
Design Service
we don’t just design outdoor spaces, we create Spaces to make memories
Starting at only $900
Designs that are customized to your needs
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Botanical Plan
STARTING AT ONLY $900
🌱 Every great transformation begins with an idea. Let’s bring yours to life!
Elevate your outdoor space with professional landscape design in San Diego, California.✨ Here’s what we offer:
🧠 Custom Design Solutions – If you can dream it, we can design it
🧱 Hardscape Installations – Elegant patios, walkways, and retaining walls
🌵 Drought-Tolerant Landscaping – Eco-friendly, low-maintenance beauty
🌼 Native Plant Design – Sustainable, local plant choices that thrive
🍽️ Outdoor Kitchens & Living Spaces – Perfect for entertaining and relaxing
🏡 Backyard Renovations – Transform your yard into a stunning retreat
🔨 Expert Craftsmanship – Quality builds with attention to every detail
♻️ Sustainable Practices – Designs that respect and preserve the environment
🛠️ From concept to completion, we’re your trusted San Diego landscape designers — ready to create a space that’s beautiful, functional, and tailored to your lifestyle
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front and Sideyard
STARTING AT ONLY $1400
🏗️ Transform Your Outdoor Space with Expert Landscape Construction in San Diego
If you can dream it, we can build it. Let’s turn your vision into reality!🔨 Our Services Include:
🌿 Professional Landscape Construction – Built to last with top-quality materials
🧱 Hardscaping – Durable, stylish patios, pathways, and retaining walls
🔥 Fire Features – Cozy fire pits and outdoor fireplaces for year-round enjoyment
🍽️ Outdoor Kitchens – Cook, dine, and entertain in style
🏞️ Paver Patios – Elegant and functional outdoor flooring solutions
💧 Custom Xeriscaping – Water-wise landscapes with stunning curb appeal
🏡 Backyard Renovations – Complete transformations from the ground up
🏢 Residential & Commercial Projects – We serve homes and businesses across San Diego
♻️ Sustainable Building Practices – Eco-conscious construction at every step
⏱️ On-Time & On-Budget Delivery – We respect your time and investment
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Front, Back and Side Yards
STARTING AT ONLY $2400
🌿 Keep Your Outdoor Space Thriving Year-Round
Professional garden maintenance, lawn care, and landscape services you can count on!🧹 Our Expert Services Include:
✂️ Hedge Trimming – Clean, crisp lines for a polished look
🌾 Weed Control – Keep invasive plants under control
🍂 Seasonal Cleanups – Tidy and prep your garden for every season
🌱 Mulching & Soil Care – Boost plant health and moisture retention
🌸 Pruning & Plant Care – Promote growth and vibrant blooms
🌿 Regular Garden Upkeep – Consistent care for lasting beauty
🚜 Lawn Mowing Services – Weekly or bi-weekly, always on schedule
💧 Irrigation System Checks – Ensure efficient water usage
🏡 Residential & Commercial Maintenance – Tailored services for every property
♻️ Eco-Friendly Solutions – Sustainable care for a greener future
our premium Design Service
Starting at $3250
Ready to turn your yard into a luxurious, functional and relaxing outdoor oasis
Transform your outdoor space with a custom landscape design
Our expert design team will meet you on-site to evaluate your yard and develop a personalized plan that aligns with your vision, lifestyle, and budget. From concept to construction, we make it easy to turn your yard into the dream outdoor living space you’ve always wanted.
✅ Onsite Landscape Consultation & Site Walkthrough
Our professional designers visit your property to assess your existing layout, sun exposure, drainage, and topography, while discussing your specific goals and design style. This initial consultation ensures we create a site-specific, functional, and visually compelling plan.
✅ Custom 2D Master Plan & 3D Landscape Renderings
We provide a comprehensive 2D master plan along with high-resolution 3D renderings and animated flythroughs, allowing you to experience your landscape before construction begins. Visualize outdoor features, planting arrangements, and materials in real space and time.
✅ Expert Planting Plan & Material Selections
Our team hand-selects drought-tolerant plants, climate-appropriate trees, and durable hardscape materials suited to the San Diego environment. We focus on creating low-maintenance, beautiful landscapes that thrive year-round.
✅ Outdoor Lighting & Nightscape Design
Our lighting plans combine safety, ambiance, and curb appeal, using uplights, path lights, step lights, and accent fixtures to create a welcoming environment after sunset.
✅ Up to 3 Design Revisions Included
We offer up to three rounds of design revisions, giving you the freedom to fine-tune layouts, features, and material selections until the plan fully meets your expectations.
✅ Hardscape Design & Outdoor Architecture
We design and detail custom patios, pergolas, stairs, decks, fire pits, water features, walkways, driveways, and retaining walls, ensuring form and function blend seamlessly into your landscape.
✅ Outdoor Living Features & Amenities
Enhance your yard with premium outdoor features like built-in seating, outdoor kitchens, privacy fencing, shade structures, raised garden beds, and more custom-integrated into your design for optimal flow and usability.
✅ Transparent Estimates & Material Breakdowns
Receive a clear, itemized estimate including visual material callouts, labeled site plans, and cost breakdowns—so you can make confident, informed decisions with no hidden costs.
✅ Contractor-Ready Construction Plans
We deliver permit and contractor ready plans to our in-house build team at NEL Construction, ensuring a seamless handoff from design to execution. Prefer to use your own builder? Our plans are fully sharable and ready for any professional contractor.
✅ Bonus: Exclusive Discounts on Materials
Enjoy access to exclusive contractor pricing on plants, lighting, pavers, and more when you order through our approved suppliers—an added benefit to maximize your investment.
Let us help you design the outdoor space you’ve always imagined—schedule your landscape design consultation today and take the first step toward a more beautiful, functional, and water-wise outdoor living environment.
The design Process
Our Landscape Design & Build Process
At Nature’s Elements Landscaping, we believe every great outdoor space starts with a thoughtful process. With over 20 years of experience in custom landscape design and construction in San Diego, our team guides you from the initial idea to the final installation with expert care and creativity.
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Your journey begins with a comprehensive on-site consultation. Our experienced landscape designers take time to understand your goals, lifestyle, aesthetic preferences, and budget. Whether you're dreaming of a tranquil retreat, a modern outdoor kitchen, or a lush drought-tolerant garden, your input is the foundation of our design process.
Step 2: Site Analysis
We assess the unique characteristics of your property, including sun exposure, elevation changes, soil quality, drainage, and existing vegetation. This technical evaluation allows us to create a landscape plan that works with your environment—not against it.
Step 3: Concept Development
Using advanced design software, we develop a customized landscape concept that includes hardscape elements (patios, walkways, retaining walls), softscape features (planting palettes, garden beds), lighting plans, and more. We can even offer 2D and 3D design renderings to help you visualize your dream outdoor space in detail.
Step 4: Revisions & Feedback
Design is a collaboration. We present our initial concepts and encourage your feedback. Our team then refines the design based on your input—adjusting layouts, plant choices, materials, and features—until it perfectly aligns with your vision.
Step 5: Final Design & Proposal
Once your custom design is finalized, we present a detailed project estimate with clear pricing, material selections, and construction timelines. We value transparency and ensure you know exactly what to expect—no surprises, just peace of mind.
Ready to Break Ground
After approval, our licensed landscape contractors and skilled craftsmen begin building your new outdoor environment. From grading, irrigation, and drainage systems to hardscape installation, planting, lighting, and final finishes, we manage every aspect of the build. Our project managers provide regular updates, ensuring everything runs on time and to our exacting standards.
Experience the Nature’s Elements Difference
We don’t just create landscapes—we create outdoor experiences. With award-winning designs, premium materials, and a deep commitment to craftsmanship, we transform your yard into a living extension of your home. Whether you're enhancing curb appeal or creating an outdoor oasis, your dream landscape starts here.
Experience 100% Personalized Landscape Design—Tailored to Your Life
At Nature’s Elements Landscaping, we believe every exceptional landscape begins with outstanding design—and thoughtful construction to bring it to life. Since 2004, we've proudly served San Diego and surrounding communities with fully customized landscape and pool design, construction, and renovation services rooted in creativity, sustainability, and skilled craftsmanship. Each project is uniquely tailored to your property, lifestyle, and vision—because no two homes (or homeowners) are the same.
With over two decades of experience, our award-winning outdoor environments have transformed homes across San Diego, Coronado, La Mesa, and beyond. We specialize in turning ordinary spaces into extraordinary outdoor living areas that combine modern aesthetics with practical functionality. Through 3D landscape design, virtual walkthroughs, and expert planning, we help you visualize your future yard—before construction even begins.
As leaders in sustainable and Waterwise landscaping, we integrate:
Custom pool and spa design, including patios, decks, and water features
Artistic hardscape construction: pavers, concrete, stonework, and retaining walls
Expert plant selection using native and drought-tolerant plants for beauty and resilience
Landscape lighting systems that enhance safety and nighttime ambiance
Smart irrigation systems and proper grading for water efficiency and longevity
Complete landscape construction, from demolition and drainage to finish installation
Whether you're dreaming of a contemporary backyard retreat, a Mediterranean-style courtyard, or a full outdoor entertaining space with lighting, seating, and custom planting, our team is here to bring your ideas to life—with the tools, technology, and experience to make it seamless.
Our work has been proudly featured on KUSI Channel 51, ABC 10 News, NBC 39, and nationally on HGTV, the DIY Network, and in campaigns for Lowe’s Home Improvement and Country Time Lemonade.
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