PRELUDE Volume IV

BUILDING
ENDURING
RELATIONSHIPS
Bruce S. MacDowell Jr., principal and owner of The
MacDowell Company, believes that a successful
landscape architectural design project starts
with the development of a trusting relationship
with each client. It is essential that the design process be
a collaborative effort; one which is highlighted by clear
and effective communication. It is crucial that landscape
architects and project managers inform and educate
the client throughout the design process and project
implementation phases, so they are properly equipped to
make confident, well informed decisions.
Though passion, knowledge, artistic and technical abilities
of a landscape architect are essential ingredients to
conceive and develop a unique and enduring design, the
highest level of success in this field is achieved through
exceptional interpersonal communication. Landscape
architects and design team members must not only be
highly proficient at developing custom, visionary designs,
but must also build a trusting relationship with each client.
Talented, dedicated professionals and strong relationships
are what most often lead to positive project experiences
and optimal designs.
Each project inherently develops a history of design
iterations, considerations, discussions and decisions
throughout the design process. Without proper
professional guidance from a landscape architect and
project management team, that history, as well as general
design intent, can often be misunderstood or lost during
the construction process. Project managers at The
MacDowell Company, are integral members of the team
from the outset of the design process and are readily
available to contribute valuable knowledge to the design
team and client. Project managers witness and partake
in the design evolution so they are thoroughly equipped
to oversee and implement each project’s distinct design
intent and custom detailed components as envisioned.
A successful project can be designed and managed
through implementation in a variety of ways. However,
to The MacDowell Company, the most rewarding aspect
of providing a seamless set of services is the longlasting
relationships they build with each individual
client, the enjoyable experience consistently delivered
to them and the unique spaces that are harmoniously
integrated into their homes for their family and friends
to enjoy. Collaboration, communication, trust and strong
relationships are the governing principles and ideologies
that The MacDowell Company incorporates into every
design project and has exemplified the Company ethos for
over 50 years.
For more information, visit themacdowellcompany.com.
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