Last but not least, we create residential landscapes. These include the typical patios, walkways and planting areas. They may have swimming pools and spas, shade structures, fountains, edible gardens, outdoor kitchens and fireplaces. Some may have sculpture gardens and outdoor theaters.
Parking lots are another place where our services are called for. These features are more complicated than you might think, since there are shading requirements that must be fulfilled for plan approval. Strange as it may seem, parking lots in the Central Valley are required to be shaded, at least for new construction. They are supposed to be spanned by leafy tree canopies or covered by structures so you can walk across them in comfort.
Demolition
Compare the bids you received, make sure everyone is doing the same amount and quality of work. See who just submitted a number and who actually itemized things. Of the people who itemized, are their estimations of square feet and cost per square foot similar? Did they include the same things - like demolition, footings, foundations, warranties on work and plants?
We favor a rich, contemporary landscape design style that transforms landscape elements into functional art, based on sustainable design principles. If you browse our portfolio, you’ll see how we strive to make each design artistic yet functional, each landscape custom tailored to the needs of the client. You'll also see that no two designs are alike.
Fencing
Subject to planning restrictions, landscape architects design features and spaces around the buildings. These include unglamorous but necessary things such as screen walls for air conditioning units and trash enclosures, and fences.
Gazebos
Any built thing that casts shade, typically over a patio or use area. Can be wood, metal or other. Gazebos can fall into this category, as long as they have shaded seating. If they’re tiny, they’re usually just called gazebos.
Walkways
Irrigation Systems
DRIP. An irrigation system that works by slowly emitting water, as opposed to shooting it out of a nozzle. Drip irrigation systems require filters and pressure reducers.
We design entry monumentation, the typical walls, planters and structures you see when you enter a housing development. We may lay out sidewalks, outdoor terraces and do street renovations (called "streetscapes"). We design hotel and resort patios, trellises, pools, water features, outdoor kitchens and bars - and planting, of course. We lay out sports facilities such as tennis courts, bocce ball and pétanque areas and jogging/exercise trails.