Your La Selva Beach property deserves better than weekend battles with stubborn plants and skyrocketing water bills. You need a landscape that actually works with California’s coastal conditions—not against them.
That means smart plant selection that thrives in salt air. Irrigation systems that save water instead of wasting it. Outdoor living areas where you actually want to spend time, not just maintain.
When your landscape is designed right from the start, you get mornings on the patio instead of mornings replanting. You get compliments from neighbors instead of constant maintenance headaches. You get a property that adds real value, not just more work.
We’ve been designing landscapes in the Bay Area since 1975. That’s 50 years of understanding exactly what works in La Selva Beach’s unique coastal environment.
We’ve completed over 5,000 projects from Silicon Valley executives to local families. Every single one taught us something about microclimates, soil conditions, and what plants actually survive here long-term.
This isn’t our first coastal project. It’s our specialty. We know which materials handle salt spray, which irrigation zones prevent overwatering, and how to design outdoor spaces that work with La Selva Beach’s year-round outdoor lifestyle.
First, we come to your La Selva Beach property for an in-person consultation. Not a quick estimate—a real conversation about how you want to use your outdoor space and what’s been frustrating you about your current landscape.
Next comes our 3D design process. Using site measurements and photos, we create detailed visualizations so you can see exactly what your finished landscape will look like before any ground gets broken.
Then we handle everything else. Project management, contractor coordination, timeline oversight, daily progress updates. You get guaranteed start and completion dates—something most landscape companies won’t offer because they can’t deliver on it consistently.
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Your La Selva Beach landscape design includes comprehensive site analysis, 3D visualization technology, and detailed installation plans. Every project accounts for coastal wind patterns, salt exposure levels, and the specific soil conditions found in your neighborhood.
Plant selection focuses on species that thrive in La Selva Beach’s Mediterranean microclimate. That means less water, less maintenance, and plants that actually look better each year instead of struggling to survive.
Hardscape elements are designed for coastal durability. Materials that won’t deteriorate from salt air, drainage systems that handle winter storms, and outdoor living features built to last decades, not just seasons.
Our design process includes multiple revision rounds, contractor vetting, and full project management. If you choose one of our licensed contractors for installation, your design cost gets refunded since contractors pay us directly.
La Selva Beach’s coastal location creates unique challenges that most landscape designers don’t understand. Salt spray from the ocean affects plant selection and material choices. Coastal winds require different staking and support systems for new plantings.
The microclimate here is also distinct from inland Bay Area locations. You get more consistent temperatures but different humidity levels and soil composition. Plants that work perfectly in San Jose might struggle with the salt exposure and sandy soils common in La Selva Beach.
Drainage is another major factor. The area’s proximity to the water table and occasional winter storm patterns require specific grading and irrigation design to prevent both flooding and drought stress.
The initial consultation and site survey usually happen within a week of your first contact. From there, our 3D design development takes about 2-3 weeks, depending on project complexity and revision requests.
Most clients go through 2-3 design revisions before finalizing their plan. Each revision cycle takes about one week. The goal is getting the design exactly right before construction begins, which saves time and money during installation.
Once the design is approved, installation timeline depends on project scope and contractor availability. Typical residential projects in La Selva Beach take 1-3 weeks for installation, with larger projects potentially extending to 4-6 weeks.
Absolutely. Plant selection for La Selva Beach requires understanding salt tolerance, wind resistance, and the specific growing conditions created by coastal proximity. Not every “drought-tolerant” plant can handle salt spray.
We focus on California natives and Mediterranean species that naturally thrive in coastal conditions. Plants like lavender, rosemary, and native grasses that actually benefit from the marine layer and don’t require constant irrigation.
The goal is creating landscapes that look better each year, not landscapes that require constant replacement. That means choosing plants that are naturally suited to your specific location, not just what looks good at the nursery.
Our 3D design process starts with detailed site measurements and photography of your current landscape. This data gets input into specialized software that creates accurate digital models of your property.
From there, we develop multiple design concepts showing different layout options, plant selections, and hardscape elements. You can see exactly how mature plants will look, how pathways will flow, and how different areas connect together.
The final 3D renderings show your completed landscape from multiple angles and even include seasonal variations so you understand how the space will look throughout the year. This eliminates guesswork and ensures you’re completely satisfied before construction begins.
Our project management includes daily site oversight, progress updates, and direct communication with installation crews. You get guaranteed start and completion dates—something most landscape companies won’t offer because they can’t consistently deliver on schedule.
Each project has a dedicated project manager who handles contractor coordination, material deliveries, and quality control. You receive daily updates on progress and any issues that arise during installation.
Our goal is making the installation process completely stress-free for you. No surprise delays, no communication gaps, no wondering when crews will show up. Just steady progress toward your completed landscape.
Customer satisfaction is guaranteed through multiple checkpoints during our design and installation process. First, the 3D design phase ensures you’re completely happy with the plan before any construction begins.
During installation, daily oversight and progress updates catch any issues immediately rather than discovering problems after completion. Our project manager maintains direct communication with you throughout the process.
If any aspect of the installation doesn’t meet the approved design specifications, we correct it immediately. Our goal is delivering exactly what was promised in the 3D renderings, not just “close enough.” That’s why we use guaranteed completion dates and maintain such close oversight throughout every project.
Our Client's Reviews
Posted on Josh RubioTrustindex 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.Posted on Sam PetersTrustindex 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.Posted on Randy D. ThomasTrustindex 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.Posted on Laura FerranteTrustindex 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.Posted on Peter CoprivizaTrustindex 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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