Landscape architecture is the design of outdoor spaces, structures, and gardens for residential and commercial environments that blend nature and construction to create sustainable, interactive, and picturesque landscapes, backyards, neighborhoods, parks, campuses, and public places.
With 24 years of experience in landscape architecture, DabneyCollins serves homeowners in the Southeast, especially Greenville and Upstate, SC. In every phase of property development, we integrate residential master planning with a landscape architect’s expertise. It is our greatest joy to dream with each client and then bring that dream to life together. Following a site inventory with our lead designer, estimator, and horticulturist, the architecture design phases begin with revisions and discussions about value engineering and timeline to secure your budget and schedule. Our design development interweaves architectural integrity, human experience, and ecological awareness for unmatched wonder alongside structured elegance. From entrance development and driveway layout to site circulation, hardscaping, landscaping, luxury gardens, pool design, outdoor lighting, custom water features, and more, our team of architects and designers create the finest luxury outdoor spaces in the Southeast.
In a time of increasing disconnection and virtual experiences, commercial landscape architecture enhances the in-person interaction we have with nature and community. Well-designed public areas promote outdoor engagement, environmental sustainability, and meaningful occasions that enrich human life. When we talk with clients, it is often events and moments between activities, study, and work that they wish to capture with enduring imagination. Beginning with in-depth analysis of the site, our teams assess the ecological characteristics, climate, and future movement of intended users. With a collaborative approach, our landscape architects listen carefully to the client’s goals to develop a master plan that integrates sun and shade patterns, water drainage, vegetation, hardscape design, water features, lighting, and furniture, to name a few. With design approval, a project manager takes over as lead for the commercial landscape design-build process. At the end of landscape construction, we provide service manuals and a detail crew white-gloves the property, checking every system and removing all traces of construction activity.
Kenny Collins is the Owner of DabneyCollins and a Landscape Designer with his Bachelor’s of Science degree in Horticulture & Turfgrass Management at Clemson University. Over the course of 24 years, DabneyCollins has grown into a thriving team of designers, landscape architects, multiple installation crews, and specialist craftsmen. His philosophy has always been to put people first, both internally and in client relationships. Kenny places great emphasis on structural and horticultural integrity, encouraging continuing education, experimentation, and research to augment the collective team experience.
