Custom Landscape Design And Master Plans for Central NH & Lakes Region Homes | Martha Shangraw

Landscape designer Creating custom master plans for patios, planting beds, shoreline spaces, and phased outdoor projects. Ideal for DIY planning or contractor quotes. Custom designs that reflect your home and lifestyle.

Why Choose Martha Shangraw As Your Landscape Designer?

✅ 30+ Years of Experience – Designing landscapes that are both beautiful and practical.
✅ Local Knowledge – Understanding the unique terrain, climate, and ecosystems of New Hampshire.
✅ Personalized Approach – Every design is crafted around your property’s unique characteristics.
✅ Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Practices – Familiar with the use of Native plants, Rain Gardens and other eco-friendly practices.
✅ Collaborative Design Process – Ensuring your landscape vision comes to life exactly as you imagine. You’ll have opportunities to request changes to your landscape plan ensuring a plan that reflects your vision perfectly!

Let’s bring your Lakes Region landscape vision to life—with clarity, creativity, and the right team!

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💬 Collaborative, Independent Landscape Designer for Your Landscape Vision
As an independent landscape designer, Martha regularly collaborates with several of the Lakes Region’s top landscape installation companies. If you’re looking for installation support, she is happy to recommend trusted professionals who align with your project goals.

Martha also works with experienced permitting specialists who handle NHDES requirements, including site surveys, existing and proposed conditions plans, water management engineering, and Shoreland or Wetland permitting.

Working with an independent designer like Martha offers homeowners a unique advantage: you get one consistent, well-thought-out design that you can bring to the installation contractor of your choice.

Master Landscape Plans

A full-scale design outlining plantings, hardscapes, and functional layouts.

Front Yard & Backyard Transformations

Enhancing curb appeal and livable outdoor spaces.

Hardscape Integration

Designing patios, retaining walls, and walkways.

Custom Planting Plans

Selecting plants that thrive in NH’s climate while providing year-round beauty.

Waterfront & Shoreline Landscaping

Ensuring environmentally responsible designs for lakeside homes.

Low-Maintenance & Seasonal Landscaping

Creating landscapes that require minimal upkeep while looking stunning all year.

Landscape Plan Only

Perfect for DIY homeowners or those who already have a trusted contractor in mind. This option includes a detailed, professional landscape design that you can use to guide your own installation—or hand off to the installer of your choice.