Services
Arbors
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The benefits of an Arbor go beyond the simple act of providing shade on a 'Hot California Day'. (Which we seem to have a lot of in the past few years in Winter as well as Summer).
It provides a location for your friends and guests to naturally congregate, have a drink and get a 'Full' look at what you've done with your landscape. A good designer will use this as the focal point and create a landscape that complements the house as well as the arbor. Here you can see how your lawn is laid out, and appreciate the flow of the design and the strategic placement of plants to provide color, shade, and beauty. You may even add a 'Water Feature' that can be heard echoing off the house and back to your position under the arbor, comfortably sitting in the shade with a cool breeze blowing. Adding an Arbor to your back yard will extend the 'living space' of your home, by giving people a choice from staying inside or moving to your backyard to enjoy the beautiful California weather we are all so lucky to have on a regular basis. Most people in California find that when they have an arbor in their backyard, you are more likely to spend your days under your arbor, instead of in your living room glued to your TV. |
Barbeques / Outdoor Kitchens
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Outdoor kitchens are a great way to entertain and enjoy the outdoors. Don't be stuck in your kitchen cooking while your guests relax on your beautiful patio, entertain while tending to your outdoor grill with an unbeatable outdoor kitchen. Your outdoor cooking space can be custom built to include every amenity. Grills, sinks, refrigerators and everything else you need to create a culinary masterpiece in your own yard. Stone counter-tops and seating can also be incorporated to bring the whole experience together.
Outdoor kitchens are fully functional cooking spaces that allow the chef in your family to cook all your meals outdoors without running back and forth to the kitchen. They usually include a grill island, cabinets and eating space. Many also include a small refrigerator and sink, and some may include a bar for seating. Cost can vary, depending on whether you create a basic kitchen or a complete outdoor dream. Your out-of-doors kitchen can be as simple as a fancy grill or more intricate, including multiple cooking areas, cabinets for storage and a complete living space with an outdoor bar and ice machine. Incorporating a fire pit or fire-powered stove can also be a great addition for people who like pizza and homemade bread. From entertaining to just enjoying your backyard area, an outdoor kitchen is the perfect way to combine luxury and convenience into one living space of your home. Contact Aguirre and Associates today, and let us design the perfect 'Outdoor Kitchen' that fits you and your yard! |
Outdoor Benches
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Outdoor Benches are an ideal seating solution. You can match them with any landscaping you have. The benches come in concrete, wood, and metal. It is nice to have a place to sit outside and enjoy the atmosphere. Benches made from sturdy materials like these are easy to clean, they don’t break, and they look amazing with any style of landscaping.
Modern Outdoor Benches When you are looking to get a great modern outdoor bench, you should always make sure that the material that the bench is made out of is well known for practical use, style, and, of course, durability. The most common woods that are used for modern outdoor benches are teak, redwood, cedar and cypress. The most common choice out of these woods is teak. Teak is wonderfully convenient due to the natural oils this wood has that withstand moisture, mildew, mold, weathering and insects. This is ideal for any furniture that is going to be in the weather. Teak is a wood that has been used to build boats for centuries. With this in mind, you can be sure that teak will last for a lifetime. Why Cedar Garden Benches are the Most Popular There are many reasons that cedar garden benches are the most popular benches in America. People love the traditional style, they are sturdy, top quality, and more. If you are looking for an affordable garden bench you might consider one made from cedar wood. |
Custom Wood & Iron Gates / Fences
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Serving all of South Bay Area, our company makes elegant custom entry gates with our wrought iron fence or railings matched perfectly to your needs and architecture. Whether for residential or commercial, if you need a gate for security, beauty, access control or just a simple driveway gate, we can help.
Manufacturing Advantages Since we manufacture our own gates, we can work closely with you or your architect to create the exact architectural styles you want. We understand the importance of matching your existing styles to your gate. As a fabricator and manufacturer we can construct using virtually any material including aluminum, bronze, stainless steel, ornamental metal, copper and composite materials. |
Decks
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The population of outdoor living has substantially increased during the last decade as homeowners are spending more time outdoors for family enjoyment and family get together's for socializing and celebrating special occasions. The benefits of outdoor decks on your property can be applied in the front or the back of your home.
What does an outdoor living space do for the home as a whole? If you have people over at your home — whether it's family or whether it's friends — where does everybody [gather]? Everybody is hanging around the kitchen while the hosts are preparing the meal, beverages and hors d'oeuvres. Well, the advantage to this outdoor living space is that you now have [an additional] outdoor work area where you can be working and preparing for the guests. It also diffuses the concentration in one area of the home. But if you are looking to get more space, why not just build another room? If you're building outside, it's going to be less expensive. Building an outdoor living space is the most affordable way to expand your home. If you add rooms, you are adding insulation and wiring and roofing and all of that. If you expand your outdoor living space, like with a deck, you don't have to do that extra work. This is a trend; people are expanding their decks. In some cases, they are adding built-in furniture. Others are building in the barbecue and plumbing to have running water and have refrigerators. The budget is the only limiting factor. How much money can you save by building a deck instead of an additional room? Building an outdoor living space costs somewhere in the range of half as much as an addition onto the house itself. I would expect that you should be able to build a deck for less than $100 a square foot, but that's going to vary from market to market. Maintain or Improve your home's value! Building an outdoor living space — such as a deck — might not seem like a particularly appealing proposition for many homeowners. But as the housing market continues its downward slope and the economy slumps in a recession, building a deck can be a smart way for property owners to maintain or even improve their home's value. After all, it's less expensive than building an additional room but still enables homeowners to expand their living space. "It's safe to say that a deck is one of the more cost-effective things you can do," says Jim Aguirre, of Aguirre and Associates Landscape Contractors. |
Custom Landscape Designs
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We provide custom landscape design and construction services for residential and commercial properties in South Bay Area. Our goal is to create beautiful and functional landscapes that integrate the home or business into its natural surroundings. A well designed landscape makes a wonderful first impression and increases the lasting value of the property.
We’re committed to being the best custom swimming pool and landscaping design contractor in the Bay Area. We assure our customers the highest quality services and a complete turnkey solution. Whether you’re in search of a new landscape design; a relaxing new pool; or just an entirely new look for your property-depend on us to beautify and enhance the quality of your surroundings. We provide a variety of residential & commercial landscaping services that are customized to suit the needs of your home and lifestyle. Our comprehensive services include:
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Driveways
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It wasn't long ago when deciding on a driveway material was easy: asphalt or concrete. Today, the "concrete" choice has expanded to include an astounding array of decorative options.
Concrete Driveway Sometimes referred to as a cement driveway or as painted concrete, decorative concrete is one of the most reasonable ways to spruce up the entrance to your home. Although plain gray concrete is still installed most often, more people are catching on to the dazzling effects possible with decorative concrete—and seeing the instant curb appeal a decorative driveway can give to any home, no matter what the style If you already have a concrete driveway, you can still give it a decorative makeover. The concrete industry has introduced many products and methods that can rejuvenate or resurface existing plain-gray driveways. Pavers Driveway As more and more homeowners grow tired of looking at their ugly, stained or cracked concrete, dirt or asphalt driveway they are turning to beautiful, durable and maintenance free driveway pavers. A well-chosen and properly installed driveway can add to the aesthetic appeal of your home, create opportunities for landscaping focal points, and significantly increase the value of your property. Mortarless Versus Mortared Driveway Pavers There are two types of driveway pavers: mortared and mortarless. Mortared pavers have mortar between the pavers and thus create a hardened non-flexible surface. This type of surface is prone to cracking and makes replacing a section or a paver more difficult. Mortarless pavers are the preferred method. Instead of mortar a special mixture of sand is used to make a very solid but flexible driveway surface. And if a paver ever breaks or cracks, replacing it is very easy. |
Fireplaces / Fire Pits
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An outdoor fireplace or fire pit can be a great addition to any outdoor living space. It can be a focal point in which to formalize your outdoor living room. And everyone knows that gathering around the campfire is a great way to entertain and interact with friends and family.
Benefits of Having an Outdoor Fire Pit or Fireplace First up is the entertainment factor. Nothing says gather a group of friends and family together like a fire pit. Not only that, but fire pits are a great way to extend your party space to the outdoors. Second, outdoor fire pits and fore places can provide an opportunity to cook up some food. Although, not as dialed as a grill or bar-b-que, fire pits and outdoor fireplaces can provide a flame over which you can toast marshmallows or kabobs. Fire pits and fireplaces provide heat around which to stay warm. The benefit is that you can extend your spring and fall entertaining seasons a bit by staying warm on those chilly evenings. Even if you aren't into throwing parties or entertaining, the ambiance a fire pit brings is worth the investment alone, especially if you are into star gazing with a loved one while sitting next to one of nature's most captivating elements. Finally, fire pits and fireplaces are a nice addition to your home that can add value if you ever decide to sell it. They are attractive features that can really help make your home stand apart from others. Benefits Of Using Fire Pit Glass And Fireplace Glass For Your Home A fireplace or fire pit in a home adds a certain elegance and beauty to any room or outdoor living space. Creating warmth comes with the territory when adding a fire pit to your home allowing for a cozy atmosphere for gatherings or conversations in the patio or outdoors. At times, conventional fire pits conceal flames making it impossible for you to be mesmerized by the fire, however; adding fire pit glass using one of our fire pits or fireplace applications is the perfect solution to enjoy its attention-grabbing aesthetic. |
Gazebo / Pergolas |
Enhancing your home and your garden with a gazebo or a Pergola is an excellent way of improving both the saleability of your home and the quality of your home life.
Gazebos range in price from about $3,000 up to well over $10,000 depending on the material, size, quality and accessories. No matter what your budget, there is a gazebo out there to meet your needs and give you a better outdoor living space. Gazebo's Many people have asked us what the difference is between gazebos and pergolas. A gazebo is a type of pavilion structure, which is sometimes hexagonal or octagonal, but often round, and it usually has a domed roof. They can be either freestanding, or attached to a garden wall, and they are, traditionally, open on all sides, such as the Victorian gazebo, in England. In terms of their purpose, then, they provide shade and shelter. However, some are purely ornamental. Now, the problem comes because “gazebo” is a catch-all term for other structures too – such as pergolas, kiosks, belvederes, folies, rotundas, pagodas, and probably more. Why Should I Buy A Gazebo? When it comes to improving your home and increasing its value, an outdoor gazebo may be an ideal addition. Most homeowners think they need to remodel or build a new addition onto their home, but making the outside area of your home look warm and relaxing will provide wonderful benefits. The first thing anyone sees when they come to your home is the outside area. A gazebo is an easy way to boost the appeal and maximize your investment. But what if you are not selling your home? Well, there are many more reasons for gazebos than just this one. An outdoor gazebo provides a sense of calm, peace and relaxation. It is amazing when you think about it, but just think back to how you felt whenever you were at a park, or anywhere else, where you were under a gazebo. How did you feel? They are a great place to relax and talk with your spouse or friends. A place to get outside and enjoy the sights and sounds of your surroundings. Backyard gazebos are also excellent for entertaining friends and family for a barbeque. You have a place that protects from the sun or other elements where everyone can sit. Where Should I Put My Gazebo? If you’ve decided that a new gazebo is right for your family, one of your first decisions is where you will place the gazebo in your yard or garden. Many people choose a corner of their yard so that the gazebo does not interrupt the flow of the space and because they want to maximize precious yardage. Perhaps you would rather your gazebo be a showpiece taking a prominent stage in your yard. That’s another alternative - do what works best for your yard and for how you want to access the gazebos. What’s The Best Gazebo Design? Homeowners should choose a gazebo style that will suit other permanent structures like the garage, house and other surrounding buildings. Your ultimate goal is that the gazebo blends in and enhances your home. Pergolas However, there are differences, so let’s examine them. A pergola is lattice-type framework, consisting of uprights and crossbeams, which support climbing plants, especially vines. Some may be attached to the side of a house, while others are freestanding. They can be quite small, or they can be long, covered walkways, sometimes connecting two pavilions. Although traditionally made of wood, you will also find metal ones (e.g. wrought iron) and ones where the supporting pillars are made of brick. You need to know too that pergolas can also be known as arbors or bowers. |
Landscaping
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Aguirre and Associates Landscape Contractors offers expert Commercial and Residential Landscaping Services. Based in the Bay Area, CA, we offer reliable and affordable services to the greater Bay Area area.
We specializes in creative landscaping, producing harmonious designs and turning trouble areas in elegant solutions. We prefer to go out to a site to get a real feel for the area and talk with the client to better understand their vision for the project. By doing this, we also get a chance to see the colors of any structures or plants and can find just the right tones to create a harmonious landscaping design. We offer complete landscaping services for both residential and commercial properties, handling everything from initial design to regular maintenance servicing. Common Landscaping projects include irrigation systems, retaining walls, patios and walkways, accent lighting, finish grade work, sod, and property maintenance. At Aguirre and Associates Landscape Contractors, we are experts in curb appeal. Hiring a landscaping professional is said to increase a property’s value by up to 20 percent; call today to schedule a consultation and get started improving your property. What are the benefits of professionally installed and maintained Landscaping? The advantages of a professionally installed and maintained landscape go beyond "curb appeal" and head straight for the bottom-line. A well-designed landscape invites customers, producing higher occupancy rates and increased rentals. However, the savings go further, when you consider that the proper selection and placement of plant material can lower heating and cooling costs by as much as 20%. The use of landscape to lower noise levels, reduce crime and enhance unpleasant views are economical alternatives that add up to increased profits. |
Low Voltage Lighting |
What are the benefits of 'Low Voltage Lighting'?
Contemporary outdoor lighting systems are a smart investment. Professionally installed and maintained outdoor lighting systems will increase the value and resale of residential and commercial properties while simultaneously making it the showcase of the area. Properly installed low voltage lighting casts a beautiful glow while remaining extremely economical and safe to operate especially when compared to their line voltage system counterparts. Architectural lighting systems are both practical and elegant. Homeowners can enjoy more hours outside in the comfort of their own homes while creating an elegant atmosphere for entertaining. Industrial specification grade lighting systems are expandable so they can be adapted as properties are expanded and/or owners' needs change. In addition to their beauty, outdoor lighting fixtures offer increased lighting for safety and security. An outdoor lighting system is the cure for any building or area masked in darkness.
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Outdoor Entertainment Area
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Benefit from an Outdoor Entertainment area where you can hang out with your family and friends on both sunny days and not-so-sunny days, as they allow you to enjoy the feeling of being outdoors without being subjected to any of the harsh weather elements such as extreme heat and rain.
Outdoor Bar Outdoor bars have become increasingly popular in homes and yards across the country. These allow you to enjoy company and nice weather in the privacy of your backyard or patio. If you are considering buying, building or installing an outdoor bar, here are a few potential benefits that you should think about. Enjoy Nature There is just something about being outside that feels great. Many people are moving more and more of their living spaces outdoors today. When you are outside, you feel calm and relaxes. Having a bar there to relax at makes it that much more enjoyable. You and your friends will love being able to sit out under the stars and have a few drinks. More Guests Many people love to have friends over, but they never seem to get together as much as they would like. Having an outdoor bar gives you a reason to have people over. Your friends will love to come over and enjoy the bar more frequently. Having your own bar will always provide an excuse to have company. During the big game or a summer pool party, your friends will undoubtedly want to come over and enjoy it in the comfort of your outdoor bar while watching the game on a big screen HDTV. Added Value Another huge benefit of having your own outdoor bar is the added value that you from the bar. When you go to resell your house, the bar will present you with another selling feature to use. Home buyers love outdoor bars and it will present you with a nice focal point of the house to show them. You should be able to get a good percentage of your investment in the bar back out of the house when it sells. Just remember to feature the bar prominently when you start to sell the house. Outdoor Games Looking for a way to entertain family and friends during that backyard cookout or get together? Favorite Outdoor Games such as Basketball, Volleyball, Bocce Ball, Darts, Horse Shoes, and more will inspire endless fun for people of every age. Whether you are young or just young at heart, these exciting backyard games will keep family, friends, adults, and kids entertained for hours. |
Patio / Planters |
Many homeowners want to design and build a really nice backyard Patio with Planters. Why is this so desirable though? It is because a patio and planter combination can become an entertainment center for family events. Plus, you can invite friends over and host parties and barbecues in your backyard. Socializing while enjoying the outdoors is something everyone loves.
The Versatility of Patio Pavers Due to the availability of various shapes, colors, and sizes of patio pavers, they have become one of the most versatile paving materials available today. Additionally, the combination of slip resistance and attractive finishes has aided their popularity to what they are today. In choosing the floor material for a patio, one must be careful to properly consider the safety, comfort, style and design issues of the patio surface. Patio pavers address all these factors because they have a non-slip surface, they are comfortable to walk on, and they have a classical appearance and can be designed in a variety of patterns, shapes and colors. Concrete Patios - The Benefits Abound In addition to concrete's versatility, concrete is durable and can stand up to a range of weather conditions found across the country. In fact, many companies in colder climates take special measures to ensure the durability of the concrete patios they produce. We use a lot of steel and rebar in a two-foot grid that controls cracking. We also apply many coats of sealer. Staining concrete is one of the most popular applications for transforming concrete slabs. Often referred to as colored concrete, homeowners, designers and builders are drawn to stained concrete because of the unique outcome that can be achieved combining colors, application techniques, etc., on cement flooring and other substrates. The results are limited only by the creativity of those involved in the stained concrete process. Stamped concrete, commonly referred to as patterned concrete or imprinted concrete, is concrete that is designed to resemble brick, slate, flagstone, stone, tile and even wood. In this section you will see how stamped concrete can be used to beautify pool decks, driveways, entries, courtyards, and patios. Planters for containment and design Growing indoor and outdoor plants in planters increases your gardening space and can expand the types of flowers and plants you can grow in your climate. Creative consumers realize that planters not only function as a method of cultivating plants, but they may also be the basis of many different craft and home decor projects. Another benefit of planters is that they can contain invasive plants within a small area and keep them from spreading throughout your garden. Invasive plants such as mint, bee balm and lemon balm can spread to many different areas of your garden within one season. The many benefits of cultivating these herbs must be weighed against their proclivity to procreate, unless you grow them in containers. Other types of invasive plants that grow well in containers include English ivy, Japanese wisteria and common periwinkle. |
Pools & Spas / Pool Remodel
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When you decide you're ready to install a Pool and/or Spa, call us for start to finish services. We take care of everything from digging and concrete work to decks and landscaping to create a spectacular pool and spa area designed specifically to enhance the natural beauty of your home.
Benefits of a Pool or Spa Pool Swimming is one of the best low-impact exercises in which you’re able to get a high-quality cardiovascular workout while minimizing stress on your joints. Cardiovascular exercise gets your heart rate up, and your lungs get a workout. It’s the type of exercise that burns the most calories and should be carried out for at least 30 minutes several times a week for maximum benefits to your heart, lungs and circulation, as recommended by the American Heart Association. Additionally, low-impact exercises are a comfortable way for pregnant and overweight individuals to get a workout. Will adding a swimming pool to your property add value to your home? Some realtors say that swimming pools are an amenity that potential buyers may shy away from, while others argue that they are a necessity - especially when it comes to homes in upscale areas. A recent study published by the National Association of Realtors maintains that in-ground swimming pool installations can increase the value of homes from 8 percent to as much as 15 percent. Spa
Pool Remodel Remodeling your pool should be considered when you notice problems such as leaks or cracks but can also be a way for you to upgrade the style and equipment of your pool for many more years of enjoyment. Remodeling an older swimming pool to a modern self-chlorinating, self-cleaning swimming pool that is automatically controlled by a computer or remotely controlled by the homeowner from anywhere on the property can turn a once ordinary swimming pool into an exciting outdoor entertainment area. The modern computer controlled pool panels can even allow the homeowner to turn on the waterfalls, pool lights, yard lights or swimming pool heater from anywhere around the pool. |
Putting Greens
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Having a Home Putting green is the perfect solution for any golfer who doesn’t have much time. In the convenience of your own backyard you can practice your short game whenever you want, plus have a lot of fun with friends and family.
But the greatest thing about a putting green is you won’t have to spend all your time mowing, watering, and fertilizing, because you will have a low maintenance putting green at your home. It only makes sense when you think about it. Golf is a hugely popular pastime, but not everyone can spare 3 to 4 hours at a time to play 18 holes as often as they’d like. At the same time, aging baby boomers are looking at their yards and realizing they no longer need to devote this space to the kids |
Retaining Walls / Seating Walls / Pillars
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Retaining walls and garden walls are especially great for defining and creating useful outdoor space. Retaining walls allow you to create horizontal space that you normally would not have because of a sloped yard. Whether you're cutting into an embankment or filling in lower area, gaining that extra space is invaluable.
Sure, retaining walls look like simple stacked stone, block, or timber. But in fact, they're carefully engineered systems that wage an ongoing battle with gravity. They restrain tons of saturated soil that would otherwise slump and slide away from a foundation or damage the surrounding landscape. These handsome barriers also make inviting spots to sit, and can increase usable yard space by terracing sloped properties, something that is increasingly important as flat home sites become ever more scarce in many regions. Define your patios with curved Seat Walls. Seat walls will help transform your yard into a resort like retreat equipped for entertaining your friends and family. One of the most popular trends in creating and defining a useful outdoor space is by constructing seat walls around the perimeter of your patio area. Not only does this define the area, but it also provides additional seating which comes in handy when you're entertaining large groups of people. Seat walls are also great for directing views, traffic flow and create focal points" within a yard. An added benefit too is the sense of enclosure or privacy that it adds. The enclosed area also minimizes any uncomfortable drafts which can also affect the enjoyment or operation of a fireplace feature. Enhance visual appeal with Pillars. Pillars offer up both visual and practical anchors for walls and/or gates. Lamps can be incorporated into the pillars as well to provide lighting and visual appeal. Incorporating retaining walls and pillars to enclose your patio or yard creates a stunning new look as well as adding great extra seating. Create a whole new dimension to your entertaining area with our custom-designed, hand crafted retaining walls that can be used as seating for your outdoor parties. The added pillars make great pedestals for other outdoor decorating touches, such as potted plants or flowers. A variety of columns can be created to accent an entry or terminate a sitting wall. |
Walkways
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Your walkway goes beyond curb appeal. It is a personal invitation to those who come to call. Bricks, pavers, steps and walkways become an integral part of any landscape project when directing traffic safely to a particular destination on the property.
Aguirre and Associates Landscape Contractors enjoys designing and installing brick pavers and various stone products in walkways, pool sites, patios and driveways. Our experienced staff works hand-in-hand with owners to ensure that the project exceeds their expectations. The preferred building material by many is by far brick or concrete pavers. A wide variety of colors and patterns allow you maximum creativity. Whether a traditional 4" x 8" clay brick or a modular contemporary plaza stone is required, clay brick or concrete pavers fit the bill. We will also help you select a color pattern that complements your home. Base preparation is the key to our success in providing long term durability. Over-building all base preparations is critical in maximizing the life of your hardscape project. Grade changes may be addressed by using various types of segmental wall products, boulders, or synthetic materials. |
Water Features
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Imagine water drops racing down to the bottom of your personally designed water feature, soothing and calming you with every drop of water. Water Features are as soothing and pleasant as they are hypnotizing. Much like natural water falls and flowing streams, water features truly dazzle anyone lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the beauty that they offer. The soothing and stress reduction benefits from water features is observed instantly.
Water gardens transform an outdoor living space into a beautiful paradise where you can relax, unwind, and enjoy quality time with family and friends. Water features become the focal point of any garden with their melodious tunes and natural ability to attract a variety of birds and butterflies. Whether you tuck a decorative fountain near the entrance of your home or create a backyard habitat with an ecosystem pond and waterfall, you’ll find each day enhanced when you waterscape your landscape. Whether you have an expansive lawn or a small yard, we'll design a water feature to suit your lifestyle and budget |