Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Landscape Design Partner in Fresno
Founded in 2004 by Mariette Olsen, our landscape design firm brings over two decades of expertise to creating functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces. Mariette's passion for horticulture began in childhood and evolved through formal education at CSU Fresno and hands-on experience in the field. We specialize in collaborative design processes that engage clients throughout every project phase, from conceptualization to completion. Our team maintains strong relationships with trusted contractors across multiple trades to ensure seamless implementation of designs.Services span scaled landscape plans, hardscape elements, water features, and drought-tolerant solutions tailored to residential and commercial properties of all sizes. With hundreds of successfully completed projects, we've built a reputation for innovation and quality that continues to attract clients through word-of-mouth referrals.
Services
Landscape Design
Hardscape Installation
Drought-Tolerant Gardens
Outdoor Kitchens
Retaining Walls
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer collaborative design processes involving clients throughout every project phase
- Our team maintains relationships with trusted contractors across multiple trades
- We specialize in scaled landscape plans and hardscape installation expertise
- We provide drought-tolerant garden solutions tailored to California's climate
- Our founder brings 20+ years of professional experience in ornamental horticulture
Services
Landscape Design
Our comprehensive landscape design service creates customized outdoor environments tailored to client needs. We develop scaled plans incorporating aesthetic elements and functional requirements while maintaining budget parameters. The process involves collaborative decision-making to ensure final designs reflect client preferences and property characteristics.
Hardscape Installation
We specialize in hardscape elements including patios, walkways, and retaining walls. Our designs integrate structural components with natural elements to create functional outdoor living spaces. Projects incorporate materials like stone, concrete, and wood to enhance property usability and aesthetic appeal.
Drought-Tolerant Gardens
Our drought-tolerant garden solutions focus on sustainable water conservation through strategic plant selection and irrigation design. We create visually appealing landscapes using native and adapted plant species that thrive in California's climate while significantly reducing water consumption requirements.
Outdoor Kitchens
We design integrated outdoor kitchen spaces that extend living areas into exterior environments. Our designs balance functionality with aesthetics, incorporating durable materials and efficient layouts for cooking, dining, and entertainment areas within landscaped settings.
Water Features
Our water feature designs enhance landscapes with elements like ponds, fountains, and water walls. We incorporate these features to create visual interest and soothing ambiance while ensuring proper integration with surrounding hardscape and plant materials for cohesive outdoor environments.
People
Mariette Olsen
Founder & Lead Designer
Mariette Olsen established the company in 2004 after graduating with a degree in Ornamental Horticulture from CSU Fresno. Her career began with landscape installation firms before developing her own design practice. She brings extensive international experience from internships at Jardin des Plantes in Paris and projects across multiple continents.
Questions
What landscape design services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive landscape design services including scaled plans, hardscape elements, water features, and outdoor living spaces tailored to residential and commercial properties.
Do you handle both design and installation?
While we specialize in design, we maintain relationships with trusted contractors to ensure seamless implementation of our landscape plans and specifications.
Can you create drought-tolerant landscapes?
Yes, we specialize in drought-tolerant garden designs that incorporate native plants and efficient irrigation systems to minimize water usage while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Fresno, California and surrounding Central Valley communities for landscape design and consultation services.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We use collaborative design sessions to ensure client preferences guide every decision, from initial concepts through final implementation of their outdoor spaces.
