We hired Offshoots Inc. a few years ago for a complete landscape redesign, and working with Terry was an absolute pleasure. From our first consultation, Terry took the time to truly understand our vision and the unique characteristics of our wooded property. One of the things I appreciated most was Terry's thoughtful approach to phasing the project. Rather than overwhelming us with costs, he designed a comprehensive plan in two phases that allowed us to spread out the investment while still achieving a cohesive overall design. The first phase has been completed, and the results exceeded our expectations--the modern stepping stone pathway, horizontal slat privacy screens, and carefully selected plantings have completely transformed our outdoor spaces. The design beautifully balances contemporary aesthetics with the natural wooded setting. We're eagerly waiting to complete phase two, but in the meantime, Offshoots' horticulture team initiated by Kate has been maintaining our plantings and beds. It's been wonderful to have that continuity--they know the design intimately and keep everything looking pristine. If you're looking for a landscape architect who combines creative vision with practical planning, sustainability-minded design, and excellent follow-through, I highly recommend Offshoots Inc. and Terry. The quality of their work speaks for itself, and their ongoing support has made all the difference. read more

Originally seated on an expansive lawn, we desired a biodiverse and productive landscape, including a native meadow. Offshoots designed and installed a permaculture-inspired landscape on our property that has since matured and evolved. Through this evolution, we have come to know and love the rhythm of this place, which has deepened our appreciation for the thoughtfulness behind its design. Even greater is our appreciation for the ongoing work of Offshoots' field horticulture team. They know this property intimately and care for it with both expertise and genuine investment. As the landscape changes, I rely on their knowledge and judgment to guide thoughtful adjustments. In the ever-changing meadow, they carefully curate species--managing invasives while promoting native host plants that support biodiversity. Thanks to their care, we are able to simply enjoy this beautiful place as it continues to grow and change. read more

I've worked with Offshoots and Kate Kennen in a personal and professional setting, and am very pleased with the results. At my house, Offshoots re-designed and re-graded a weed-filled side yard into an attractive and useable space. At work, Offshoots was the landscape architect for new affordable homes that my organization owns. In both scenarios Kate and her firm had a great instinct for balancing vision and cost, listening to me and my wife (or co-workers, depending on the setting), and seeing through a quality execution. Bonus for home design: Offshoots is also capable of undertaking grading and softscape installation on its own. It's rare to find a high-design firm that's also able to install its own design. read more

When I wanted to spruce up our backyard and the area in front of our brownstone in the South End, I knew it was more than my husband and I could handle. I had no vision and no knowledge of what would grow in our mostly shady yard. That is where Kate, Joe and the crew at Offshoots came in. Kate presented us with several designs which were all professionally laid out. She had detailed drawings and photos to help us better visualize the options. She was mindful of our budget and gave us ideas for add-ons in the future to make our space even more beautiful. The results exceeded our expectations. read more

Offshoots did a fantastic job designing and planting our small, urban back patio. The space was a neglected mud pit when we started, and Offshoots transformed it into a beautiful, usable patio. They really listened to what we were looking for and managed to fit an incredible amount of functionality into a small and very constrained space. I love watching our garden through the spring and summer as new plants and flowers emerge, one after another. Looking out the window at our lovely outdoor space even makes doing the dishes more enjoyable. read more

We love working with Offshoots. Kate Kennen and her talented team are highly knowledgeable and passionate about their work. Their attention to detail, commitment to creating sustainable landscapes and ability to translate their designs to successful landscape installations is a unique skill set not often found in residential design. I highly recommend Offshoots if you are looking to create a special landscape that is in harmony with nature. read more

We worked with Kate and her team to conceive a plan for our property and also to install plantings and trees. Offshoots has been terrific! We absolutely love the results and have particularly appreciated the attention to detail in selecting the plants that included a beautiful specimen of a red maple handpicked by Mark. Their love of plants and commitment to making our property beautiful came through. We would absolutely use them again. read more

If you want a design that is beautiful and ecologically valuable - Offshoots can deliver! I've worked with them on a large-scale public project with many competing priorities and a complex stakeholder situation. They are pushing the limits on environmental design, particularly in urban areas - focusing on restoring natural systems and remediating the land while providing great outdoor spaces for all types of users. read more

Kate has worked on all four of my properties and has always done a spectacular job. She is highly knowledgeable, professional, experienced, and talented. She has made a marked difference on everything from civil engineering of water management, to design, to hardscape and softscape design. Kate stands behind her work and her palate is expansive. I highly recommend the Offshoots team for any scope of project. read more

To complement a home renovation, we hired Kate and the Offshoots team to revamp our landscape. They were fantastic and enthusiastic to work with! We couldn't be more pleased with the results. Kate was extremely thoughtful throughout design process and really understood what we were looking for resulting in a very elegant finish including a small spice garden and some blueberry bushes! read more

I cannot brag enough about Offshoots and everyone on the team. They truly care about their work and treat my property like it's their own. The low maintenance, organic, sustainable, indigenous landscaping is flawless. They create a peacefulness that blends into the environment yet stands out in its beauty. You will not be disappointed if you choose them. read more

Kate and team did a major landscape design and installation. Creative ideas, very professional, and great to work with throughout all stages of the project. Kate took the time to listen to our desires and helped us focus on long-term maintenance issues. We have used the team for several smaller projects and for on-going maintenance. read more

Loved working with Kate and her crew on several projects both big and small. Kate is professional, down to earth and a great listener. Her landscape designs are comprehensive and take into consideration the unique climate, soil, and drainage needs of the property. read more

Kate and her crew are extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. The consultation process, proposal development, and installation were very professional. We have been very happy with the work and interactions, and have recommended them to others. read more

Offshoots helped us bring our restaurant patio visions to life! They took our inspiration photos and turned them into detailed, scaled plans with furniture, planter, and plant material recommendations. The end result was spectacular. Highly recommend! read more

Great team to work with, great listening and applying our request. We asked for low to no maintenance, native plants, preferably edible, and now it's the prettiest yard in the neighborhood. Thanks! read more