From bustling business districts to mixed-use shopping centers, David J. Frank Landscape Contracting designs, builds, and maintains vibrant urban streetscapes in Milwaukee, Madison, and other communities.


What Are Urban Streetscapes?

Urban streetscapes refer to the visible elements along streets in city settings—including trees, planters, pavers, seating, lighting, signage, and bike paths—that provide a welcoming experience and contribute to the area’s overall identity and environmental performance.

Whether you manage a business improvement district, municipal space, or retail corridor, our work helps areas thrive through functional beauty.


Services We Provide:

  • Design & Planning
    Our award-winning landscape architects create custom streetscapes that blend aesthetics, accessibility, safety, and sustainability.

  • Hardscape Installation
    From decorative concrete and pavers to curbing, lighting, and retaining walls, our crews build durable infrastructure that enhances usability and curb appeal.

  • Greenscape Enhancements
    Trees, shrubs, annual color, bioswales, and rain gardens help improve stormwater management, reduce heat island effects, and provide visual interest year-round.

  • Seasonal Displays & Planter Rotations
    We offer stunning seasonal color programs, including insertable planter solutions tailored for urban settings with limited space.

  • Maintenance Services
    We don’t just install exceptional streetscapes—we maintain them. Our experienced crews provide year-round landscape maintenance, including planter care, seasonal color changes, litter pickup, pruning, and hardscape upkeep. We help your environment stay clean, vibrant, and inviting day after day.


Why Choose DJF for Urban Landscapes?

With over 65 years of experience and a portfolio of award-winning urban projects, we understand the balance of durability, design, and daily foot traffic. We work closely with municipalities, developers, and property managers to bring visions to life and keep them thriving for years.


Featured Projects:

Schlitz Park – Milwaukee, WI

A signature example of urban revitalization, Schlitz Park bridges Milwaukee’s history with modern corporate appeal. David J. Frank helped reimagine this downtown landmark with vibrant seasonal plantings, inviting courtyards, and walkable spaces—earning state and national awards for excellence in commercial color design.

Hilldale – Madison, WI

David J. Frank elevated the guest experience at this bustling open-air, high-end shopping center through curated seasonal plantings, stylish containers, and regular maintenance. Under our care, the property won both a state and national gold award in 2022.

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Schlitz Park
Getting this distinctive modern-style landscape in northern Wisconsin to look as if it flowed right into the house and that the garden and landscape appear as one from the inside was far from easy.
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Hilldale
Hilldale is an open-air shopping center with over 50 stores located on approximately 30 acres. It’s Madison’s premier venue for upscale shopping and dining, attracting high-end clientele...
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Blooming allium in campus park supporting pollinators at R1ver site
R1ver: Sustainability
Once an industrial site, R1ver is now a riverfront destination where sustainability meets sleek design. From bioretention beds to green roofs, every element is maintained with care and purpose.