Most people don’t need a magazine-cover yard. They just want something that looks good, fits their life, and doesn’t fall apart two years later. That’s what our landscape design service is all about—making a plan that makes sense.
We don’t show up with a clipboard full of dreams and a price tag that gives you heartburn. We start by walking the property with you. What do you use? What’s not working? What’s driving you nuts every time you step outside? From there, we sketch out a plan—practical, honest, and tailored to your space.
Some people want clean lines and low maintenance. Some want to grow tomatoes and build a fire pit. Others just want something that doesn’t look like a patchwork of old ideas and last year’s mulch. We listen first, then design. No assumptions. No cookie-cutter templates.
Our designs factor in the usual stuff—sun, soil, drainage, access, plant habits—but we also think about the little things, like where your kids cut through the yard or where the trash bins actually go. We design for real life, not just curb appeal.
And once we’ve got a layout, we’ll walk you through it. No vague descriptions or mystery pricing. You’ll know exactly what’s going in, where it’s going, and why it’s being done that way. If you want to tweak it, we’ll tweak it. If you want to phase it over time, we’ll help you break it up. We’re not here to upsell—we’re here to build something solid.
Whether it’s a full property or just a section you want to finally get right, we’ll put together a plan that fits your space and your budget without wasting either one.
We meet on-site, walk the property, and talk through what’s working, what’s not, and what your goals are. Then come back with a complete design.
You get a practical, customized plan with planting suggestions, layout details, and phasing options if needed.
Once approved, we’re ready to schedule installation or lay out a multi-stage game plan that fits your timeline.
After everything is finished, set up, and exactly how you want it – we talk about a maintenance plan, or what you can do to maintain it properly.
We have been using RNS for several years for weekly lawn maintenance, snow removal, fall and spring clean-up, mulch and bed maintenance, and other yard projects. They do a great job, take care and pride in their work, and are reasonably-priced and reliable. We definitely recommend Ray and RNS.
Heather Erickson
So happy with their work! Wish I had found them years ago!
Normal Matheny
Ray and his team were amazing!! We’ve had a few bad experiences with landscape companies but this crew is incredibly hardworking! Our property looks amazing. They truly went above and beyond!!
Hamsa Yaqo
We have been through our fair share of lawn services in the past and RNS Landscaping is BY FAR the most professional and attentive company we have used. We use RNS for landscaping, fall/spring clean up, as well as their snow plow services. They always show up promptly, and everything is very clean. Would highly recommend Ray and his team!
Mythi Nguyen
RNS handles our lawn, spring and fall cleanups, and our snow plows in Bloomfield Hills. They are prompt, professional, and do a great job. They were referred to me by a friend who is equally satisfied.
Michael Gharib
Ray and his crew did an awesome job. On time and on budget. Highly recommend!
Michael Sklarski