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We’re thrilled to see Richardson & Associates fe We’re thrilled to see Richardson & Associates featured in the April issue of @washingtonianmag! This issue dives into the world of luxury real estate — and we’re proud to be included among the visionaries shaping some of the region’s most distinctive homes. Grab a copy and flip to our feature!
We’re honored to be named Landscape Architects o We’re honored to be named Landscape Architects of the Year by Modern Luxury’s Best of Luxury Design 2025! This recognition celebrates the thoughtful, collaborative work we’re proud to do. It’s all about crafting landscapes that connect people, architecture, and the land in meaningful ways. Thank you to our incredible clients, partners, and team for making it all possible. Here’s to continuing to shape spaces that inspire.
To kick off the first day of spring, we are featur To kick off the first day of spring, we are featuring a planting plan for a D.C. residence with northern sun exposure in the rear yard. This plan not only emphasizes year-round interest but also ensures that the selected plants thrive in their unique environment, making the most of the available sunlight. Shade-tolerant shrubs like the Ruby Spice Summersweet and Mount Airy Fothergilla pair well with perennials like the Sea Heart Bunnera, Delft Lace Astilbe, and Hardy Geranium. With another growing season upon us, we look forward to seeing this space transform into a delightful garden oasis. General Contractor: @thorsen_construction Pool: @pimentastone
Founding Principal Joe Richardson walks us through Founding Principal Joe Richardson walks us through a mock-up for a bocce ball court, where precision meets play. From material selection to layout, every detail is considered to create a space that blends seamlessly into the landscape while offering endless outdoor enjoyment. Who’s ready for a game? Architect: @gtmarchitects Architect: @mark.kaufman_architects General Contractor: @sandyspringbuilders Landscape Contractor: @chicklandscapingburtonsville Lighting: @outdoorilluminationinc Pool: @alpinewalt
This irregular stone pathway is flanked by a cast This irregular stone pathway is flanked by a cast concrete wall on one side and an Ipe wood and steel screen wall on the other, creating long horizontal lines that pull you towards the backyard gate.  Above the concrete wall, a hedge of Fothergilla complements the cool tones of the tinted concrete with its blue/grey foliage. Irish moss creeps in paving joints, softening the angular edges of the stone path.  The finely detailed wood screen wall, hiding trash storage and utilities behind it, provides a warm contrast and hints at the details in the garden beyond the gate. Architect: @stehlik_design General Contractor: @pimentastone Landscape Contractor: @lcgrounds Lighting: @outdoorilluminationinc Photographer: @katewichlinski
As the weather warms up, pools are top of mind. As the weather warms up, pools are top of mind. At a recent site visit the team fine-tuned the details of the benches, swimouts, and sun shelf for what will be a one-of-a-kind pool. Just look at all the plumbing! Interior Designer: @msvincasinteriors Builder: @wtconstrutionllc Landscape Contractor: @lcgrounds Lighting: @outdoorilluminationinc Mason: @pimentastone
A charming kitchen garden with stone-edged raised A charming kitchen garden with stone-edged raised beds brims with vegetables and herbs under the afternoon sun. Imagine yourself tending to the garden alongside busy pollinators, while a pitcher of iced tea awaits in the shade of the outdoor pavilion. Architect: @thomsoncooke Interiors: @melissacolganinteriors General Contractor: @thorsen_construction Landscape Contractor: @lcgrounds Photographer: @stacyzaringoldberg
Principal Jordan Clough walks us through a project Principal Jordan Clough walks us through a project that began with the addition of a roof deck and evolved into a complete outdoor retreat. Architect: @fourbrothersdc Landscape Contractor: @plantedearthlandscapinginc Lighting: @outdoorilluminationinc Masonry: @serrastonecorp
A gravel pathway leads to the front entry fountain A gravel pathway leads to the front entry fountain of this classical gem in Alexandria.  Two Adirondack chairs sit contemplatively as water cascades elegantly from the upper basin to the lower basin, adorned with water lilies. Architect: @rillarchitects Interiors: @courtneycoxinteriors General Contractor: @thorsen_construction Landscape Contractor: @blackpearlmgmt Photographer: @jenniferhughesphoto
Schematic design for a residence in Alexandria tha Schematic design for a residence in Alexandria that offers a variety of activities that cater to all ages. Enjoy a swim just steps away from the house or take a leisurely stroll through the woods to an enchanting playground. Bring your A-game to the pickleball court, then kick back with a refreshing drink at the court-side pub. Perfect your swing on the lush putting green, and end the day around the cozy fireplace to unwind and share stories. Architect: @gtmarchitects Interior: @deringerdesign Realtor: @pattersonrealestategroup General Contractor: @theransomcompany
The outdoor space of this Alexandria residence has The outdoor space of this Alexandria residence has been transformed into a year-round haven, where summer days are spent soaking up the sun by the pool, and cool evenings are enjoyed gathered around the warm glow of the fireplace.  Architect: @mark.kaufman_architect Interior Designer: @ellascottdesign General Contractor: @thorsen_consruction Landscape Contractor: @mchalelandscape Landscape Contractor: @lcgrounds Photographper: @stacyzaringoldberg
Dreaming of sunny days ahead at this stunning Silv Dreaming of sunny days ahead at this stunning Silver Spring home! ☀️  A striking set of precast concrete steps guides you up to an infinity ledge pool.  With winter weather looming, we can’t help but imagine lounging under the sleek modern pergola and soaking up the sun’s warm rays. Architect: @gtmarchitects, @stephen.santos_archdesigner, @mark.kaufman_architect General Contractor: @mcfarlandwoods Landscape Contractor: @pimentastone Photographer: @anice_hoachlander
Take a tour of a recent Bethesda project with Foun Take a tour of a recent Bethesda project with Founding Principal Joe Richardson. Architect: @gtmarchitects Architect: @mark.kaufman_architects General Contractor: @sandyspringbuilders Landscape Contractor: @chicklandscapingburtonsville Lighting: @outdoorilluminationinc Pool: @alpinewalt
The landscape of this Chevy Chase home is a wonder The landscape of this Chevy Chase home is a wonderful example of a matrix-style garden–diverse, full, and seasonal. Early-blooming hellebores show up as early as February, followed by the plume-like flowers of astilbe later in the spring. Just as the astilbe blooms start to fade, blooms from catmint, amsonia, and hostas carry the garden through the summer. The Japanese anemone finally closes out the growing season with its cup-like flowers late summer into the fall, among evergreen liriope and autumn ferns. Builder: @clemensbuilders Interior Designer: @kellyknebeldesigns Landscape Contractor: @plantedearthlandscapinginc Photographer: @stacyzaringoldberg
Schematic design for a Chevy Chase Residence. Thre Schematic design for a Chevy Chase Residence. Three formal parterre gardens are the backdrop for this plan as they offer moments of pause and connection with nature, as well as a central focal point between the Main House and the Garden House. Two water features, a koi pond and a water fountain, run perpendicular to the architecture to balance out and anchor the outdoor spaces. Architect: @gtmarchitects General Contractor: @banksdevelopment
This set of concrete steps is beautifully illumina This set of concrete steps is beautifully illuminated by subtle lighting underneath each tread, creating an inviting ambiance leading up to the pool terrace. Architect: @stehlik_design General Contractor: @pimentastone Landscape Contractor: @lcgrounds Lighting: @outdoorilluminationinc Photographer:@katewichlinski
A fun update on our project in Friendship Heights. A fun update on our project in Friendship Heights. Local tree artist @treelifeart has transformed an existing tree stump into the beginning of a sculpture that captures the Owner’s story. The Owner’s family cherished their time on the beautiful Carolina Coast and inland waterways, making the heron a significant symbol for them. The books that the heron perches on represent her career as an author, and the luggage trunks below embody her passion for travel. Interior Designer: @edith.gregson.interiors Tree Artist: @treelifeart
Renderings for a new project in Arlington featurin Renderings for a new project in Arlington featuring a covered porch, fireplace, and dining terrace in the rear yard, overlooking an ornamental garden with a simple but elegant water feature. Architect: @defalcohomedesign General Contractor: @alairnovadc
We are looking for a talented, creative, and motiv We are looking for a talented, creative, and motivated Production Manager to join our team! The full job description is in our bio link. If interested, please email us at careers@jrichardsonla.com
It may be the coldest weather this region has seen It may be the coldest weather this region has seen in years, but we look forward to those warmer days of meals outside with our loved ones; deep conversation flowing like the fountain of this backyard retreat in Great Falls. Architect: @thomsoncooke Interior Designer: @melissacolganinteriors General Contractor: @thorsen_consruction Landscape Contractor: @lcgrounds Photographper: @stacyzaringoldberg
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