Introduction to JSLA, Inc.

JSLA, Inc. was established in 1987 by James Smith, RLA to offer design and consulting services to commercial and residential clients.

From the design of a project’s unique requirements to assisting in the phasing, bid, negotiation, and implementation, J. Smith has the experience and ability to help develop your plans into a design that meets near and long term goals and that will enhance your property and create value for your investment.

Creative ability, sound design principles, practical experience, and a commitment to quality professional service assures you of an objective consulting experience and a project designed to your specifications, down to the smallest detail.

Elements of Design

Landscape Architecture combines art, science, engineering, architecture, horticulture and technology in a profession that strives to integrate man and structure into the natural environment. Many people assume that landscape architects only design gardens and landscapes. In fact, the landscape architect’s responsibility includes the natural and the man-made elements or everything outside the walls of a home or building. The natural element include the trees, shrubs, groundcovers, lawns, streams, ponds, etc. The man-made elements include: the structures, drives, walks, decks, patios, swimming pools, etc.

Services Offered

  • Hourly Consulting
  • Sketch Plans
  • Landscape Plans
  • Hardscape Plans
  • Master Plans

Professional Experience

  • Extensive Residential Landscape Design and Site Planning
  • Landscape Architectural Design and Site Development
  • Landscape Maintenance and Construction Management
  • Design Build and Landscape Contracting
  • Commercial and Residential Planning and Development
  • Resort, Amenity, and Recreational Master Planning

Design Experience/Design Elements

  • Landscape and garden design
  • Drives and walks
  • Patios
  • Decks
  • Swimming pools and spas
  • Ponds and water features
  • Arbors and Pergolas
  • Walls and Fences
  • Fire pits
  • Putting greens and lawn sports
  • Drainage and Erosion Solutions
  • Everything else outside