Field Form

Our core service transforms your outdoor space in Brooklyn into a resilient, beautiful, and functional ecosystem. We design gardens that do more than just look good—they actively manage stormwater, repair soil health, and support local biodiversity. This service is perfect for homeowners, property managers, and community organizations who are tired of conventional landscaping and want a space that contributes positively to the urban environment.The process begins with a deep site analysis. We st...

Turn a chronic urban problem into a beautiful asset. Our specialized service designs and installs systems that capture, clean, and divert stormwater on your Brooklyn property, preventing runoff and reducing strain on city infrastructure. This is essential for properties with flooding issues, large impervious surfaces, or owners seeking sustainability certifications and lower water bills.We implement a suite of techniques tailored to your site. This can include bioswales, rain gardens, green roof...

This service goes beyond installation to actively repair and regenerate the ecological fabric of your site in Brooklyn. We intervene in degraded urban soils, fragmented habitats, and lifeless spaces to co-create thriving living systems. It's for clients who view their land as part of a larger community and want their project to foster connections—between people, between species, and between natural processes.Our work involves soil remediation using compost and microbial inoculants, planting desi...

We design outdoor spaces that look good and work hard. Before we draw anything, we study how water moves across your property, what the soil is made of, and how sun and shade fall through the day. From there we build a plan around your goals that can include rain gardens, permeable paving, native plant communities, and soil amendments. Homeowners, property managers, and community groups tired of conventional landscaping often come to us because they want a yard that contributes to its surroundin...

Field Form is a landscape studio working on properties across Brooklyn, from private backyards to shared community sites. We approach each project by looking past the property line to understand how the land connects to its neighborhood, including water, soil, and the people who use the space. Our team combines design work with hands-on ecological knowledge, so drawings and installation are handled by people who understand how the site behaves. If you are looking for a studio that treats your la...

A good garden starts with understanding the ground it sits on. We look at drainage, sun exposure, existing soil, and how you plan to use the space, then shape a layout and planting plan to match. Our gardens are built to be practical as well as attractive, with plant choices and features suited to city conditions. Whether you want a small plot for growing, a place to sit, or a full backyard refresh, we work with you to balance appearance, function, and upkeep. We are happy to talk through what y...

Sustainable landscaping means choosing materials and plants that reduce waste, conserve water, and support local ecology. We favor native species, durable permeable surfaces, and soil improvements that help a site hold water and nutrients on its own. Each plan is tailored to the specific conditions of your property, so the approach is never one-size-fits-all. Over time these choices can lower the amount of irrigation and maintenance a garden needs. If you want a landscape that works with its env...

Stormwater that pools in a yard or runs off hard surfaces can cause real problems. We design gardens that catch, slow, and filter rainwater, using features such as rain gardens, bioswales, and specially prepared soils that absorb water more readily. These systems are planned as part of the landscape, so they become attractive planting areas rather than utility add-ons. We size each design to the rainfall and runoff on your property and make sure it can be maintained easily. Property owners deali...

Gardens in the city face tight space, compacted soil, reflected heat, and limited sun. We design for these conditions, selecting plants that tolerate them and arranging spaces so they feel generous despite their size. Rooftops, narrow side yards, and small courtyards all get the same careful site study before we begin. The goal is a garden that suits daily life in the city, with room to sit, grow, and enjoy the outdoors. We are glad to take on compact urban sites and can help you think through w...

Shared gardens work best when they are designed for many hands and many uses. We plan community spaces with clear paths, accessible beds, gathering areas, and features that invite neighbors to take part, from planting to education. Our process includes conversations with the people who will use the garden so the design reflects their needs. We also think about long-term care, choosing plants and layouts that a group can maintain together. Community organizations and neighborhood groups in Brookl...

Urban soil is often compacted, depleted, or contaminated by years of construction and neglect. We restore it by adding compost, organic matter, and beneficial microbes, then planting in ways that build structure and life over time. Our work starts with understanding what the soil currently holds and where it is failing, so the repair targets the actual problem. Healthier soil holds water better, supports stronger plants, and needs less intervention later. If your lawn or garden struggles to grow...