Great Lakes Landscape Design was established in 1989 by Ivan Katz, and over the last 34 years has evolved into an award winning custom landscape design build firm. As you navigate our site you will see the full scope of services that we offer in the Metro Detroit area. Our unique ability is our keen eye for design, craftsmanship, comprehensive execution, and attention to detail in maintaining the project's integrity.
Our staff of professionals have been team members from 3 to 18 years, and consists of masons, landscape construction experts, maintenance & horticultural specialists, landscape designers, and more – that all work together to help provide a high end product that is client specific. We strive to manage our client’s needs – providing them with creative solutions for their outdoors, from design & conception – all the way through to installation and follow up landscape maintenance. We are a unique and innovative company, serving unique and innovative clients.
At Great Lakes Landscape Design we have a “green” attitude where we recycle, compost, and provide our environment with constant attention to keep it healthy. We pride ourselves in minimizing our waste, and the ability to turn it into something productive. As a member of the Michigan Green Industry Association and Chairman of the Board, Ivan and his staff are dedicated to ongoing education. We are constantly seeking new and creative ways to meet all of our clients’ outdoor needs.
As experienced landscape professionals, we’ll take your project from
concept to reality – and help you sustain it.
Please contact us at 248-543-6320.
Transforming spaces and lives using nature and innovative design.™
ABOUT US
ABOUT
“Great work, great guys on the job and great communication.
A very hands on owner, Ivan.”
Wayne Wudyka
“Great Lakes is just a wonderful company. Ivan and his team truly take care of their customers. The entire process of re-landscaping my backyard patio and deck area was a pleasure from start to finish. All involved were responsive and truly incredible.”
Joseph Hickey
“Ivan, Jeremy, and crew at Great Lakes: We held a BEAUTIFUL party in our newly refurbished backyard the other day and got rave reviews from all of our guests. The gabions were of particular interest… I’m hoping you get some new business based on what people saw . . . especially those that had seen the condition/layout of our yard before! We are truly enjoying our new living space. Thanks so much, especially to your hardworking crew that did the physical labor – they were awesome; their abilities, their attitude and more. I know we still have a few plants to tweak but I have every confidence in your customer service. If you’re as pleased as we are, feel free to add us to your reference list and you have our permission to bring clients around to view – just be sure the gate is secured when you leave!! Thanks so much.”
Sue & Jeff Goldsmith
“Just a quick note to let you know we really like what you did with the pots in the backyard. The guys did a very nice job with the flowers and clean up.
The place looks very nice, indeed.”
Randy Stuck
“The new plants look fantastic. The backyard should be used
for referrals for you as I am very proud of it.”
Ronald Rich
“Your guys were out yesterday and did a fantastic job !!! Kathy and I could not be more pleased….especially Kathy and that’s no easy task !! We could not believe how meticulous the guys were and Hector was a joy to work with….he made everything hum. We will be back in touch with you in the spring for more….I noticed in the “booklet” you e-mailed out that you now do cleaning and sealing of decks and that is an item on our list, among others. Thanks again for a wonderful job. Take care and have fun.”
Bob Lipson
“Dear Ivan, Kathy, and Jeremy, thank you for arranging for the tree in front to be trimmed. We were relieved and happy that it was finally taken care of. We know it has been a busy, crazy, and rainy spring/summer for you, and we remain satisfied Great Lakes Landscape Design fans.”
Laura Stern
“Your team did a fantastic job on our backyard. Hector, as always, was wonderful to work with. He engaged Randy and I on making sure we were pleased with the placement of the tree and the flowers in the back and he clarified what was to be done in the front. He also noticed how dry everything in the yard. This caused us to check the sprinkler system and we discovered it was not set to go on every other day. That has now be rectified. We are delighted with the work done by Great Lakes and really appreciate the work you did to design the backyard and your team bringing it to life. Please let the team know how pleased we are with the work done including the routine clean-up. You are very lucky to have such a great group of men on your team.”
Colleen Flaherty
“I would only use Great Lakes Landscape Design on my house, and have recommended them to many of my friends. Great service, superior quality, and great care 100% of the time. Simply put, the best.”
Brian Adelman
“We are so happy with our decision to work with Great Lakes Landscape Design. When we decided to transform our outdoor space, we knew we needed a partner who would work with us and coach us through each step in the journey - and the team at Great Lakes did just that, from day one. We appreciated the time they took to collaborate and iterate with us on a design that fit well with both our vision and our budget. And the crews they sent to complete the work were always helpful, friendly, and detail oriented. They have a great team and are very customer-oriented.”
Dave Bernardi
OUR TEAM
Our staff of professionals have been team members from 3 to 20 years, and consists of masons, landscape construction experts, maintenance & horticultural specialists, landscape designers, and more – that all work together to help provide a high end product that is client specific. We strive to manage our client’s needs – providing them with creative solutions for their outdoors, from design & conception – all the way through to installation and follow up landscape maintenance. We are a unique and innovative company, serving unique and innovative clients.
We currently have 6 departments. Click each department
below to meet and know more about our wonderful staff.