DW Legacy Design^®

We believe that when environment, economics, art and community are combined in harmony with the dictates of the land and needs of society, magical places result– sustainable places of timeless beauty, significant value and enduring quality, places that lift the spirit. Design Workshop is dedicated to creating legacy projects: for our clients, for society and for the well-being of our planet.

Continuous feedback is the cornerstone of our design process. We begin projects by studying the landscape’s limitations and potential. Then we match those qualities to our clients’ needs and to market reality. At every phase we discuss alternatives with clients and engage the community. These methods are proven to reconcile diverse and even conflicting priorities and lead to timely approvals. The same principles result in a grand vision that leads to long-term stewardship of the land.

Design Workshop has mastered the challenges of planning and design in the fragile ecosystems of the American West. We view severe climate, rugged terrain, complex water rights, special- interest groups, and strict land-use laws as elements that contribute to creative solutions. Our success at solving problems under extreme conditions provides us with the experience to address difficult environments around the world.