Martin A. Haber, ASLA LEED AP

Martin HaberWe undertook the project of transforming the deck and "back yard" of our lake property, a wooded, natural area, to have more visual impact and enhance our home. We wanted to "embellish" nature without being too obvious about it. Martin was able to translate our vision and improve on it. He helped us with deck design and hardscape features and ultimately a landscape plan. He terraced the gently sloping lot with a stone wall that bisected the entire yard and a set of stone stairs and created interest and direction by installing multiple stone pathways throughout the yard. Martin and I share a love of English cottage gardens, so he created a plan for the newly terraced area which incorporates partly shady to sunny sections full of flowering trees, shrubs and plants. When I had thoughts or details I wanted to explore along the way, Martin had ideas that took my initial concept and improved upon them, whether it was how the stairs should turn or an additional stone terrace or incorporation of my favorite plants. Martin also provided us referrals for contractors and was available for overseeing various parts of the plan and/or managing the contractors. We are thrilled with the outcome!