TL Design

Some clients prefer a full installation. Others want to take part in the process themselves! 🌱 For this client, we designed with that flexibility in mind, incorporating their plant preferences and native plant selections. Then we handled site layout and coordinated all plant orders. From there, the client planted everything themselves and brought the design to life.

If you’re more of a DIYer, we can help you get a thoughtful design in place so you can enjoy the fun part—putting all the pieces together. Reach out today!

🌿 Meet the Designer: Teresa

“Ever since childhood, I’ve sketched the world around me… and found joy in taking those ideas and bringing them to life for others to enjoy.”

With nearly 20 years of landscape design experience and a BA in Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Teresa has designed everything from residential landscapes to commercial spaces and public parks across Northwest Indiana.

Her philosophy is simple: no cookie-cutter designs—every space should reflect the people who use it. She also has a strong appreciation for native and environmentally thoughtful plantings, weaving them into designs whenever they support the vision. Thoughtful, creative, and rooted in intentional design, Teresa brings a personal touch to every project.

🌿 Native Plant Highlight: Blazing Star (Liatris)

A favorite in our native plant designs, blazing star adds bold vertical structure to residential landscapes. We use it to create contrast and movement among softer perennials and grasses. In mid-summer, its striking purple blooms bring both color and architectural form to the garden.

It is low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly, and always a strong design element in Northwest Indiana landscapes!

This Memorial Day, TL Design pauses to remember the men and women who served and gave their lives for our country, with deep gratitude.

The vision is starting to take shape. 👏

This lakeside hardscape installation is coming together beautifully, with the new paver pathway beginning to stretch right to the water’s edge. Even in progress, you can already see how this space will create the perfect connection between the home and the lake.

Next up: plantings to soften the space and bring in layers of texture, color, and seasonal interest. We can’t wait to show you the finished lakeside retreat.

A mother’s love is the sun for growing, the moon for dreaming, the stars for guiding the way. —Barbara Loots

Happy Mother's Day, from all of us at TL Design. 🌷

DID YOU KNOW? 🌧️ Most lawns have shallow roots, so rainwater runs off instead of soaking in. Rain gardens use deep-rooted native plants to help water infiltrate the soil which reduces runoff and supports natural drainage.

We design both residential and commercial rain gardens. Check them out here:

🏠: https://tldesignnwi.com/dyer-rain-garden-and-backyard-oasis/
🏦: https://tldesignnwi.com/hammond-marina/

Does the warmer weather have you wishing for a cozy backyard oasis? Let’s dream together, hot tub, outdoor office, and hammock corner included! ✨