McDugald-Steele is a landscape architecture, design, construction and management firm based in Houston, Texas with an office in Austin. They have over 40 years of experience creating, building and maintaining gardens throughout Texas and the South. The firm provides full services from initial design through construction and long-term management. Their work is characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to enhancing natural environments.

1. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS & CONTRACTORS
CREATING CONSTRUCTING MANAGING
extraordinary gardens
HOUSTON | AUSTIN

2. PROFILE
McDugald-Steele is a landscape architectural
design, construction and management company
headquartered in Houston, Texas with an affiliate
office in Austin, Texas.
The firm has deep roots in the communities we
serve with many clients that have worked with us
for decades – often on multiple properties. Our
continued success is built on the ability of our team
of experienced professionals to provide a full
range of services to create, construct and manage
exceptional gardens that enhance the natural
setting and the built environment.
Our work is characterized by its enduring appeal
and its fresh interpretation of classic garden design
principles. With meticulous attention to detail, we
oversee every aspect of our projects, from design
through construction. Our clients appreciate the
personal attention they receive, as well as the
comprehensive level of service that we bring to
every assignment.

3. VISION
In every project we undertake, McDugald-Steele
brings an appreciation for each client's vision and
resources as well as an abiding respect for the
land, climate, and surrounding architecture. While
every garden we design is unique, each reflects
inspiration from the surrounding natural and built
environments, often incorporating historical
references as well as the latest innovations in
landscape design and materials.
We continue to value working with clients who
appreciate the "attention to detail" we bring to
every project as well as our ability to manage each
landscape as it grows and matures towards our
ultimate vision. With a commitment to design
excellence, we aspire to become an enduring and
trusted resource for all of our clients.

4. SMALL SCALE RESIDENTIAL
HOUSTON, TEXAS

5. A MEDITERRANEAN STYLE GARDEN
HOUSTON, TEXAS

6. A GARDEN ON THE BAY
CLEAR LAKE, TEXAS

7. A RESPITE GARDEN
HOUSTON, TEXAS

8. A CLASSICAL NEW ORLEANS GARDEN
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA

9. A WOODLAND GARDEN
HOUSTON, TEXAS

10. A TUSCAN GARDEN
HOUSTON, TEXAS

11. A TRADITIONAL GARDEN
HOUSTON, TEXAS

12. A CONTEMPORARY WATERFRONT GARDEN
HOUSTON, TEXAS

13. A CONTEMPORARY WATERFRONT GARDEN
HOUSTON, TEXAS

14. A REFINED GARDEN
HOUSTON, TEXAS

15. A TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN GARDEN
HOUSTON, TEXAS

16. CULLEN SCULPTURE GARDEN
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
HOUSTON, TEXAS

17. CULLEN SCULPTURE GARDEN
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
HOUSTON, TEXAS

18. LORA JEAN KILROY
VISITORS AND EDUCATION CENTER
BAYOU BEND GARDENS
HOUSTON, TEXAS

19. LORA JEAN KILROY
VISITORS AND EDUCATION CENTER
BAYOU BEND GARDENS
HOUSTON, TEXAS

20. 36SIXTY RICHMOND AVE.
HOUSTON, TEXAS

21. 2121 MIDLANE
HOUSTON, TEXAS

22. 2121 MIDLANE
HOUSTON, TEXAS

23. PLAZA MUSEUM DISTRICT
HOUSTON, TEXAS

24. ST. MARTINS CHURCH
HOUSTON, TEXAS

25. DETAILS

26. SURFACES

27. EDGES

28. FOUNTAINS

29. ETHOS
CLIENT SERVICE
IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
CAPABILITY SETS THE STANDARD
FOR OUR INDUSTRY
CULTURE OF TEAMWORK
AND COLLABORATION DEFINES
OUR WORK
CRAFTSMANSHIP AND
DETAIL
ARE INTEGRAL TO EVERY
PROJECT
CREATIVE EVOLUTION
CONTINUES TO SHAPE OUR
PRACTICE

30. HISTORY
McDugald-Steele marks the founding of its
landscape architecture design and construction
practice to 1975 as the first comprehensive
design/build firm in Houston, Texas. From its
earliest inception, McDugald- Steele was
envisioned as a collaborative team of professional
designers, project managers and construction
experts delivering exceptional outcomes in the
built landscape environment.
That original vision is still the basis for all we do
today at McDugald-Steele. The firm has grown
from a small partnership to a thriving business with
more than 100 landscape professionals, offices in
Houston and Austin, and projects throughout
Texas and the Southwestern U.S.
McDugald-Steele has consistently led the industry
with works of outstanding design and
craftsmanship. Our practice continues to be
defined by the strength of our teamwork, the
creativity of our designs and the unequalled
excellence of the work we construct.

31. PROCESS SERVICES
PHASE I PHASE II PHASE III
CREATE CONSTRUCT MANAGE
•PROJECT INITIATION •DESIGN DEVELOPMENT •PROJECT MAINTENANCE
ESTIMATES
•CONSULTANT COLLABORATION •HARDSCAPE
DOCUMENTATION •SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
•SITE ANALYSIS PROGRAM
•DETAIL PLANTING
•PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT DOCUMENTATION •FERTILIZATION, WEED AND
DISEASE CONTROL
•CONCEPTUAL DESIGN •IRRIGATION DESIGN
•SOIL TESTING AND EVALUATION
•SCHEMATIC DESIGN •LIGHTING DESIGN
•IRRIGATION SYSTEM
•PRELIMINARY BUDGET ANALYSIS •PROJECT MANAGEMENT MONITORING AND
PROGRAMMING
•PROJECT SCHEDULING •HARDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
•MULCHING, AERATION AND
•SOFTSCAPE CONSTRUCTION COMPOSTING
•PROJECT COMMISSIONING •WEEKLY MOWING AND TRIMMING
PROGRAM

32. PROCESS PHASE I
CONCEPT DESIGN &
PRELIMINARY BUDGET ANALYSIS
We begin each project by reviewing your specific
program requirements followed by an initial site
inventory and analysis. This information
establishes the foundation for us to begin the
conceptual design of your garden.
Our staff creates illustrative drawings, sketches
and models that communicate our design concepts
for your review. Once the concepts are refined and
receive your approval, we prepare and present a
detailed preliminary budget for all anticipated costs
to construct your garden.

33. PROCESS PHASE II
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
DRAWINGS & CONSTRUCTION
The conceptual designs are converted into
detailed development documents and
specifications that enable us to procure
competitive bids and ultimately contract, permit
and build your garden.
We supervise, coordinate and oversee all
subcontractors and in-house personnel assigned
to complete the construction of your garden. Our
contract administration service provides thorough
accounting of all project expenses and payments
along with managing the related insurance
requirements

34. PROCESS PHASE III
MANAGING
Your landscape is one of our living creations.
Upon completion of each landscape installation,
we recommend one of our maintenance programs
to protect and nurture your landscape investment.
Each client is assigned a Maintenance Account
Supervisor who personally directs our team to
professionally service and sustain your garden. As
your landscape matures, the entire McDugald-
Steele team continues to monitor the garden to
ensure that it develops per the original design
intent.

35. PROJECTS
2222 Smith Jefferson Ridge Apartments Shell Oil Technology Center
3000 Sage Apartments Jefferson Village Apartments Sterling Bank
3355 N. Alabama Office Building John Connally Plaza St. Anne’s Catholic Church
36 Sixty Richmond Kingwood Parc St. Thomas University Chapel Garden
Anheuser-Busch Tour Garden Kirby Oaks Shopping Center The Centre at Post Oak
Baker Hughes – Baker Oil Tools KTRK-Channel 13 Studio The Child Guidance Center
Baker Hughes Petrolite Laboratory Lawrence Industries Corporate Campus The Contemporary Arts Museum
Baker Hughes Process Systems Center Main Street Beautification Project The Cullen Sculpture Garden
Baker Hughes / Inteq Corporate Campus The Mandolin Apartments The Forum of Civics
Baker Hughes Training Center Marriott Towneplace Hotels The Garden at Houston Center
Bayou Bend Towers Memorial Heights Apartments The Hampton at Post Oak Condominium
Breco Offices Memorial Southeast Psychiatric Center The Morgan Group Corporate Offices
Casa Del Mar Condominiums Meyerland Plaza The Museum of Fine Arts
Champions Forest Shopping Center Museum of Fine Arts - Houston The Plaza at Midtown Apartments
Children’s Zoo at the Houston Zoo Northwest Crossing Office Center The Plaza Museum District Apartments
Compaq Computer Corporation Campus Frontage Pinecroft Center The Warwick Towers
Compaq Computer Corporation Visitor’s Center Pin Oak Estates Unity Church of Christianity
Compaq Computer Corporation Headquarters Primavera at the Galleria Village Walk Townhomes
Bldgs. Rice University Villas in the Pines Apartments
Court at Museums Gate Apartments Rice University Jogging Trail Whispering Pines Golf Club
Deerbrook Marketplace Rice University Jones Graduate School Winlow - Westheimer District Centre
Tanglewood Court Rice University Streetscape MFAH – Bayou Bend Visitor & Education Center
First City Tower Plaza Rice Village Shopping Center The Morgan Group - Midlane
First Interstate Bank Plaza River Oaks Country Club The Morgan Group – Collections
First United Methodist Church River Oaks Shopping Center Baker Hughes
Gulfgate Center Renovation Schlumberger Technical Center Baker Oil Tools
Houston Country Club Second Baptist Church St. Annes Catholic Community
Houston Racquet Club Four Leaf Towers
Glenwood Cemetery

36. CONTACT
John T. Dupuy, ASLA
Project Development Director
McDugald-Steele
Landscape Architects & Contractors
ph. 713-868-8060 (main)
ph. 832-203-0484 (direct)
fax 832-204-8926
cell 713-206-0071
849 West 26th St.
Houston, Texas
77008
www.mcdugaldsteele.com

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