Wheel & Barrow Landscape Design & Maintenance

After finding him on the Houzz website and reading about others' positive experiences, we decided to hire Patrick for our very first landscaping design job - not knowing what at all to expect. We were a little nervous and ready to learn. Our first impression of Patrick was that he is a consummate professional, is sincere about his interactions with his clients, and genuinely loves his work. He was very good at managing our expectations regarding cost and features, and since this was our first landscaping rodeo, we really needed that. We told him our vision for our small back yard was "sanctuary." The result was a design that truly exceeded our expectations, and we fell in love with it. All of the deliverables were delivered according to the schedule he'd laid out in advance. Once we'd received the final/official design, one of the clinchers that helped us to decide to go ahead with the actual project is the fact that Patrick can also handle the project management side of things, which really saved us a lot of time that we didn't have to coordinate with the various contractors working on the yard. Not only is this important from a work synchronization perspective, but it also ensures that the actual designer is checking to make sure the final product remains loyal to the original design and the clients' wishes. And since Patrick has a history of landscaping/design in the Portland metro area, he was able to introduce us to some experienced landscapers and woodworkers - again saving us a lot more time, since we didn't have to find the contractors on our own. The final product will be finished next spring, but we're so happy with the results so far I wanted to post a review. We'll update this with new photos next year. If you're looking for spectacular results with minimum time/hassle required, then Patrick is your guy. My partner and I guarantee you won't be disappointed.

Patrick approaches his work with professionalism. He puts his heart into it and it shows. He is thorough in communication, creative, and flexible. I am so grateful to have him helping with our garden!

Patrick was responsive and detailed. We liked his process and felt like he really listened to what we were trying to accomplish. His cost estimating was pretty accurate as well so we're happy now with the install coming in right around budget... and looks awesome!

I worked with Patrick and Wheel & Barrow on a landscape design project for our house in the SW Hills. The yard is diverse, with areas that get a lot of sun and others are are deep in shade. Patrick brought his expertise about landscape design and plants and turned the yard into a garden. The professional approach and method he used to review the spaces, select plants and place them was exactly what we needed. The garden continues to impress as we move from spring to summer, with different flowers coming into bloom and tall grass that add color and texture I could not be more pleased with Patrick's work and can highly recommend him for any project - large or small (ours was rather large).

Patrick came highly recommended. We needed our front yard totally redesigned. We had a basic idea of what we wanted but didn’t know how to get started. Patrick’s design process helped achieve a beautiful front yard landscape. His listening skills provided clarity and functionality that we hoped to achieve. His knowledge of plants and plant partnerships is outstanding. His step by step plan met all committed deadlines. His work ethic and product quality is excellent. His people skills stood out and helped relieve our anxiety for spending lots of money to have his design implemented. We highly recommend Patrick. We are thrilled with the new landscape. Thank you Patrick

We were considering landscaping our front yard and a friend recommended Patrick. After talking with him a little I decided to go for it. He was very easy to work with. All our questions were answered and the final plans were shaped over a few face-to-face meetings. We love the design and our yard is amazing! We've continued to use Wheel and Barrow over the last couple years for monthly maintenance and love it. They are professional and do fantastic work. Highly recommended.

We have hired Patrick to redo both our front and back yards. He has done an amazing job! Patrick is also our lawn care professional and keeps everything looking amazing. Patrick takes time to understand exactly what you want. He is easy to work with and honest. You will not be disappointed.

My husband and I hired Patrick to create a new design for our front yard. In addition to being incredibly professional, he was spot on in being able to capture what we wanted for our outdoor space. We couldn't be happier with the results! Very highly recommend.

My husband and I hired Patrick to do our landscape plan for our Hillsdale mid-century modern home. Patrick's thoughtfulness and expertise meant we met all of our design goals and came up with a beautiful design as well. We are ecstatic with the result and we can't wait to get it installed!

Patrick was perfect. He listened, he was responsive and he executed in a timely manner. I would/will use him again. It's apparent that Patrick has a relationship with each plant that he uses in design. He has the ability to see the entire concept from both a detailed view and a bird's eye view. Patrick was also able to recommend other contractors to help with hardscaping. His referrals have all been quality. I am very impressed.

Patrick is an artist, a very professional artist, and we are so pleased. Color, form, and originality? All in play. Patrick is a plant expert. He is well-organized and not afraid to take risks. Our yard is small, but now it feels big, like our big-little earth bound cloud with pretty plants everywhere, a pair of walking paths heading in different directions, each made of something different, and a bridge over a tiny swale. Geez, Patrick. Who do you think we are? I feel like the Little Prince. But we are old, so we should feel like this, I think, when we sit in our back yard.

Patrick was receptive, creative, and diligent in the design of my new garden. We bought a modern style home, and I was at a loss for how to reconcile my love of the cottage garden style I love with the modern architecture. Patrick took my imagination and musings and turned them into something tremendous - a unique and stylist but whimsical and inspiring design that suits me perfectly. He responded quickly to my questions and concerns. I am very pleased with how the garden is filling out in its first year and look forward to watching it grow. I recommend him enthusiastically for anyone who needs someone to translate their nebulous vision into concrete reality.