Many of us have been to places that give us that feeling of having been transported into another world. Whether it be sitting in an Adirondack chair on a patio somewhere on the Cape with a view of the ocean, or a mosaic-tiled garden space with water fountains in Europe, or a famed tiki-inspired restaurant in Key West – walking into a space that enables the mind to retreat into relaxation is always a welcome and memorable experience.

Imagine having that feeling all the time, without leaving your own backyard. Known for their custom landscape designs and exceptional attention to detail, Stucchi Landscape & Design makes any vision you have for your outdoor space a possibility. Looking for an intricate, multi-seasonal garden design or an outdoor kitchen and entertainment space that is the talk of the town? Stucchi helps home and business owners turn their landscapes into enviable masterpieces.

“When someone purchases a home, they usually have a strong idea of how they want to use it, and we love transforming the space for them to be able to do that – making it a perfect fit for their family for the next 5-10 years or longer. Every space can be a unique reflection of the owner’s personality and lifestyle. We work hard to understand what it is someone is looking for so that we can get it exactly right,” says owner Jim Stucchi.

Everything is considered to the last specification - from the design and layout of patios, walkways, lighting, and pools to lawn installations, fertilization programs, horticulture-pointed maintenance, and proper drainage. Stucchi leaves no stone unturned and builds strong relationships with his clients so that he can take an integrated approach that results in the highest caliber of work.

“One of my all time favorite projects was for a wonderful family in Hopkinton. Their beautiful home is set into a heavily wooded hillside that is a truly unique and purpose-built landscape. Each space offers its own feel and personality while also contributing to the whole. The client, who has a passion for art, requested that we design the property to highlight some of her favorite collected pieces,” shares Stucchi.

Along with that came an additional heartfelt request – to incorporate together all elevations of the gardens with wheelchair accessible paths so that her son would be able to freely experience the gardens as well. 

“Designing the space needed to carefully take into consideration moving through varied hillside locations on the property. These particular passageways had to be dimensionally specific, including functional ramps for at least nine months of the year. Within the masonry walls and garden terraces we created niche areas for locally and nationally sourced art pieces that had been curated over years of the family travels. The goal was to showcase the art in a way that paid respect to the piece but also allowed it to seamlessly blend into the individual garden space as well. It was completely custom down to the last detail.”

Clients have been so happy with the work that they are often repeat customers. For example, if an outdoor play space has outlived its use as children have grown, a family may opt to transform that space into a patio or kitchen, a greenhouse/garden, or a pool area. Whatever the need may be, Stucchi is ready to help ensure that it is done beautifully and fits perfectly with the rest of the space. The intention is to elevate the property, in an approachable and unpretentious way.

Landscape design can increase a home’s value up to 25%, enhancing both curb appeal and the general functionality of the property. Extended living space with patios and decks, attractive plants, lighting, luxury features, irrigation and pergolas all have a high return on investment.

“We understand that our work is a personal and inspired investment in our clients’ property and we take that very seriously. Each family we work for is unique and we listen carefully to what they are hoping to achieve with their space. The majority of our endeavors are phased out over a 1-3 year period. For that reason, we utilize a very thoughtful and forward-thinking approach toward implementing our projects, all of which begin with a proper site analysis. We consider all of the functional elements such as drainage, sun orientation, infrastructure needs, privacy, and noise reduction,” Stucchi says.

“It’s important to not only consider the components that bring ornamental value, but also the unseen critical pieces that will make the finished project a true success years down the road. By carefully folding together the designed ingredients with the craftsmanship of our installation teams we elevate the beauty and functionality of the home for the families we work with.”

With over 25 years of landscape design experience built on a foundation of trust and integrity, Jim not only serves his customers but also supports the communities he works in. Jim is a longstanding board member for the Metrowest YMCA, a current member of the Keefe Technical High School Landscape/Horticulture Advisory Board and has served as President of the Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association. 

Stucchi Landscape & Design is based in Holliston and offers services all around New England. Projects are customized to a client’s goals, timeline and budget. To learn more or to begin bringing your creative outdoor vision to life, book a consultation by reaching out to [email protected] or calling 774-233-2151.

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