Marek Landscaping has designed, built, consulted on and maintained an exceptional variety of projects. We focus on balancing aesthetics, ecology, engineering needs and budget to form cohesive and sustainable results. Please browse through our existing work and check back to see more current projects as we update weekly.
Menomonee Valley Industrial Center and Community Park
Landscape Consultation & Construction
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: October 2005 – December 2007
This 120 acre site is situated in an abandoned industrial and railway corridor along Canal St near Miller Park in the city of Milwaukee along the Menomonee River. Marek’s work began along the River where we performed erosion control measures in the watercourse and planted native trees and seed in conjunction with earthwork crews. This urban river is flashy and restoration work was performed directly behind earthwork crews to minimize the chance of sediment being released into the waterway. This work was performed in the fall and winter of 2005. Marek did 80 acres of seeding work for erosion control of the development parcels to the West. Beginning in the summer of 2006 Marek began the landscaping work for the rest of the park which included 5 acres of soccer fields, 7 acres of native seeding in the stormwater treatment train, 10,000 emergent aquatic plantings, more than 400 trees and 500 shrubs. All work was completed within the construction schedule. Marek was awarded a competitive bid and qualification contract for the ongoing maintenance of the project. This included maintenance planning, scheduling, and costing for the park for the next three years.
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Pine Creek Stream Remediation
Location: Hayton, WI
Design Timeline: Fall 2007 - Spring 2008
The purpose of the project was to remove PCB-impacted sediments and soils from approximately 4.1 miles of Pine Creek, located nearby New Holstein, Calumet County, Wisconsin to improve the health of the aquatic community. Marek Landscaping, LLC prepared the environmental analysis, coordinated an archaeological & historical survey through approval with the Wisconsin State Historical Society, assisted with coordinating the habitat surveys for endangered species, led permitting efforts with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), led meetings to discuss permitting and design strategy between the regulatory agencies, the client, and the design team, prepared the Ch. 30 & Section 404 joint permits, assisted with the Incidental Take Authorization process for State of Wisconsin Threatened fish species, and participated in the WDNR public informational hearing.
Milwaukee County Pond & Lagoon Shorline Erosion Control Demonstration Project
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: Oct. 2008 – July 2009
This demonstration project is located in Washington Park and McGovern Park in Milwaukee County. This project involved the installation of over 600 linear feet of vegetated coir biologs, 12 feet of vegetated, compost filled Filtrexx Edgesaver Soxx (used as a test comparison to coir biologs), over 9,500 native plugs, native seeding, flagstone stepper paths, universally accessible fishing outcrops, and a rain garden.
City of Milwaukee Green Medians Project
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: Aug. 2009 – Oct. 2009
Located along 91st St. & 92nd St. from Capitol Dr. to Good Hope Rd. this is a stormwater quality/quantity project (designed by others) involving the construction of vegetated bioswales within the medians. Marek’s role in this project included the selection and design of urban tolerant bioswale plantings; planting of over 25 trees, 300 shrubs, and 2500 herbaceous perennials; and installation of decorative fieldstone walls and inlet structures.
Milwaukee River Trail & Bluff Restoration Master Plan
Location: Shorewood, WI
Design Timeline: 2008
The Village of Shorewood has undertaken a planning process to improve and expand upon its green spaces. This includes the bluff along the east bank of the Milwaukee River, extending from Hubbard Park to East Capital Drive. Marek Landscaping prepared a master plan for developing a trail system along the bluff and its restoration.
Indian Creek
Landscape Construction
Location: Fox Point, WI
Construction Timeline: July 2007 – November 2007
This MMSD watercourse rehabilitation project involved the removal of a concrete channel liner, bank stabilization, culvert placement, retaining wall construction, and tree planting work along this urban creek. Marek’s work involved 5 acres of native seeding, 7 acres of low maintenance turfgrass seeding, 18 native plant pods, two hundred large shade trees, 2,300 sq ft of modular retaining wall construction, and the installation of guardrails. This work took place in strict accordance with DNR regulations and permit conditions while the channel was active. Marek is responsible for the ongoing maintenance of the native plantings for the next five years.
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The Villa Terrace Decorative Art Museum Garden Renovation
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: 2000 – 2002
Construction & specification involved; restoring & constructing all stone walkways, patios, steps, & dry-stacked walls; regrading & planting the terraced slope and lower garden; relocating, storing, & replacing statues; restoring the water stairway and fish pond; restoring fountains; placing stone benches, pots, and garden ornaments; designing & constructing entrance walkway; assisting the lighting design & installation; installing on-site utilities; installing the wrought iron fence; and ordering & installating of plant and landscape materials.
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Bradford Beach Stormwater Quality Project
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: Spring/Summer 2008
This project involved the construction of five stormwater infiltration cells on Bradford Beach and three rain gardens in Lake Park on Milwaukee’s coast. The purpose of this project was to treat storm water from upland sewers which discharged onto the sands of Bradford Beach. The project design (by others) includes three rain gardens located in Lake Park, serving as the first step in the stormwater treatment train. Here, runoff from the park collects until levels reach the inlets of the catch basins. From there water drains to the outlets on the beach, the second step in the stormwater treatment train. Here, compost lined infiltration basins were constructed by berming up the existing sand. All natural erosion controls and dune grasses maintain outlet height consistency by maintaining the ebb and flow of sand migration. Find more information about Bradford Beach at BradfordBeachJam.com
Lake Michigan Bluff Emergency Stabilization
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: Summer 2008
Marek was contacted to perform emergency bluff stabilization and erosion control for a section of Lake Michigan’s bluff along North Lincoln Memorial Drive after a different contractor exceeded their project limits and cleared the majority of soil stabilizing vegetation from a roughly one acre section of the bluff.
Oakleaf Trail Access Switchback Trail
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: Winter 2009
This universally accessible trail serves as a connection from the Oak Leaf trail to the pedestrian trails along the East Bank of the Milwaukee River. Work began by surveying the proposed path elevations and carving out the rough path of the trail. Both Filtrexx and boulder retaining walls were constructed with minimal impact to the site. Planning, design, and construction work was performed in tandem with AmeriCorps crews, County Parks, and Urban Ecology Center Staff.
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Butler's Gartersnake Habitat Mitigation Project
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: July 2009 – Nov. 2009
This mitigation project is located along the Milwaukee River north of North Ave on the west bank. Marek selectively thinned the tree canopy by 75% in a heavily wooded 1.3 acre area along the Milwaukee River. A wet mesic prairie seeding was performed to provide a surrogate home for Bulter’s Gartersnakes displaced by a nearby construction project.
River Revitalization Foundation
Trail Consultation and Construction
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: Summer 2006
This one mile low impact trail was specified and constructed by Marek in cooperation with Milwaukee County Parks and River Revitalization Foundation. It is a 4’ gravel trail constructed partly within the limits of the wetlands and through endangered Butler Gartersnake habitat. One bridge, spanning an MMSD outfall structure and several retaining walls were constructed in tight quarters and steep slopes. Permit restrictions were strict and the budget was tight. Marek completed the trail on schedule and on budget. In kind donations of materials from our vendors, labor from subcontractors, and equipment from suppliers totaled $25,000. Marek worked in conjunction with federal Americorps troops and helped coordinate their work and training. The restoration of the sides of the trail entailed a wet mesic native prairie planting and erosion stabilization.
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Kinnickinnic River Woody Species Removals
Landscape Management and Clearing
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: November - December 2006
This MMSD watercourse rehabilitaion project included three reaches of the Kinnickinnic River spanning from North 20th and Cleveland Avenue to North 35th and Forest Home Avenue. This project involved the removal of woody debris and spot herbicide treatment along the corresponding concrete channel with very limited access and regulations. This work took place in strict accordance with DNR regulations and permit conditions while the channel was active.
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Lincoln Center of The Arts Green Parking Lot Design
Location: Lincoln Center of the Arts, Milwaukee Public Schools
Design and Engineering Timeline: Winter 2004-Current
Construction Timeline: Spring 2007-depending on funding
IIn redesigning the lot Marek sought to improve traffic flow, incorporate an outdoor classroom, manage on site storm water, and create a universally accessible entrance that welcomes visitors into the main entrance of the historic building.
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Commercial Property Retaining Wall
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: Fall 2008
Marek installed a bio-engineered retaining wall on the corner of Badger Railing located in the Milwaukee’s newly established Menomonee Valley Industrial Park. Using a combination large limestone blocks, compost filled Filtrexx FilterSoxx.™, and rich organic soils we created an attractive, natural wall for this prominent corner.
Private Residence
Landscape Design & Construction
Location: Mequon, WI
Design & Engineering Timeline: Winter 2001
Construction Timeline:Hardscape – Autumn/Winter 2001
Softscape – Spring 2003
The project involved the design and construction of soft and hardscapes for the craftsman, prairie-style home. The site is located along the Lake Michigan shoreline with an unstable 140-foot bluff.
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Bluff Stabilization
Location: Grafton, WI
Design Timeline: Winter 2003
Construction Timeline: August 2004
Marek Landscaping, LLC worked with a civil & geotechnical engineer to design the bluff stabilization plan, prepared & submitted construction permits to state and local agencies, and attended public hearing meetings on behalf of the client. By working with WDNR staff, it was determined that a Chapter 30 and U.S. Army Corp of Engineers permits were not necessary.
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Private Residence
Landscape Design & Construction
Location: Whitefish Bay, WI
Design Timeline: Winter 2003
Construction Timeline: Summer 2004
The project involved the design and construction of soft and hardscapes on a historic homesite that is shaded by several trees. The site is located along the Lake Michigan shoreline with beautiful vistas of the shoreline to the north. The client sought to update the landscape, increase their privacy, and improve views of Lake Michigan.
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Cambridge Woods Rooftop Garden Project
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Construction Timeline: Spring/Summer 2008
This project involved the construction of a multi-level patio, seat walls and vegetable garden on top of a residential garage roof in Milwaukee’s Cambridge Woods Neighborhood. Stone steps and walkways were installed to connect the lower gardens and garage roof garden.
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Stair Design & Construction
Location: Beechwood, WI
Design Timeline: May 2005
Construction Timeline: August/September 2005
Marek was contracted to collect stone from the property with as little impact as possible to the trail system, woodland, and prairie. Using tracked equipment and a variety of rigging techniques stone steps weighing between 11,000 and 500 pounds were collected without a trace of damage to woodland or prairie. The clients saved 90% on these material costs.
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Private Residence
Landscape Design & Construction
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Design Timeline: July 2005
Construction Timeline: October 2005 – August 2006
With this project, Marek Landscaping was hired to help with renovating the driveway in correlation with Community Builders and Restoration. The owners were looking for a complimentary match with their existing home to aid in the overall appeal of their property. In this instance we used a running bond brick pattern with custom cut corner details and a horizontally opposed connecting patio.
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Private Residence
Landscape Design & Construction
Location: Whitefish Bay, WI
Design Timeline: 2004 - 2005
Construction Timeline: 2004 - 2005
The project involved the design and construction of soft and hardscapes on a residential property. The client sought to update the landscape and patio. The project was completed in several phases over a one-year period.
The Garden Room
Roof Garden
Location: Shorewood, WI
Construction Timeline: May – June 2002
The Garden Room is a shop specializing in garden tools, fountains, landscape ornaments, and antiques.
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Trocadero Cafe
Fountain & Sidewalk
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Design Timeline: Spring 2003
Construction Timeline: Spring 2003
Marek Landscaping, LLC designed and constructed the placement of reclaimed red pavers along the sidewalk and a fountain centerpiece in the dining patio.
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Private Residence
Prairie Restoration
Location: Ottawa, WI
Construction Timeline: May – June 1997
Client sought to restore a 2 Acre "old field" into a prairie.
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Private Residence
Dry Stacked Wall & Fountain
Location: Fox Point, WI
Design Timeline: July 2004
Construction Timeline: Autumn 2004
Marek Landscaping, LLC was brought into this project when the new owners of this secluded ravine homesite asked to address a failing concrete retaining wall. The wall supports a 70+-foot slope, is located directly behind the home, and commands views from several rooms in the house.
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