Some landscapes are inherited. Others are stewarded across generations.
Selected through a competitive design process, OLA was honored to help guide the next chapter of this Country Place Era estate, a property that has remained in the same family since the 1920s. Our work focused on honoring the estate's rich history while thoughtfully adapting the landscape to support contemporary family life.
Working closely with the client and an exceptional team of collaborators, we approached the property as a cohesive whole. Rather than maximizing individual features, the design sought to strengthen the relationships between architecture, landscape, and the enduring character of the estate.
A ceremonial arrival sequence was reimagined through carefully detailed paving transitions, columns, terraces, walls, steps, and site lighting. Axial views, long central to the organization of the property, were reinforced and clarified, while formal lawns were softened with native plant communities that support pollinators and strengthen ecological diversity.
Every design decision emerged through careful observation, extensive site visits, and a highly collaborative process. The result is a landscape that honors its history while continuing to evolve, ensuring the estate remains both rooted in its past and prepared for generations to come.
