LIVING ART EXPRESSED THROUGH THE CREATIVE PROCESS OF LANDSCAPE DESIGN

  • WEST INDIES ON FREELING

  • CHEROKEE PARK BAYFRONT

  • PANORAMA HOUSE AT HIDDEN HARBOR

  • MANATEE CAPE DUTCH

  • SIESTA KEY TROPICAL MODERN

  • BIRD KEY TROPICAL MODERN

  • DAVIS ISLANDS II

  • CHEROKEE PARK CRAFTSMAN

  • LONGBOAT TROPICAL I

  • MODERN WHITFIELD

  • NOKOMIS COASTAL

  • ANNA MARIA TROPICAL

  • VENICE COASTAL MODERN

  • BIRD KEY MODERN I

  • HIGEL MODERN

  • CHEROKEE PARK MODERN

  • SIESTA KEY WEST INDIES

  • WEST INDIES ON FREELING

  • HARBOR ACRES MODERN I

  • POLO CLUB ESTATES MODERN

  • POLO CLUB ESTATES MODERN

  • BAY POINT

  • SOUTHSIDE VILLAGE

  • PANTHER RIDGE RANCH

PROCESS

Consultation

The fundamental objective is to understand the client’s desires, expectations, budget and timeline. This is achieved during the initial meeting at our office, the project site, phone or Zoom call.

Proposal for Services

A clear scope of design services is provided to the client.

Conceptual Design

Drawings, sketches, details, and material samples are provided to the client to express the vision for the designed landscape. The deliverables are large format renderings.

Final Plans & Construction Phase

A final set of plans are provided, which are used for the bidding and construction process. We facilitate coordination with the general contractor/builder and landscape contractor who will implement these plans.

  • DESIGN VISUALIZATION

Tim Borden

Tim began his professional career in his hometown of Ft. Lauderdale in 1997 working alongside civil engineers, landscape architects and building architects. After receiving his bachelor’s degree in 2002 in landscape architecture from the University of Florida, Tim was recruited to a design studio in Sarasota where he gained knowledge of the area’s rich architectural and cultural heritage. He primarily worked on larger planned unit developments but eventually fulfilled his desire for creating artistic and meaningful landscapes for individual homeowners by working with several local landscape design firms for nearly a decade. BORDEN Landscape Design was then founded in 2013.

Tim’s design and project management contributions have led to numerous awards received from the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), as well as being featured in local publications such as Sarasota Magazine, SRQ Magazine, Home & Design, LUXE and Atomic Ranch Magazines. In the past 10 years, BORDEN Landscape Design has won several design awards for residential landscape design, has transformed Sarasota’s residential landscape and works every day to create spaces people love to call home.

BORDEN Landscape Design

OFFICE

3303 Bahia Vista Street

Sarasota, FL 34239

By Appointment Only

tim@bordenlandscape.com

941-404-3161 Voice Only

Hours

M-F 9am - 4pm

 

  • We recently purchased a "fixer-upper" in Estero, FL for it's outstanding location and view-- preserve and lake. But the property was outdated Mediterranean-style, terribly overgrown (think jungle) and missing a pool. After meeting with several landscape architects, it was clear that Tim was the solution. Not only does he know his Florida vegetation, he's extremely creative and delivers extra-ordinary designs with unique materials. During the building of our pool, we got many comments from contractors about the unusual and beautiful choice of stone. When the landscape went in, the landscaper actually tried to talk me into some different plants because "I've never heard of some of this stuff; why don't you put in the palms that everybody has!!" Tim has unparalleled creativity.....integrating both hardscape and the softscape stuff...while still remaining pragmatic. Importantly, he stays in touch as the project progresses with suggestions on lighting, alternative materials if having procurement troubles, house paint colors..... We were thrilled that Tim would travel down to the Ft Myers area to consult with us! Thanks to Tim's plan, we have the most beautiful property in the neighborhood.....at least according to the neighbors and their visitors!! Thank you Tim!!!!

    LISA KRUEGER, ESTERO

  • I have worked with Tim on a few projects. Tim is the first call when my clients are looking for a landscape designer. He is very friendly, easy to work with and on top of all that, one of the greatest landscape designers in the business. If you are looking to round out your next project with a stunning landscape, look no further than Borden Landscape Design.

    MIKE COCOZZA, SARASOTA

  • I hired Borden Landscape Design for a difficult project. I am completely remodeling an old house that a previous owner had attempted to turn "Mediterranean". Mid-century lines were barely evident under the faux arches and tile, and the architect was having a difficult time translating the structure back to a modern style. I knew the exterior, including front entry and large pool courtyard, were crucial to the transformation and that the landscape plan would make a huge difference too. I met with Tim, showed him several photos of houses I liked (that were actually quite different in size and shape than mine), and the very first drawings he offered were exactly what I was trying to achieve. Both his hardscape plan as well as his plantings were absolutely perfect, and he also came up with the design elements the house structure needed to tie everything together. I cannot recommend Borden Landscape Design highly enough. Not only is Tim highly knowledgeable about Florida plants far beyond what you will see at your local nursery, he listens, and has an amazing talent for elevating the client's vision to great design!

    LCRIST, SARASOTA

  • We built a new home. Tim did a wonderful job with planning the landscaping, selecting the landscaper, and overseeing the installation. He listened to our ideas, incorporated them into the design, and worked within our budget. He was flexible and willing to make many changes along the way. He is very knowledgeable. We could not be more pleased with the final product. Tim was a pleasure to work with and we give him our highest recommendation.

    HARVEY WAXMAN, LONGBOAT KEY

  • I hired Borden Landscape to come up with a landscape design for a renovation of a 1962 bungalow in Bird Key, Sarasota, Florida. I asked Timothy Borden to put together a design using his imagination and run with it. He did not disappoint me. His ideas were unique, and beautiful. He did the planning for irrigation, driveway redesign, every different plant and tree and it's specific location, walkways and fun features like a fountain. His attention to detail was remarkable. I know that anyone who hires Timothy will be more than satisfied. You can see the enjoyment he has creating the one-of-a-kind look for your home.

    “MARKETHALIFAX”, BIRD KEY

  • I have worked with Tim on two major projects, one on Siesta Key and the other west of the Trail. He has done an incredible job on both projects. The designs are extremely well thought out and he has been an extraordinary listener, a skill set that is often lacking with many professionals. He has been very good at making changes throughout the course of the project, when we have determined that perhaps another plant or material might be more appropriate. I would highly recommend him as an extremely knowledgable and highly qualified professional.

    “KRASNYMOST”, SIESTA KEY