Landscape architecture is the art of shaping land over time.
Our practice encompasses landscape architecture, planting design, arboricultural consulting, and lon
OUR PRACTICE
Daniel Eginton Landscape Architecture is a multidisciplinary studio devoted to the thoughtful shaping of land, gardens, and outdoor environments. Our work integrates landscape architecture, planting design, and arboricultural consulting into a unified design practice grounded in ecological understanding, technical rigor, and craft.
Each project begins with close study of site conditions—soils, canopy, hydrology, topography, and patterns of use—and evolves through a collaborative, research-driven process. We design landscapes that are resilient, expressive, and enduring, guided by regional character and long-term stewardship.
AREA OF FOCUS
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AND SITE PLANNING
We provide comprehensive landscape architectural services for residential, institutional, and civic environments. Our work includes master planning, site layout, circulation systems, grading and drainage strategies, and the integration of built and planted elements.
Design solutions balance spatial clarity with horticultural richness, organizing landscapes into coherent sequences of arrival, movement, gathering, and retreat.
PLANTING DESIGN AND GARDEN DEVELOPMENT
Planting is central to our practice. We design layered, ecologically informed plant communities that evolve gracefully over time and support regional biodiversity.
Our planting work emphasizes:
- Seasonal rhythm and long-term structure
- Native and climate-adapted species
- Texture, movement, and spatial definition
- Canopy preservation and succession planning
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION FOR PERMITTING
We produce clear, detailed construction documents that translate design intent into buildable systems. Our drawings and specifications support efficient permitting, accurate pricing, and high-quality installation.
Deliverables may include:
- Planting and layout plans
- Grading and drainage plans
- Detail sheets and specifications
- Permit and municipal submittals
- Coordination with consultants and authorities
IMPLIMENTAION AND FIELD WORK
We remain actively involved throughout construction to ensure design integrity and technical performance.
Services may include:
- Contractor coordination
- Site observations and field adjustments
- Plant placement and layout
- Substitution review
- Installation oversight
Our goal is to guide each project from concept through completion with consistency and care, including highly detailed hardscape development and a focus on plants.
DESIGN PROCESS
Phase I — Site Analysis & Concept Development
We begin with a comprehensive evaluation of site conditions and client objectives. Early concepts establish spatial structure, planting strategy, and design direction.
Phase II — Design Development
Concepts are refined through detailed layouts, planting studies, and material selection. Systems are coordinated and technical feasibility is confirmed.
Phase III — Construction Documentation & Permitting
Final drawings and specifications are prepared for pricing, permitting, and construction.
Phase IV — Construction Administration & Stewardship
We support implementation and guide long-term performance through ongoing consultation and site engagement.
PROJECT TYPES
Our studio works across a range of scales and contexts, including:
- Estate and residential landscapes
- Coastal and waterfront properties
- Garden renovations and restorations
- New construction sites
- Institutional and civic landscapes
- Tree preservation and redevelopment projects
- Each commission is approached with the same commitment to quality, longevity, and place-based design.
COMMITMENT TO DRAFT AND STEWARDSHIP
We believe great landscapes are not simply installed—they are cultivated over time. Our work is guided by long-term thinking, environmental responsibility, and respect for living systems.
Through careful design, technical expertise, and ongoing collaboration, we create landscapes that mature with grace and meaning.
Arborist Consulting + Tree Strategy
Arborist Consulting + Tree Strategy
Arboricultural Services
Our arboricultural practice is rooted in careful observation, technical rigor, and long-term stewardship. Trees are approached as living structure—defining space, scale, and continuity—requiring both protection and thoughtful guidance as landscapes evolve. Each recommendation balances ecological health, public safety, and design intent, ensuring trees remain integral to the life of a place.
• Tree evaluations and prescriptions
• Tree protection planning and recompense analysis
• Comprehensive tree inventories and health assessments
• Risk identification with informed mitigation recommendations
• Tree preservation planning for renovation and construction sites
• Strategic canopy planning, including specimen placement, screening, and long-term growth.
Meet our Principal!
Daniel Eginton, RLA. ISA Certified Arborist- Founder, Principal
Daniel Eginton Landscape Architecture is led by founder, Landscape Architect and Certified Arborist, Daniel Eginton who has established a reputation for conceiving and planning thoughtful, timeless landscapes since 1996. His years of field experience has spanned 35 years, including Walt Disney's Epcot Center where Daniel designed and maintained some world-renowned gardens. Daniel's education spans from the State University of New York to the University of Georgia's Environmental Design School where he earned his BLA.
While creating timeless gardens, Daniel and his team incorporate elements of natural stone, garden features, water and art with lush greenery, color and pollinators into each design. In most instances, Daniel believes plants can also be used to solve erosion and drainage problems as well to create barriers between harmful chemicals and pollutants adjacent to waterways.
Curated Planting Implementation
clients seeking a design and horticultural execution, DELA offers planting for select projects
This service is intentionally selective and reserved for projects in which planting is fundamental to the success of the landscape. It is offered where the character, performance, and long-term expression of the design depend on careful plant selection, precise placement, and informed field judgment.
Planting implementation may include:
• Plant procurement and coordination with specialty nurseries and growers
• On-site layout and staking in direct response to the planting design
• Installation of trees, shrubs, and perennials with attention to soil preparation and proper establishment
• Final garden composition adjustments in the field to refine spacing, balance, and seasonal expression
Hardscape construction is typically completed by a qualified landscape contractor or builder. When appropriate, we coordinate closely with the selected team to ensure planting is seamlessly integrated with completed site work and that the design intent is fully realized.