Landscape Design

Frequently Asked Questions About Landscape Design

Why should homeowners invest in a 3D Digital Landscape Design?
Our custom 3D Digital Design is the essential first step for any major project in the Orland Park and Frankfort areas. It eliminates guesswork by providing a photorealistic preview of your finished space, including how the paver patio, lighting, and plantings will look in full scale. This visualization ensures the design perfectly matches your vision, prevents costly changes during construction, and accelerates HOA approvals often required in these suburbs.

How do you design an outdoor living space that thrives year-round in the Chicagoland climate?
Our two decades of experience in the Chicagoland area—including Tinley Park and Lockport—means we design for four seasons. This includes specifying hardscape materials (like freeze-thaw-resistant pavers) with proper base preparation to prevent heaving, utilizing low-maintenance, native Illinois plantings for resilience, and integrating specialized landscape lighting to provide warmth and safety throughout the winter months.

What is the difference between hardscapes and softscapes, and which should I prioritize for my home?
Hardscapes are the non-living structural elements, such as paver patios, retaining walls, walkways, and outdoor kitchens. Softscapes are the living elements, including shrubs, trees, flowers, and sod. For a lasting, high-value investment in your Orland Park home, we recommend prioritizing the hardscape foundation first, as these are permanent structures that define the function and flow of your entire yard.

Can A. Uribe Landscaping help with site-specific issues like yard drainage or grading in the Chicagoland area?
Yes. Effective drainage and proper grading are crucial to the long-term success of any landscape project in Frankfort or New Lenox. Our team is experienced in correcting slope issues, installing French drains, and using permeable pavers to manage water runoff. Addressing these functional concerns is a standard part of our design process before any beautiful hardscape or planting is installed.

As a family-owned company, what unique benefit does A. Uribe Landscaping offer clients that larger firms do not?
As a family-owned Chicagoland business with two decades of service, our key benefit is the commitment to craftsmanship, communication, and care mentioned in your introduction. This means the client works directly with Arturo Uribe and his dedicated team from the initial consultation through final construction. This hands-on, detail-oriented approach ensures a higher quality outcome and a personalized, stress-free experience that larger, less localized firms cannot match.