For apartment owners looking to redesign landscaping, 3-D design software can help with the decision-making process and provide a type of insurance policy.
In professional landscape design programs, landscape architects can import a picture of the apartment building or buildings and then create a new landscape design on the property at scale. The software offers a library of plants, mulch, pavers and other hardscape materials so decision-makers can easily see a variety of options.
In addition, the software can show the new outdoor space in every season to allow for plant choices that offer optimum color and curb appeal throughout the year.
When finalized, the detailed designs offer owners and property managers a way to ensure landscapers follow through on the plan, unlike a more traditional drawing and plant list. Any improper or missing plantings can be easily spotted by referring to the design—and then corrected by the landscaper.