Award
2023 Merit Award
Site
Lake Forest, Illinois
Client
Craig Bergmann & Paul Klug
Category
Historic Landscapes
Landscape Architects
Craig Bergmann Landscape Design, Inc.
Project Details
Originally designed by architect David Adler in 1917 for A. Watson and Elsa Armour, the Gardens at 900 are a sensitive renovation & re-interpretation of the original entry buildings & gardens. Functioning as a private residence & home to Craig Bergmann Landscape Design, Inc., the use of buildings & garden areas respects the history of the site, while fostering creativity. Formal borders, shade garden, orchard, new swimming pool garden, & motor court constitute the garden today. A relatively young garden, The Gardens at 900 are an excellent example of how quickly a landscape can be transformed with the strategic placement of plant material & a focused, collaborative vision.
Project Team
Craig Bergmann Landscape Design, Inc.
Owner/Client: Craig Bergmann & Paul Klug
Arch: Liederbach & Graham Architects
Engineer: Greengard, Inc.
Contractors: Masonry by Fernando, PavTech Inc., Lightscapes Inc., Craig Bergmann Landscape Design Inc., Boilini Company, Buss Landscape Company