SERVICES

BioForm offers a range of professional landscape architectural design services for institutional, commercial, residential, public, and industrial clients. From concept development to implementation assistance, personal service and careful attention given to the unique requirements of each project are of top priority. Listed here are some of the key services that can be provided.

Design Concept Development - integrating client objectives with site opportunities
Master Planning – responsible site selection, analysis, site development concepts
Site Planning – building location, site engineering, grading plans, circulation design
LID (Low Impact Development) Strategies
Storm Water Management – drainage solutions, rain gardens and bioretention, green roofs, permeable paving
Planting Design – emphasis on native and durable adapted species, drought tolerant, maintainable landscapes
Hardscape and Site Structure Design – walls, walks, terraces, wood and masonry structures
Product Selection – emphasis on environmentally responsible and locally produced products
Site Lighting Design – fixture selection and layout with high efficiency and minimal light pollution
Irrigation Design – water conservation systems, rainwater harvesting, product specification
LEED Consulting Services (US Green Building Council - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
Construction Document Production and Approval Process
Construction Administration and Project Management

Water Management - Rainwater Harvesting - Efficient Irrigation

Providing site and system evaluations, recommendations, and design services to reduce stormwater runoff and maximize efficient water usage on the site. BioForm is also certified to provide EPA WaterSense inspections for new homes (view certificate)

Regenerative Landscapes

Wildlife Habitat Restoration and Enhancement – native plantings working with site ecology
Reforestation Plans – regenerative landscapes
Wetland Mitigation Plantings
Invasive Species Awareness and Control
Stream Restoration – natural channel design concepts
Soil Stabilization Strategies
Maintenance Programs - maintainable landscapes with long term ecological integrity

Garden Planning

Small-scale Agriculture and Urban Farming - providing strategies for homeowners, businesses, and community groups
Food Crop Selection and Planting Practices – vegetables, fruits, herb gardens
Organic Gardening Practices and Permaculture Design
Composting and Soil Improvement Strategies
Edible Landscapes - working with the managed landscape and site ecology
Rainwater Harvesting - water conservation and innovative irrigation practices

Visit BioForm's Garden Systems Development page...ideas for the small-scale farming community

City of Richmond Residents and Commercial Property Owners:
Learn about ways to reduce your stormwater utility bill...
by applying for Stormwater Utility Credits through simple low impact development practices such as permeable paving and rain gardens. See the City's website for more information. BioForm can help you find solutions that can reduce your fees - while enhancing the function, livability, and beauty of your landscape! Contact us here to learn more.

Landscape For Life: Based on the principles of the Sustainable SItes Initiative
Is your yard or garden working against nature? It's possible to create a great–looking garden that's healthier for you, your family, your pets, and the environment-and that saves you time and money. Landscape For Life offers a simple way to evaluate and improve your landscape. BioForm can guide you through the process.