STCU Branch Landscape
Renovation
Project Overview
Client Goals
Client Goals
STCU, one of the region’s leading credit unions, approached Dee’s Landscaping with several objectives for their branch location landscapes:
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Create a consistent, professional appearance across all locations
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Reduce maintenance requirements and water usage
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Enhance curb appeal and brand visibility
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Address specific site challenges at various locations
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Implement sustainable landscaping practices
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Improve customer and employee experience
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Develop a replicable model for future locations
Challenges
The Challenge
STCU’s multiple branch locations presented diverse challenges:
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Varied Site Conditions: Each location had unique soil, sun exposure, and space constraints
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Existing Landscapes: Many branches had aging, outdated landscaping requiring renovation
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Maintenance Concerns: High-maintenance plantings were creating excessive costs
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Water Usage: Traditional landscapes were requiring significant irrigation
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Brand Consistency: Each location had a different appearance lacking cohesive identity
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Year-Round Appeal: Landscapes needed to look professional in all seasons
Our Solution
Our Solution
After thorough analysis of all locations and collaboration with STCU’s facilities team, we developed a comprehensive approach:
Signature Landscape Design
We created a signature landscape design that could be adapted to each location while maintaining brand consistency:
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Clean, contemporary aesthetic with year-round structure
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Strategic use of STCU’s brand colors in seasonal plantings
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Defined entry points with enhanced landscaping
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Consistent plant palette adapted to each site’s conditions
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Professional, welcoming appearance that reflects STCU’s brand values
Sustainable Practices
Our design incorporated numerous sustainable elements:
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Drought-tolerant plant selections requiring minimal supplemental water
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Efficient drip irrigation systems with smart controllers
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Reduction of high-maintenance turf areas
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Proper soil preparation to reduce water and fertilizer needs
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Mulch application to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
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Native and adaptive plants suited to Spokane’s climate
Site-Specific Solutions
While maintaining overall consistency, we addressed each location’s unique needs:
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South Hill Branch: Enhanced pedestrian access and created buffer from busy street
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North Spokane Branch: Solved drainage issues and improved parking lot perimeter
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Valley Branch: Created shade in key areas and improved entry visibility
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Downtown Branch: Developed urban-appropriate planters and container displays
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Liberty Lake Branch: Incorporated water-wise demonstration garden
Phased Implementation
We developed a multi-year implementation plan that:
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Prioritized locations based on need and visibility
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Coordinated with STCU’s budget cycles
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Minimized disruption to branch operations
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Allowed for refinement of the approach over time
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Created immediate impact at each location
How it works
The Implementation Process
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Phase 1: Assessment and Planning
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Comprehensive site analysis of all locations
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Development of signature design standards
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Creation of location-specific adaptation plans
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Budget development and phasing strategy
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Material and plant selection
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Phase 2: Initial Implementations
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Complete renovation of two priority locations
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Installation of irrigation systems
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Hardscape improvements where needed
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Initial planting and establishment
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Staff education on new landscape features
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Phase 3: Refinement and Expansion
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Evaluation of initial implementations
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Adjustments to design standards based on performance
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Renovation of additional locations
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Development of maintenance protocols
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Documentation of best practices
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Phase 4: Completion and Maintenance Transition
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Completion of remaining locations
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Comprehensive maintenance training
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Development of seasonal care calendar
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Long-term management plan implementation
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Final documentation and reporting
The Results
The Results
The multi-year landscape renovation project delivered significant benefits for STCU:
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Brand Enhancement: Created a distinctive, professional landscape identity across all locations
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Maintenance Reduction: Reduced landscape maintenance costs by approximately 35%
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Water Conservation: Decreased irrigation water usage by over 40%
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Improved Aesthetics: Significantly enhanced curb appeal and customer experience
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Sustainability: Implemented numerous environmentally responsible practices
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Consistency: Established a cohesive appearance while respecting each site’s unique conditions
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Adaptability: Created a flexible framework that can be applied to future locations
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Before and After
Key Features
Key Features
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Custom landscape design standards adaptable to multiple locations
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Water-efficient irrigation systems with smart controllers
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Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant selections
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Enhanced entry areas with seasonal color displays
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Reduced turf areas replaced with attractive, sustainable alternatives
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Professional landscape lighting at key locations
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Improved pedestrian circulation and access
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Year-round visual interest with structural plantings
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