Landscape Design Services for North Shore Homes and Outdoor Living Projects
Schedule a ConsultationA well-planned outdoor space should feel connected to the home, support how the property is used, and hold up well over time. Without the right planning and oversight, landscape projects can become frustrating, unclear, and difficult to manage as details get missed and expectations drift during construction.
Bertog Landscape provides landscape design and build services that combine thoughtful planning, clear communication, and professional project management from the first conversation through final installation.
Landscape design and build projects should improve how the property looks, feels, and functions throughout the year.
Schedule a ConsultationBertog works with homeowners looking to:
Our team develops outdoor spaces that fit naturally with the home, surrounding landscape, and long-term goals for the property.
What our Design + Build practice covers, how projects are scoped, and how residential landscape construction is delivered from concept through installation.
Read the OverviewA clear look at how each Design + Build project moves through discovery, design, planning, and construction so homeowners know what to expect at each stage.
See Our ProcessOur in-house design work. Site planning, layout, plant selection, 2D and 3D visualization for outdoor living spaces and full-property design work.
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Patios & Walkways
Patios and walkways that improve circulation, gathering space, and the overall usability of the property.
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Pergolas & Ramadas
Covered outdoor structures that create shade, define gathering areas, and improve comfort throughout the outdoor living space.
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Retaining & Seat Walls
Retaining and seat walls that help manage elevation changes while creating additional structure throughout the landscape.
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Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor kitchen installations designed around entertaining, outdoor dining, and long-term outdoor use.
ExploreGrill Islands
Dedicated grilling spaces that help organize outdoor cooking areas and support a more complete outdoor living environment.
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Fire Features
Fire pits and fireplaces that help outdoor spaces remain comfortable and usable during cooler evenings and changing seasons.
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Decks
Deck construction services that expand outdoor gathering space and improve access throughout the property.
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Driveways
Driveway installations and upgrades designed to improve property access, layout, and curb appeal.
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Pools & Spas
Pool and spa environments coordinated alongside patios, planting areas, lighting, and surrounding outdoor living features.
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Sport Court
Sport court installations designed around recreation, activity, and long-term outdoor use for families and homeowners.
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Outdoor Lighting & Audio
Lighting and outdoor audio systems that improve visibility, atmosphere, and evening use throughout the property.
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Pricing Tool
Build a rough budget for your Design + Build project by selecting the outdoor living components you're considering. Live cost ranges, no email required.
ExploreLarge outdoor projects involve many moving parts, and homeowners often come to Bertog after experiencing:
Our team focuses on planning, communication, and ongoing oversight so homeowners feel informed and confident throughout the project.
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We walk the property, discuss priorities, and evaluate how the space is currently being used along with what improvements are needed.
Our team creates a clear project direction through site planning, layout development, material recommendations, and detailed project scope discussions.
Crews complete the project with communication, professional oversight, and attention to the condition of the property throughout construction.
Patios and walkways, pergolas and ramadas, outdoor kitchens, grill islands, fire features, decks, driveways, pools and spas, sport courts, outdoor lighting and audio, retaining and seat walls, and full outdoor living environments. Our team handles design, planning, and construction on residential properties throughout Chicago's North Shore.
Yes. Our in-house design studio can support design-only projects when a homeowner already has a preferred installer, or provide integrated design and construction services when the project runs through Bertog end to end.
Timeline depends on scope, materials, and permit requirements. Smaller projects — a patio and lighting refresh, for example — can move through design and construction in a few months. Larger multi-phase outdoor living projects typically span a full season or across seasons for the strongest results.
Bertog Landscape serves Wheeling, Glenview, Wilmette, Winnetka, Lake Forest, Glencoe, Evanston, Northbrook, Highland Park, Deerfield, Kenilworth, and other Chicago North Shore communities.
Yes. Our online pricing tool lets you build a rough budget for your Design + Build project by selecting the outdoor living components you're considering. It gives live cost ranges and doesn't require an email or phone number to use.
