Welcome to Lakota Design Group.

Residential Landscape Design and Construction Services in The San Jose, CA

Our landscape designers in The San Jose, CA, create residential outdoor spaces around your property’s architecture, layout, and everyday needs. From Art Deco-inspired landscapes to contemporary outdoor designs, we combine planting, pavers, turf, and landscape lighting to create a cohesive setting where every element works together.

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50 Years of Experience

Knowledgeable Experts

Flexible Availability

Competitive Pricing

About Us

Experienced Landscape Architect in The San Jose, CA, Creating Custom Designs

Lakota Design Group is a locally owned landscaping company in The San Jose, CA, dedicated to creating residential outdoor spaces with purpose, character, and lasting appeal. We bring together landscape design, garden planning, lighting, pavers, turf, and construction to deliver cohesive environments customized to each property. Our approach begins with understanding your vision, site, architecture, and lifestyle before developing a thoughtful layout direction. With knowledge across landscape project management, 3D visualization, material selection, and project coordination, we guide each project from concept through completion.

We prioritize clear communication, considered design decisions, quality materials, and careful execution at every stage. Our goal is to create outdoor settings that feel naturally connected to your home while reflecting how you want to live and enjoy your property.

Complete Landscape Design and Construction Services for Residential Spaces

From outdoor design and project management to landscape construction, we approach every project with precise planning, smooth execution, quality materials, and careful attention to detail.

Our Process

From understanding your vision to completing the installation, each step follows a clear plan designed for smooth project progression.

Understand Your Vision

We meet with you to understand your goals, property, lifestyle, preferences, and expectations, establishing a practical foundation for your landscape project.

Plan Your Landscape

Our experts develop the landscape concept through site assessment, spatial planning, material selection, planting considerations, and visual direction specific to your property.

Finalize Project Details

We refine the approved design with you, confirming layouts, materials, features, specifications, and project requirements before construction and installation begin.

Manage Project Execution

We manage construction activities, schedules, materials, and project details while monitoring progress to ensure the approved landscape plan turns accurately into reality.

Why Choose Us

Our residential focus allows us to understand the details that define successful home landscapes. We consider architecture, site conditions, outdoor activities, proportions, and personal preferences to develop designs that feel appropriate for each property rather than relying on standard solutions.

Our 3D design technology gives homeowners a realistic view of proposed outdoor spaces before work begins. With this, you can better understand proportions, layouts, materials, planting arrangements, and spatial connections, making it easier to review concepts and make informed design decisions.

We build our process around your property, priorities, and expectations. From early discussions through project completion, we maintain responsive communication and careful planning, giving you a clear understanding of decisions, progress, and key details throughout the landscape development process.

We keep communication clear and consistent from the initial discussion through project completion. By understanding your priorities and addressing your questions, we provide thorough guidance while ensuring important decisions, expectations, and project details are clearly understood.

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Residential Landscape Designs for Personalized Garden Spaces

Lakota Design Group provides residential landscaping services in The San Jose, CA, for homeowners seeking well-planned outdoor areas that serve distinct purposes. We develop front-yard layouts that improve entrance, backyard settings for dining and entertaining, and garden spaces that support planting and seasonal interest. Our landscape designers coordinate hardscapes, pavers, landscape lighting, turf, and plant selections according to the site and intended use. We plan circulation and spatial relationships so each area serves a clear function while complementing the home’s architecture. For established yards and new developments alike, our home landscaping services create structured outdoor environments where planting, hardscape features, and living areas work together naturally.

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Explore Our Home Landscape Portfolio

Browse our project gallery to discover distinctive residential settings, from refined garden compositions and inviting patios to carefully detailed pathways, planting, and outdoor features.

We Are Servicing in San Jose And Surrounding Areas

Lakota Design Group actively serves homeowners and businesses across Santa Clara, Cupertino, Campbell, Milpitas, Los Gatos, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Los Altos, Saratoga, and Fremont. Our staff is ready to come to your property in Santa Clara, San Mateo, Santa Cruz, or Alameda County and do the same high-quality work that we do on every assignment.

Give Your Property a New Outdoor Direction

Reach out to our residential landscape architect in The San Jose, CA, to discuss your project. Share your vision, review potential design directions, and move forward with a clear plan for your outdoor space.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I see the proposed landscape before construction begins?

Yes, our 3D design technology can help visualize layouts, materials, planting arrangements, outdoor living areas, and other proposed features before implementation.

Do you design both front yards and backyards?

Yes, landscape planning can address front entries, backyard spaces, side yards, gardens, patios, pathways, and connections between different outdoor areas.

What landscaping features can you include in my design?

Depending on your property and goals, plans may incorporate planting, pathways, pavers, hardscapes, landscape lighting, turf, and screening.

What if I want a specific lawn style?

You can bring a preferred aesthetic, such as Mediterranean, traditional, contemporary, Art Deco, or old-world cottage. We can develop the design around that visual direction.

Will I receive updates during the project?

Yes, we maintain clear communication about progress, scheduling, decisions, and important project developments.

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   Sheila Redd 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If  I could have given more than 5 stars, I certainly would have.
I have a beautiful wisteria plant that is supported by a pergola. The pergola was on its last legs, literally. I needed someone who would know how to save my wisteria and build a new pergola.
Larry came and explained in detail what it would take to accomplish this. We signed a contract. Larry came with his workers, who were excellent, and, voila, I had a new, beautiful pergola. I was so pleased I asked Larry if his company did fences. Another contract, and I have a new fence. I am so pleased and grateful to Larry. Any work I need going forward and Larry and Lakota Design Group are my number one choice. Thank you so much.
  
 
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   Michelle Hoffman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Larry and team did a fabulous job on our project--from design, to installation to completion. They also went above and beyond to ensure safe access to the house while the work was being done.
  
 
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   Norm Wood 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our backyard was established over 35 years with trees, roses, gardens, wooden decks, . and children play areas. Termites, wood rot, general earth movement took their toll. We wanted a safer, and cleaner design without impacting the mature gardens and established plants. We had no idea what we wanted.
Lakota Design provided that insight. They inspected the backyard, asked questions,took pictures, provided an initial design, reviewed the design layout, provided an estimated cost, and revised the design based on the input. The final design was put out for bid. We selected Lola’s Landscape and associate of Lakota Design. The contractor and crew were knowledge, experienced, and friendly. Lakota Design continued to be present throughout the project.

We ended up with what we wanted. It looks great, and it’s easier to maintain.
  
 
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   Damon Ennis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lakota Design Group did our front yard, back yard, and driveway / walkway hardscape addons. White glove treatment - every meeting on time, clear and prompt communication. Attention to detail that is second to none! Larry also treated our money like it was his and presented multiple options. The contractors were polite, punctual, and cleaned up every day. Extremely pleased!
  
 
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   Josh Rubio 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Larry was absolutely fantastic to work with and his design was incredible. He was very detailed, thorough and graciously interactive with our vision, and produced a masterpiece for us. Total dream come true for our project.
  
 
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   Sam Peters 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I hired Lakota Design Group to re-do my Front and Backyard landscaping. During the design process, Larry listened to all of my requirements & incorporated them. He showed me multiple options, and really worked with me to create an amazing design. We used one of his recommended contractors to install our project and Larry managed it all. They did great work, kept our property clean, and finished ahead of their estimated completion date. We are extremely happy with the final product. I strongly recommend Lakota Design Group for your landscape design and construction needs.
  
 
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   Randy D. Thomas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently hired Lakota Design Group to redesign our front yard. We needed a complete removal and replacement of both our hardscape and plants. Larry did an excellent job on the design. He was very patient with us as we made revisions and provided guidance throughout the process to help us choose a design style that we loved. Larry also recommended a contractor who gave us a reasonable price compared to other bids we received. Larry managed the installation from start to finish, making it effortless on our part. Larry's team completed the installation in just eight days, and the final result is fantastic! I highly recommend Larry and Lakota Design Group for your landscaping needs.
  
 
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   Laura Ferrante 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had our front and back yard done by Larry and his team. Larry is very meticulous and detail oriented. He was very patient in taking my landscape ideas and then creating my dream landscape. We used one of his suggested contractors and are extremely happy with the outcome. We really enjoyed having Larry manage the project as we didn’t have to do a thing. Larry always kept us in the loop, supervised the progress, ensuring our satisfaction and meeting the agreed timeline. I would highly recommend Lakota Design Group for their landscape design and contracting services.
  
 
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   Peter Copriviza 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am very happy with Larry’s design and creativity.  His videos and graphics really helped the decision process.  Jose and the team at Loya’s Landscaping are excellent craftsmen.  They are hard workers who kept a clean worksite.  I am very satisfied with the end product!
  
 
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   Laura Ferrante 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had our front and back yard done by Larry and his team. Larry is very detailed, organized, and meticulous. He was very patient with us and took our few landscaping ideas and then created our dream landscape. We used one of his suggested contractors for the installation and are extremely happy with the outcome. We really enjoyed having Larry manage the project installation as we didn’t have to be involved. Larry always kept us in the loop, ensuring our satisfaction, and meeting the agreed timeline. I highly recommend Lakota Design Group for their landscape design and contracting services.
  
 
  
  
 
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