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Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc.

  • Phone:
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    • Owner/Manager:
    Simon Dold
    Specific Service Areas:
    Greater Toronto Area, York Region and Caledon

    Profile

    Landscape design/ build firm operating in the Greater Toronto Area. Specializing in ecological landscaping, we create distinctive, exquisitely detailed, ecologically sustainable landscapes that complement your lifestyle and enhance your property.

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    Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc.
    1-877-467-2079
    toronto
    ON
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    Design of landscape features to stabilize a streambank adjacent to my home

    Elizabeth Wilson in Newmarket -79.4618 44.0624

    I really appreciated the philosophy of the company and their commitment to environmentally sustainable solutions. I was expecting a functional solution and was delighted with the creativity and aesthetic sense that was brought to the project. Jean-Marc worked closely with the government agencies throughout and was very helpful in assisting me with funding applications and accomodating the flow of funds. The construction team was well organized and very efficient. They kept me well informed on the progress, worked long days and came in right on time and budget. All in all a very positive experience.

    King City Location Nov 07, 2011 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Helpful? Yes No

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    Approximate cost of services:
    $40,000.00
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    Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc.
    1-877-467-2079
    toronto
    ON
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    Full Design/Build Landscape Project

    BAS in Newmarket -79.4292 44.0335

    Significant (front/back/side of a 1/3 acre lot) design & build landscape project just completed with Genus-Loci. We have been delighted with the quality of their work and professionalism of their staff from start to finish. Initial contact/meeting was with Jean-Marc who then got Simon involved in preparing the design plan after meetings with us. The detailed design plans were prepared on time and with regular communication throughout to ensure that the plan reflected all of our needs and wants. We appreciated the many creative suggestions and solutions Simon came up with throughout the process - no question in our minds that he put a lot of time into it. The build part was split in 3 phases (front, back side), with the same foreman (Howie) in charge for all. Howie worked incredibly hard and made sure his crews did too - the work is first rate and end result demonstrates it. Kudos to Genus-Loci for some really great suggestions "on the fly" - we made a bunch of minor changes to the design during the build based on thier suggestions and all have contributed to a great end result. We still have some planting, lighting and other work to be completed in 2012 and will be working with Genus-Loci to complete those items, based on our positive experience with them this year. I can't say enough about happy we are. And our friends and neighbors have also gushed - about the quality of the design and the workmanship. Lastly, re: cost - we price tested various elements of the project and Genus-Loci's pricing was fair. In hindsight, there may be some who would have done the job for less, but I am not sure how the workmanship would have been. On the other hand, there are many landscapers who would have done the same job for much more. There were some unexpected issues that came up during the build that resulted in some cost overruns, but Genus-Loci handled them extremely fairly. All around, no complaints - we would not hesitate to recommend them (and already have to friends and neighbours).

    King City Location Oct 07, 2011 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Helpful? Yes No

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    Approximate cost of services:
    $75,000.00
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    Thank-you both for the great review, we really appreciate all your comments and the referrals. It was a great project to work on and you both were great clients to work for. It was nice to see the project come together smoothly and to have an end result everyone is happy with. Hope you both are enjoying the new pizza oven and outdoor living space during this beautiful fall weather. Look forward to finishing up the remaining work next season. Have a great winter. Simon and Jean-Marc

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    Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc.
    1-877-467-2079
    toronto
    ON
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    Complete landscape of 1/4 hectare on ravine lot in downtown Toronto.

    Sharon Graham in Toronto -79.3782 43.6864

    In under two weeks Genus Loci transformed a very plain garden into a magical oasis. The focal point is a a majestic 25ft x 8ft pond with a waterfall. Each stone was painstakingly placed and there is a rock on which each member of our family can sit. The majority of the shrubs and plants used are native so the maintenance is very low. The Genus Loci team were courteous, professional and hard working. The project was completed on time and on budget.

    King City Location May 09, 2011 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Helpful? Yes No

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    Approximate cost of services:
    $80,000.00
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    Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc.
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    Natural Swimming Pond

    Genus Loci was everything we hoped for and more! | Jamie MacKay in Havelock -77.9126 44.5599

    We researched for quite some time to find the right firm to design and build our natural swimming pond on our farm property. Genus Loci appeared to have the experience, processes and approach we were looking for. The project started on schedule, finished on schedule and stayed within the budget we had established with them at the onset. The Genus Loci team were knowledgable, professional and very hard working. Our family is thrilled with the outcome, and we would certainly use them again and recommend them to anyone thinking of doing a project such as this one.

    King City Location Feb 14, 2011 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Helpful? Yes No

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    Approximate cost of services:
    $60,000.00
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    Thanks very much for your positive comments, and for the opportunity to do this project! This was a logistically challenging project for us, and we were also very pleased with the outcome. We look forward to seeing this natural swimming pool develop and evolve in the coming years as it matures. Happy swimming! Regards, Jean-Marc and Simon

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    backyard landscaping

    A Haven For All | Drudge Family in Bolton -79.7098 43.8668

    Though we were worried that it wouldn't be "kid friendly", our backyard has been transformed into a nurturing and entertaining haven for all. Through a collaborative effort, guided by a qualified team of professionals in their respective fields, we watched our dream backyard become a timely reality that exceeded our vision and stayed true to our budget! Our backyard "sings" - from the custom built sunk-in fire pit (think smores) and surrounding stone seating wall, to the pergolla and built-in BBQ counter, and all the jems in between (lights and music for the kids in the hottub). Our once modest backyard is now a seemingly larger space with functional outdoor "rooms", a sublime sense of privacy, and unique views along all sightlines. It truly captures our vision of an outdoor Zen "staycation". Thank you Genus Locus for a job well done! The Drudge Family

    King City Location Feb 11, 2011 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Helpful? Yes No

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    Approximate cost of services:
    $15,000.00
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    Thanks for your comments... we are thrilled to hear how happy you are with the results. This project would not have been possible had it not been for the vision you brought to it. Its always nice to work with clients who have inspired ideas with a budget to match, which gives us the opportunity to develop landscapes out of the ordinary. Wishing you many years of enjoyment in your backyard retreat! Regards, Jean-Marc and Simon

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    Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc.
    1-877-467-2079
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    Waterfall and pond design and installation

    Genus Loci does outstanding work | Debra & Thomas in Newmarket, ON -79.4336 44.0595

    May 25, 2010 Genus Loci did a beautiful job building our pond and waterfall. They made it look as if Nature herself had put it there! It has given our property a special energy that is, in turn, energizing us. We can't compliment them enough on their organization, skill, and artistry.

    King City Location Feb 07, 2011 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Helpful? Yes No

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    Approximate cost of services:
    $8,000.00
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    Hi Debra and Thomas, Thank you very much for the glowing review. I'm glad you both are enjoying your pond and waterfall. Please don't hesitate to contact us in the future if you have any questions. All the best in 2011, Simon and Jean-Marc

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    Backyard Waterfall, and Courtyard

    Exceeded Expectations! | Jodi in Richmond hill -79.4483 43.9059

    From start to finish Genus Loci was an absolute pleasure to work with. Their attention to detail, and ability to listen and understand their clients' needs and wants was impressive. They truly succeeded in transforming a small backyard into a charming courtyard…an oasis only a few steps from our home. Genus Loci went above and beyond to ensure that the entire experience was fun, and personal. The value of their expertise was priceless. We would highly recommend their services. Hired September 2009

    King City Location Feb 03, 2011 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Helpful? Yes No

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    Approximate cost of services:
    $8,000.00
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    Hi Jodi, Thanks for the great review. Both Dale and yourself were a pleasure to work with as well. We were just looking at the before and after photos of your yard and were remarking how striking the transformation was. It is quite a nice little courtyard garden. I hope that you both will continue to enjoy it this coming season, and wish you all the best in 2011. Take care, all the best, Simon and Jean-Marc

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    Landscaping, Natural Pool

    Nice Guys Finish First. | Anthony in Loretto -79.9214 44.0863

    Here is my thank you letter to Simon and Jean-Marc: Dear Jean-Marc and Simon, Vivien and I found our home quite unexpectedly. An unfortunate circumstance provided us the opportunity to visit real-estate properties. From the time we set our feet upon the earth around our place we felt a call — an invitation to explore further. We felt it at that time, but didn’t understand. It was just a piece of land with a house on it. How could there be anything spiritual or soulful drawing us in? We decided to acquire the property and although the convolutions of life ebbs and flows one’s spirits, we have always felt anchored and at peace here. We felt something else though. It is impossible to express with one or two words what the energy was that we felt around us. There was a sense of harmony between us and the environment, but on the other hand there was a feel of burgeoning unsettlement. We felt a need from around us for something — but what? I felt that construction of our home in this conservation area destroyed significant habitat and had left a very unstable landscape. Many mature trees were in slow decline, we noticed fewer fauna around the property, and neighbours were constructing on their properties with even less regard for these issues. Somewhat by coincidence we found your company. We liked your ideas of landscaping with minimal ecologic impact. Your expertise in this area gave us confidence in your ideas. We hired you to design and build a landscape around our house that would restore some of what was destroyed. It was the least we could do, we thought, and yet the work would likely not restore the ecology to the nature of what had been here. This project turned into a massive undertaking fraught with obstacles of every type. But I have found this to be true of anything worthwhile in life. The value of a thing is only understood by the difficulty to achieve it. And now it is done. The professionalism of you and your crew helped to carry us through one event after another and in more ways than one you facilitated a successful completion of the project. You carried our stresses on your shoulders so that we wouldn’t have to. Although the project demanded more of you and your resources than any of us expected, I know that your creations here will forever contain some of your spirit. Vivien and I will do everything within our power as long as we live here to keep that spirit resonating. From the natural pool that you created, frogs sing. From the Birches in the back that replace those wise ones lost, I hear the wind sigh happily. From the Sumacs and Dogwoods in the front, and the ferns in between, sits a single turtle looking out to the road. He is at peace. So are we all. We are home again and it is far beyond any home our dreams could have conjured. Thank you for recapturing the spirit of our place.

    King City Location Feb 01, 2011 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Helpful? Yes No

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    Approximate cost of services:
    $350,000.00
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    Hi Vivien and Anthony, Thank-you for the outstanding review. It has always been a pleasure to work with both of you. You truly do have a beautiful spot nestled in the hills of the Moraine. It's amazing the transformation the property has undergone since 2008 to present day. I hope that the landscape will continue to bring joy to both of you and we look forward to working with you again on other aspects of your property. Take care, and all the best, Simon and Jean-Marc

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    a pond restoration and landscaping

    Genus Loci revitalized our pond!! | John and Mary Harbom in Caledon -80.0676 43.8836

    Right from their first visit to our property, we got the impression that Genus Loci would be good people to deal with. An honest and co-operative approach was particularly important because of the nature of our pond project, where a significant portion of the total expenditure had to be based on time and material. We were not dissappointed, as we indeed found that both management and staff fully met our expectations. We were, at all times, kept informed and involved and with the good cost tracking we landed very close to the initial budget. Our revitalized pond and surrounding landscaping looks wonderful and has enhanced our property very significantly. We couldn't be happier. John and Mary Harbom

    King City Location Feb 01, 2011 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Helpful? Yes No

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    Approximate cost of services:
    $80,000.00
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    Thank-you very much John and Mary. It was good of you to write such a nice review about our company. Nice to hear that the pond is looking good and that you are continuing to enjoy it. It was a pleasure to work for both of you. You were both very patient even when we were in the thick of it digging out the pond in late fall. It all came together quite nicely, and both the crew and ourselves were very happy with the end results. Hope you both have a great year, Take care, Simon and Jean-Marc

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    Landscaping

    For those who care about design and environment | Chris Caldwell in Toronto -79.3247 43.6794

    I worked with them one summer while doing my graduate studies in urban planning. I knew when I hired them later on for my own property that I would be receiving service with integrity, knowledge and enthusiasm. I was not disappointed. I recommend Genus Loci for anyone who cares about the environment and their garden.

    King City Location Feb 01, 2011 0 of 0 people found this review helpful. Helpful? Yes No

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    Approximate cost of services:
    $30,000.00
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    Hi Chris, Nice to hear from you, and thank-you very much for the great review. I have been by the gardens recently and they have matured quite nicely since 2007. It was a fun project to build and great clients to work for. Hope you are doing well, all the best, Simon and Jean-Marc

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