A graduate of Purdue University in 1982 with a degree in Landscape Architecture, Darren Williamson began his career designing and installing landscapes (hardscapes, water features, naturescapes, etc.) for residential and commercial clients along the Baltimore-Washington corridor.
Since returning to his Midwestern roots in 1987, Darren has continued to focus on creativity and quality, but with an added dimension of personal service that grew out of his own commitment to client satisfaction.
By establishing North Star Landscape Design & Installation, Darren calls his teams to go beyond "industry standards" to execute his vision for unique design, quality construction and personal service.
"New clients come to us for help in managing the physical aspects of a project…They stay with us because we work with them to create beautiful landscapes!"
Business highlights
25 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
•Professional Landscape Design and Consultation •Installation •Water Feature and Pond Design and Construction •Retaining Walls, Walks and Patios •Patio Components - Fire Pits, Pergolas, Knee Walls, Seating Areas •Naturescapes •Seeding/Sod and Lawn Care (Fertilizers, Insecticides/Pesticides/Herbicides) *LICENSED Chemical Applicators •Irrigation Design •Landscape Renovation •Problem-Area Resolution
I was very pleased with the work, but I felt that the price was on the high side.
Description of Work: They installed a retaining wall, plants, and other basic landscaping.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Mariann L.
06/2015
1.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They never responded to my inquiry.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
Thomas K.
05/2015
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Provided detailed landscaping layout of yard and gardens.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Lana J.
05/2014
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Landscaped front and south side of house. Went great and looks very nice. I worked with him on some of the plants/shrubs I liked and he worked them into the layout. Nice to work with, both he and his wife.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,300
Deborah P.
09/2013
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
It went very well.
Description of Work: They landscaped and updated the front of our home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Vicki H.
06/2013
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
The work was supposed to be done on May 30, 2013, but the crew showed up on the morning of May 29,2013. They worked in a timely manner and finished the job the next morning. At that time some of the plants that were supposed to go in were not quite good enough or so we were told as they refused to plant them. A few days later Darren Williamson himself came and installed healthy plants. We were very satisfied with the work that was done. It looks very nice and we would definitely hire them again.
Description of Work: The firm installed a patio in the backyard and put in plants and landscaping in the front yard.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,600
Barbara P.
10/2012
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
Darren came to the house and listened to what we wanted completed. He gave us a proposal that unfortunately we could not afford. He continued to work with us until we reach a pricepoint that we were comfortable with. He was very easy to work with and was not at all pushy.
Description of Work: Darren was great. He worked with us to reach a pricepoint that we could afford. The work was as stated in the contract and in the time frame quoted. Very good work - cleaned up after. We would definitely work with him again
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000
Lynford G.
06/2012
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
Showed up on time, performed as stated in their proposal and cleaned up after they completed their work both days.
Description of Work: Designed and implemented a new landscape design for the front of my home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500
Gary L.
03/2012
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
North Star Landscape Design - Landscaping North Star Landscape Design, I have had several different landscaping companies out to fertilize my lawn, and what stood out about North Star Landscaping, was that they bought out a landscape chemist (which I didn't have to ask for) to do an analysis of my grass for nutrients in ground to actually see what it needs instead of just a one size fits all approach. These guys are more expensive then most, but their job is so superior then the others. I will be using them this year also, for 1 year all treatments of my yard, everything, including all my beds and all, and it will cost $14, 087. I have 8 & 1/4 acres of golf course type grass and I have a full soccer field that is better than every high school in this area. They get the job done, very responsive, they are where they should be when they say they will be.
Description of Work: North Star Landscape Design - Landscaping We used North Star Landscape Design, last year to treat our yard, I don't remember the cost.
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Service Categories
Landscaping,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Landscaping - Lakefront,
Mulch and Topsoil,
Leaf Removal,
Lawn Fertilization & Treatment
FAQ
North Star Landscape Design & Installation is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
North Star Landscape Design & Installation accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, North Star Landscape Design & Installation offers free project estimates.
Yes, North Star Landscape Design & Installation offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, North Star Landscape Design & Installation does not offer a senior discount.
No, North Star Landscape Design & Installation does not offer emergency services.
Yes, North Star Landscape Design & Installation offers warranties.
North Star Landscape Design & Installation offers the following services: •Professional Landscape Design and Consultation •Installation •Water Feature and Pond Design and Construction •Retaining Walls, Walks and Patios •Patio Components - Fire Pits, Pergolas, Knee Walls, Seating Areas •Naturescapes •Seeding/Sod and Lawn Care (Fertilizers, Insecticides/Pesticides/Herbicides) *LICENSED Chemical Applicators •Irrigation Design •Landscape Renovation •Problem-Area Resolution