Business Details
45 Years
experience
Expert Landscape Architecture Services in New Rochelle
Since 1981, J G Lotto Landscape Architects has delivered environmentally responsible and aesthetically refined design solutions for residential, commercial, and municipal projects. Our practice emphasizes personalized service, maintaining strict budget adherence while balancing cost efficiency with long-term value. With expertise spanning schematic design, construction documentation, and contractor oversight, we offer both hourly consulting and full-service project management. Our exclusive design-build partnership with Acadian Landcrafters streamlines execution from concept to completion.Principal James Lotto brings decades of experience, including licensure in New York and membership in the American Society of Landscape Architects. Our work integrates ecological sensitivity with functional innovation, serving clients ranging from private homeowners to country clubs and public institutions. Through strategic collaborations and hands-on client engagement, we ensure projects meet technical, aesthetic, and environmental standards. Our commitment to quality extends to community involvement, including leadership roles in local preservation and horticultural organizations.
Services
Landscape Design
Site Planning
Environmental Master Planning
Construction Documentation
Design-Build Services
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of landscape architecture expertise since 1981.
- Our design-build partnership ensures seamless project execution from concept to completion.
- Principal-led approach guarantees personalized attention to every project detail.
- Licensed professionals with deep local regulatory and environmental knowledge.
- Proven track record with high-profile residential and commercial clients.
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Landscape Architects
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates functional, sustainable outdoor environments tailored to client needs. We integrate ecological principles with aesthetic considerations for residential and commercial properties. The process includes site analysis, conceptual planning, and detailed planting design to enhance property value and usability.
Environmental Planning
Environmental master planning assesses ecological constraints and opportunities for large-scale developments. We conduct habitat evaluations and stormwater management studies to ensure compliance with environmental regulations while optimizing land use efficiency for municipal and private clients.
Construction Documentation
Detailed construction documents translate design concepts into actionable blueprints. Our technical drawings specify grading, drainage, and material specifications to guide contractors. This service ensures accurate implementation of design intent while meeting municipal permitting requirements.
Design-Build Services
Through our Acadian Landcrafters partnership, we deliver integrated design and installation services. This streamlined approach reduces project timelines and costs by maintaining design continuity from concept through construction for residential landscapes and commercial developments.
Consulting Services
Hourly consulting provides targeted solutions for specific landscape challenges. We offer site feasibility studies, plant selection guidance, and maintenance planning to architects, property managers, and homeowners seeking specialized expertise.
People
James Lotto
Principal Landscape Architect
Licensed in New York with a Master of Landscape Architecture from Cornell University. 40+ years experience in residential and commercial design. Member of ASLA and former educator at NY Botanical Garden.
Questions
What services does JG Lotto Landscape Architect offer?
We provide full-service landscape architecture including design, environmental planning, construction documentation, and design-build implementation through our Acadian Landcrafters partnership.
Do you work on both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we serve both private homeowners and commercial clients including country clubs, apartment complexes, and public institutions.
What makes your design-build service unique?
Our partnership with Acadian Landcrafters ensures seamless execution from concept to completion, maintaining design integrity while optimizing cost efficiency and timelines.
Are you licensed to practice in New York?
Principal James Lotto holds a New York State license in Landscape Architecture and is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects.
What experience do you have with large-scale projects?
We've completed town-wide environmental master plans and worked with notable clients including Old Oaks Country Club and United States Federal Judges.
