Concrete Contractors in Santa Barbara & Ventura

For over 13 years, Cornerstone Landscapes has proudly served the Santa Barbara and Ventura communities, transforming residential and commercial landscapes into beautiful and functional outdoor living spaces. Our roots in this unique coastal region guide our understanding of its diverse terrain and property needs. As local concrete contractors, we are passionate about helping homeowners and businesses imagine and create their dream outdoor environments, enhancing properties that have stood for generations or embarking on a new legacy.

Retaining Walls

Retaining walls are essential for maximizing usable space and providing critical structural stability for homes, gardens, paths, and patios. We specialize in poured concrete walls, offering a variety of sophisticated finishes including contemporary board-formed, stucco, or stone cladding. We also construct masonry block walls, which can also be finished with stucco or stone cladding to complement your property's aesthetic.
Paving & Driveways

Concrete is an exceptionally efficient and versatile material for driveways and parking areas that stand the test of time. Beyond its durability, concrete offers aesthetic flexibility. We provide a range of decorative finishes to perfectly match your desired look, from a natural sand-textured finish and smooth troweled, to artistic faux flagstone or faux tile designs that mimic those materials at reduced cost.
Patios & Walkways

Transform your outdoor living with beautifully crafted concrete patios and walkways. We create inviting spaces to connect your property, offering perfect settings for outdoor living and dining, serene sunrise or sunset patios, and ideal areas for entertaining guests. Our patios and walkways can feature a variety of decorative finishes to complement your home's style and meet your needs when it comes to your outdoor space.

Structural & Decorative Concrete

Concrete serves a dual purpose in construction: it provides essential structural integrity and offers vast decorative possibilities. Structural concrete refers to elements that are critical for stability, often found below ground or as part of retaining walls designed to stabilize a living space or structure. Decorative concrete pertains to the chosen finish and aesthetic appearance of the concrete surface. The beauty of concrete lies in its ability to combine both functions seamlessly. For instance, a structurally sound retaining wall can also feature a stunning decorative finish, ensuring both essential support and enhanced curb appeal.

Concrete Foundations and Inspections

The structural integrity of your outdoor living space relies on its foundation. Cornerstone Landscapes provides expert concrete foundation services, focusing on wall foundations, caissons (concrete piers), and grade beams for outdoor elements. We collaborate closely with geologists, structural engineers, and select subcontractor specialists ensuring that all our work meets the highest standards and passes inspections with City or County authorities, guaranteeing the long-term stability and safety of your property.

Our Process: From Vision to Reality

Embarking on a hardscaping project with Cornerstone Landscapes is a streamlined and collaborative journey:

Clarify Vision: We begin by thoroughly understanding your vision, including the desired use of the space and your aesthetic preferences.
Conceptual Design with Preliminary Estimate: With an architectural partner we develop conceptual designs with a preliminary estimate to clarify the scope of work and ensure alignment with your budget.
Value Engineering: If necessary, we employ value engineering to maintain design integrity and your vision while exploring cost-reducing options through material choices and design alterations.
Formal Landscape Design: We proceed with a detailed, formal landscape design, outlining every element of your outdoor space. This includes the work of geologist, structural and civil engineer when necessary.
Planning and Permitting: With our architectural partner we obtain building permits, when necessary.
Detailed, Open Book Costing: Before execution, we provide a detailed, open-book costing for all phases of the project, ensuring complete transparency.
Execution of the Project: Finally, our skilled team executes the project with meticulous care, bringing your dream outdoor space to beautiful completion.

Cost & Maintenence

The cost of your hardscaping project is determined by a variety of factors, ensuring a tailored solution that fits your vision and budget. We consider all phases, including demolition, earthwork, drainage, the construction of custom spaces, unique features, lighting, and more.

Concrete construction is designed to be low or no-maintenance. This can include seasonal cleaning and power washing to keep surfaces pristine or periodic sealing of patios and driveways to protect against the elements.

Why Choose Cornerstone Landscapes

At Cornerstone Landscapes, our core values of communication, integrity, excellence and fulfilling relationships are the foundation of everything we do. We strive to provide a refreshingly positive experience throughout the entire construction process.

Open Book Estimating: We believe in complete transparency. Our open book estimating provides options for material choices and a clear expectation of all costs before any work is executed, ensuring you're always informed.

Expert In-House Crew: With our courteous and professional crew, we ensure consistent quality and accountability for a seamless project flow on time and on budget.

Comprehensive Project Oversight: We provide expert project oversight and dedicated project management, including teaming with the best geologists, structural and civil engineers, and carefully selected subcontractors when necessary to ensure every detail is handled with precision.