Beginning
vanderToolen Associates (vTA) was founded in 1996 in Napa, California, setting the foundation for a practice built on innovation, longevity, and unforgettable landscape design. Our clients have been the driving force behind our evolution. Their trust and ambition continue to push our work forward, inspiring landscapes that are transformative, memorable, and uniquely vTA.
As our vision and partnerships expanded, so did our presence. We established our Walnut Creek studio in 2014 and our Sacramento studio in 2017, broadening our reach and strengthening our presence across Northern California.
Process
We believe in constant Client interaction in every phase of design from inception through construction documents and site administration. We have a proven commitment of delivering design solutions that meet schedules, budgets, and program requirements. We also excel in interdisciplinary collaboration partnering seamlessly with fellow design consultants including architects, civil engineers, sales and marketing researchers, utility, and environmental consultants.
Passion
Landscape architectural design is why we exist – it’s who we are and what we do! vTA consists of a collaborative group of individuals who place a high priority of maintaining our commitment of providing personal and responsive service that defines our core culture. We design innovative, memorable places—distinctive placemaking that puts people first.