How do you incorporate elements of design into your planning?

Every landscaper has a different style. You may be early in your career, so you simply take direction from your boss or the client. You may have studied design in college and you're just now putting it into practice. Many landscapers pay attention to the land and the natural elements that are prominent in that area. Their goal is to create designs that are aesthetically pleasing and complement colors and patterns within the existing structures like stone walls and the bricks of a house. Give an example that demonstrates your knowledge and experience.