Over 500 projects completed across Eastern Iowa and beyond — 42+ years of real craftsmanship, real results.
Every photograph in this gallery tells a story. Behind each image is a family that trusted Landforms Design Inc to transform their outdoor space into something they love — a place where kids play, neighbors gather, and memories are made. Since 1981, owner Darin Chamberlin has personally overseen more than 500 completed projects across Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Marion, Hiawatha, North Liberty, and communities throughout Eastern Iowa and beyond. This gallery represents a fraction of that work — 278 real project photos spanning two decades of craftsmanship.
One of the most distinctive services Landforms Design Inc offers is the design and installation of Backyard Sports Center™ courts — a trademark Darin has held for over 30 years. With 300+ Backyard Sports Center™ courts built across the USA, these custom multi-sport surfaces are designed for pickleball, tennis, basketball, volleyball, and more. Each court is engineered for proper drainage, professional-grade surfacing, and long-term durability. Whether you want a dedicated pickleball court in Cedar Rapids or a full multi-sport complex with fencing, lighting, and landscaping, the team at Landforms Design Inc brings the same precision and passion to every installation.
As seen on ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition — featured across 5 episodes — the quality of Darin's work has been recognized at a national level. That same standard applies to every project, whether it's a modest backyard basketball pad or an elaborate resort-style sports complex.
The gallery includes dozens of retaining wall and hardscape projects built using natural stone, Keystone block, railroad ties, and premium paver systems. A properly engineered retaining wall does more than hold back soil — it reshapes unusable slopes into functional outdoor living areas, protects foundations, and adds lasting value to your property. Landforms Design Inc has built retaining walls ranging from small decorative garden borders to large structural walls managing significant grade changes across residential and commercial properties throughout Cedar Rapids and the surrounding region.
Patio and hardscape installations in this gallery range from simple stamped concrete pads to elaborate multi-level outdoor living environments complete with built-in seating, fire pit areas, pergolas, and seamless transitions to lawn and garden spaces. Every hardscape project begins with a detailed 3D design so you can visualize the finished result before a single stone is placed.
Great landscaping is more than planting flowers — it's about creating a cohesive outdoor environment that complements your home's architecture, works with your site's natural drainage and sun exposure, and requires realistic maintenance. The landscape projects in this gallery reflect Landforms Design Inc's design-first philosophy. Using advanced 3D imaging and drone survey technology, Darin and his team produce detailed visual plans so clients know exactly what they're getting before work begins.
From complete lawn installations and native plant selections to ornamental tree placement, perennial bed design, garden lighting, and seasonal color rotations, the landscape work shown here covers the full spectrum of residential outdoor design. Projects range from single-family homes in Cedar Rapids neighborhoods to large acreage properties in rural Eastern Iowa.
Landforms Design Inc stands behind every project with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. With 42+ years in business and over 500 projects completed, the reputation built by Darin Chamberlin is one of the most trusted in the Cedar Rapids landscaping and outdoor construction industry. Clients return year after year for maintenance, additions, and expansions — and they refer their neighbors, friends, and family members with confidence.
If you're ready to transform your outdoor space — whether you're dreaming of a Backyard Sports Center™ court, a new patio and retaining wall system, a complete landscape redesign, or simply want a professional evaluation of your property's potential — contact Landforms Design Inc today for a free consultation and quote. There's no obligation, and the conversation alone may change the way you see your yard.
Landforms Design Inc serves homeowners and property owners throughout Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha, North Liberty, Iowa City, Solon, Robins, Ely, and Mount Vernon. Every project in this gallery was built within driving distance of our home base in Cedar Rapids. If you live in Eastern Iowa and have been dreaming about a new patio, a retaining wall, a Backyard Sports Center™ court, or a full landscape makeover, we would love to hear from you. Call us at (319) 899-4322 or use the contact form to schedule your free on-site consultation. We look forward to adding your project to this gallery.
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