Landscaping Services

Cornerstone Landscapes is a trusted name in landscape services across Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties for over 13 years, developing stunning residential and commercial landscapes. Our expertise is creating dream outdoor living spaces that enhance the beauty and value of your property. We offer comprehensive design-build services, encompassing both hardscape and landscape elements, for projects ranging from modest residences to expansive estates. Our commitment extends to beautifying your property in every sense, enhancing its use and appeal, increasing property values and significantly improving your quality of life through thoughtful outdoor design.

Landscape Design

Whether a formal garden, a tropical oasis, a chic modern outdoor space, or a sustainable and edible landscape, we bring your dreams to life with our own landscape design, or in collaboration with a landscape architectural partner. Weather you want to enhance the look of your outdoor space or want to add functionality, our team will help bring your vision to life.
Landscape Lighting

Elevate your outdoor experience with our sophisticated landscape lighting solutions. From uplighting that illuminates your trees and constructed features to pathway lighting for safety and elegance, our designs extend your outdoor "room" well into the night. Our systems are fully automated and accessible from your tablet or phone for ultimate convenience.
Landscape Architecture Partners

We partner with the best landscape design professionals to ensure your project is handled with precision and expertise. Our design process prioritizes the optimal use of space and adheres to your target budget, always complementing your home's architectural style. We maintain close collaboration throughout the construction process to guarantee the best results.

Front & Backyard Landscaping

From small-scale enhancements to large-scale transformations, we handle a variety of front and backyard landscaping projects. Our expertise includes tropical gardens, Mediterranean gardens, Japanese gardens, formal landscapes, modern landscapes, drought-tolerant and low-water gardens, cottage gardens, edible gardens and specimen tree planting.

Drainage & Irrigation

As drainage experts, we’re committed to responsible water management. We partner with civil engineers to implement effective drainage solutions, including bio-retention basins, bio-swales, and dispersion systems. Our services cover hardscape drains, landscape drains, French drains, and both pedestrian and vehicular drains. Our irrigation solutions employ the latest technology including weather-sensing controllers and flow sensors to prevent accidental overuse for responsible water management, fully automated and accessible from your phone or tablet.

Outdoor Features

Enhance your outdoor living with custom features designed to impress. We specialize in water features, fire features, fully equipped outdoor kitchens, and expansive outdoor living spaces that become the heart of your home.

Landscape Enhancements

Investing in professional landscaping offers a multitude of benefits, significantly enhancing your property's value and overall appeal.

A well-designed and maintained landscape can increase property values by up to 20%, while neglected landscapes can depreciate values by as much as 30%.
Beyond financial returns, landscaping increases the beauty and enjoyment of your home. Environmentally well-planned landscapes retain stormwater, reduce or eliminate erosion, and attract beneficial birds and pollinators.
Strategic planting can provide winter sun and summer shade, contributing to energy efficiency by lowering monthly water use with low-water plants and efficient irrigation.
Plants reduce street noise and provide increased privacy by screening unsightly views with foliage and flowers.

Ultimately, expanding your usable home space to the outdoors through thoughtful landscaping can increase the quality of life and well-being.

Cost & Maintenence

Determining the cost of a landscaping project involves considering all phases, from demolition and earthwork to drainage, constructed spaces, custom features, irrigation, landscaping, lighting, and more. Our open-book estimating process allows for clear cost options based on material choices; for example, comparing the cost of a natural stone versus a concrete and stucco retaining wall, a steel versus a wood pergola, or a gravel versus a flagstone driveway.

Ongoing landscape maintenance is crucial to protecting your investment and ensuring the landscape appreciates in beauty and value over time. Different materials and features will require varying levels of attention and cost for regular upkeep, and we'll discuss these factors with you to create a sustainable plan.

Why Choose Cornerstone Landscapes

At Cornerstone Landscapes, our core values of communication, integrity, excellence and fulfilling relationships set us apart. 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.

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