Vegas Hardscape Design

Free Resource

Backyard Project Prep Kit

A measurement worksheet and consultation checklist to help you get organized before you talk to a designer — fill it in on screen or print it and take it with you.

Yard Measurement Worksheet
Rough numbers are fine — this is for getting organized, not a final survey.
Consultation Prep Checklist
Have these ready before your first design consultation.
Questions to Ask Your Designer
Good questions to bring to any first consultation, with any designer.

Are you a design-only firm, or do you also handle construction?

Will I get a detailed material take-off I can use to compare contractor bids?

How many rendering revisions are included before final approval?

What's the typical timeline from initial consultation to construction-ready plans?

Do you handle HOA submittal packages, or is that on me?

Who oversees the project once construction starts, and how often will I hear from them?

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I bring to my first design consultation?

Photos of your yard, any HOA architectural guidelines or CC&Rs, an existing plot plan or survey if you have one, a rough budget range, and a couple of inspiration photos of styles you like. This prep kit's checklist walks through all of it.

Do I need HOA approval before starting a backyard project in Las Vegas?

Many Las Vegas Valley HOAs require architectural review before hardscape, pool, or fencing changes — sometimes even for artificial turf or gravel conversions. Check your HOA's CC&Rs early, since approval timelines can affect your overall project schedule.

How accurate do my measurements need to be for this worksheet?

Close enough to plan with — a tape measure or even paced-off steps is fine at this stage. This worksheet is for getting organized before a consultation, not for finalizing a design; exact measurements come later as part of the design process.

What if I don't know my yard's exact dimensions?

Rough estimates are fine, or check if your county assessor's website or original builder plans have your lot dimensions. Bring whatever you have — even an approximate sketch is a useful starting point for a consultation.

Can I use this checklist with any designer, not just you?

Yes — it's meant to help you walk into any first consultation organized and ready with good questions, regardless of who you end up working with.

Ready to bring this to a consultation?

Book a 3D design consultation and bring your filled-out prep kit — it'll help us make the most of your first conversation.

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