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Designer at Your Door

Personalized Design Guidance from Industry Experts for Qualified Customers.

Cathy Spokas

Designer at Your Door is the ultimate program for anyone dreaming of a SpokaneScape but are unsure where to begin. Explore alternatives to grass-centric landscapes and form ideas to create your SpokaneScape design plan.

Our resident Landscape Architect, Cathy Spokas, will work with you to create a stunning water-wise space that conserves water and enhances the natural beauty of your surroundings.

Design Consultations Eligibility

To qualify for a Designer at Your Door appointment, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a City of Spokane Water Customer.
  • Commit to installing a SpokaneScape.
  • Attend a minimum of three credit hours of Water Wise classes.
  • Once these qualifications are met, you will receive a link to schedule an appointment with our designer.

Water Wise Workshop Options:

Water Wise Wednesday Workshops

Option 1:
Attend three Water Wise Wednesday Workshops. These classes will be taking place every Wednesday throughout March and April from 5:30pm – 6:30pm at the South Hill Library and will be covering a variety of conservation topics surrounding SpokaneScape.

SpokaneScape 101

Option 2:
Attend one SpokaneScape 101 class. These classes will be taking place every third Tuesday of the month from May through October, from 5:30pm – 8:30pm at the WSU Extension Office.

While only City of Spokane Water Department Customers are eligible for the consultation service, everyone is welcome at our public classes.

*To qualify for a SpokaneScape, you must sign-up for a pre-inspection before breaking ground. A Designer at your Door consultation will qualify as your SpokaneScape pre-inspection.

SpokaneScape Process Photo Collage

Designer at Your Door Logo

Upon registration you will be asked to complete a Design Survey to help tailor recommendations for your consultation. Providing detailed and specific answers ensures the best possible guidance!

Questions to Consider

What is your vision for your design?
(style preferences, functionality, wildlife garden, etc.)

Does your site have problems?
(Drainage, wind tunnels, shade/sun exposure, screening of unwanted views, etc.)

What is your plan for efficient irrigation?
(Drip, rotary nozzles, or hand watering?)

What are your existing hardscapes?
(Walkways, driveway, hard surface areas, etc.)

What are your plants/colors likes and dislikes?

Do you have any mulch preference?
(River rock, bark mulch, basalt, etc.)

Are you planning for additional design features?
(Sculptures, water feature, birdbath, boulders, etc.)

Cathy Spokas

Contact Information

Water Wise Spokane
waterwise@spokanecity.org
509.625.6293