use generic templates, a professional design will ensure that your vision is met and that your space is maximized effectively.
Expertise and Knowledge: Professional designers bring years of education, experience, and up-to-date knowledge of plant health, materials, irrigation, and sustainable practices. This ensures that your design is not only visually appealing but also functional, long-lasting, and environmentally responsible.
Attention to Detail: Paid designs go beyond aesthetics. A skilled designer will consider factors like drainage, sun exposure, and plant growth patterns to create a sustainable environment. This minimizes the likelihood of costly mistakes that could arise from poorly planned layouts.
Increased Property Value: A well-designed landscape can significantly enhance the curb appeal and value of your property. Investing in professional design ensures that your landscape increases your home’s overall worth, whereas free services might miss out on maximizing this potential.
Ongoing Support: When you pay for a design, you're often guaranteed continued support, whether it's for plant selection, installation guidance, or future adjustments. Free services typically don’t offer this level of ongoing consultation.
Efficiency and Time Savings: A professional design helps you avoid the trial-and-error process. Instead of spending time figuring out what works and what doesn’t, you’ll have a plan to execute right away, making the process much faster and more efficient.

Investing in professional landscape design is about more than just the initial design—it's about creating a beautiful, functional space that will stand the test of time and provide long-term value.