Question 1

Do you build the landscapes, or only design them?

Accepted Answer

FloraStone Studio is a design-first studio, not a contractor. We create photorealistic 3D renderings and detailed plans for your outdoor space, then partner with trusted installers to bring the design to life — so every decision is made before any work begins.

Question 2

What areas do you serve?

Accepted Answer

We design outdoor spaces across the Portland, OR metro, SW Washington, and the Columbia River Gorge. In Oregon that includes Portland, Lake Oswego, Beaverton, Tigard, Wilsonville, Happy Valley, West Linn, and Oregon City; in Washington, Vancouver, Camas, Battle Ground, Ridgefield, and Washougal.

Question 3

What's included in a FloraStone design?

Accepted Answer

Every project includes a full site assessment, a cohesive design concept, and photorealistic 3D renderings paired with detailed plans. You see exactly how your stone, plantings, water, and fire elements work together before anything is installed.

Question 4

How does the photorealistic 3D rendering process work?

Accepted Answer

We model your property in 3D and render your future space in lifelike detail — materials, plantings, lighting, and sightlines included. This lets you walk through the design and refine it on screen, which eliminates guesswork and costly mid-project changes.

Question 5

How long does the design process take?

Accepted Answer

Most designs take a few weeks from initial consultation to final plans, depending on the scope and complexity of your property. We focus on getting the vision right rather than rushing it.

Question 6

What makes a design-first studio different from a landscaping contractor?

Accepted Answer

A contractor typically prices and installs work as the project unfolds. A design-first studio composes the entire environment up front — proportions, materials, and flow — so the finished space feels intentional and unified rather than assembled piece by piece.

Question 7

How much does a paver patio cost in Portland?

Accepted Answer

There's no honest one-size answer — slope, drainage, access, materials, and design all move the number, so two patios of the same size can cost very differently. Most of our clients invest somewhere from the low five figures for a quality patio and planted surround, up to $40,000-$50,000 or more for a complete outdoor living environment with retaining walls, a fire or water feature, and full landscaping. Rather than shrink your vision to fit a single year's budget, we design your complete space first and help you build it in phases — so the dream never has to get smaller, it just gets built on a timeline that works for you.

Question 8

Why design for the Pacific Northwest climate specifically?

Accepted Answer

We design with our region's wet winters and dry summers in mind, choosing native, low-maintenance plantings and weatherproof materials. The result is an outdoor space that thrives year-round with minimal upkeep — designed for our climate, not against it.

Your backyard, reimagined as a natural space where memories take root.