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Nature's Design

Landscaping, Mulch and Topsoil, Pavers and Hardscaping,

About us

We are a relatively small Design/Build Landscaping Company located in Oakland Ca. We love designing and building artful, unique, and functional spaces for our clients. My large demonstration garden that I have worked on for over 17 yrs now has been featured on numerous garden tours and recently painted by the East Bay Landscape Painters. It has been described as "amazing", "magical," and "inspiring" to name a few. It is always my desire and wish to have the same adjectives describing every garden we make.

Business highlights

42 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

We both design, build, and then maintain gardens we install. From the hardscaping: stone patios, decks, pathways, arbors, and fencing to artfully placed boulders and plants that are specially chosen for each garden we make. Our motto is make it look incredible, but also build it to last.

Services we don't offer

We do very limited concrete work, but have a concrete company that we work closely with.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.06 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
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0%
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-6 of 6 reviews

Dave J.
12/2019
5.0
landscaping, mulch, hardscaping
  + 1 more
Nature's Design does excellent work. Keith has made improvements to the yard to keep it looking great. It is a pleasure to look at the results of Keith and his staff.
Description of Work: Monthly maintenance and updates of yard

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Dave J.
04/2019
5.0
landscaping, mulch
  + 0 more
We have been working with Natures Design (Keith) for several years now and love the work he and his crew do. The yard looks great!!!! Where needed, he recommends updates to shrubbery. It is very pleasant to receive complements from the neighbors on how nice the yard looks... I would highly recommend Keith...
Description of Work: Maintenance of yard

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$159

Harvey Q.
03/2019
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Keith Stover is the owner of this landscaping company. We have worked with him in the last few years to re-landscape our front yard and our courtyard/entry way and have been extremely satisfied with the results. Keith is very knowledgeable about irrigation systems and about the various types of plants, bushes and trees. He worked closely with us to develop an overall landscaping plan that utilized some of the existing landscaping elements (large rocks, existing stairway, existing stonework etc.). After performing the necessary prep work (including installing a drip irrigation system), he would then bring various samples of plants for your review and final approval. His company performed the work in a timely manner and the price was reasonable. Highly recommended!
Description of Work: We re-landscaped our front yard and eventually our courtyard/entry way.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Nature's Design
Hi [Member Name Removed], Thanks for taking the time to write me a review. Very much appreciated. We've enjoyed working with you in [Member Name Removed] in creating a garden that you both can be happy to come home to! Best, Keith

Carolyn T.
04/2014
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Recently, we wanted to change the look of the front garden, removing the lawn to conserve water, and to incorporate more drought tolerant and native plants. Keith designed a garden that gave the front of our house a new look (ie., not the same garden now without grass). It incorporates low stone walls and new uses for our cobblestones, as well as drought tolerant plants. The new design enhances the front of our house, and we could not be happier with the outcome. Keith and his two able assistants did the stonework, plantings and installed the irrigation. Keith has a very good design sense and is meticulous in his work. I would enthusiastically recommend him for garden landscaping and design.
Description of Work: I have used Keith Stover of Nature's Design for over 20 years. Over that time, he has helped us maintain our plants and trees, advised us on changes needed in the yard, recommended arborists. He is very knowledgeable about plants, and what plants would do well in our San Francisco garden. He is also unafraid to admit that something he recommended is not thriving and offer a substitute. He has maintained an interest in our garden and worked with us on how our space could evolve. Several years ago, he designed and installed a new back garden, complete with terraces, arbors, new lighting and a water feature. This garden is a delight, and we are enjoying the hummingbirds and butterflies that visit the garden. I

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Carolyn T.
02/2014
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
I have been using Keith and his crew from Nature's Design for over 20 years, and have found the service to be top-notch and professional. Keith has a good knowledge of plants, trees and what they require to thrive in the garden. I rely on him to care for the plants, and discuss with me what is not thriving and what might be a better alternative. This is the service that has helped to maintain our garden in such admirable shape: caring about the plants and overall look and health of the plants. Keith has not only designed the current garden landscape, but laid the stone, built the trellises , and installed the lighting. I will continue to recommend him to people who want a lovely garden.
Description of Work: Keith and his staff were here to do the monthly maintenance of the garden. Since it was mid-winter, they pruned the roses and grasses, cut back the lilies, fertilized the soil and did the time-appropriate care of the plants.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Lynn F.
09/2013
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Keith Stover at Nature's Design has an outstanding aethetic sense. By moving and removing trees and plants, adding a patio, beautiful retaining walls and raised beds, he vastly improved the way we use our yard. He also rehabilitated a long broken water feature and designed a lighting scheme that makes our yard feel like a resort. He and his team communicated well, were very professional and friendly and had a great eye for detail. We gave Keith a budget and they came in on budget and exceeded our expectations.
Description of Work: Nature's Design built a al fresco dining area in our back yard, along with raised beds and a new irrigation system. We were so happy with their work that we've retained them for ongoing maintenance.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000

    Contact information

    4139 Rettig Ave., Oakland, CA 94602

    http://www.NaturesDesign.biz

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Licensed*

    Trade License Number
    556890
    Trade License Locale
    California
    Trade License Authority
    Contractor State License Board
    Trade License Expiration
    02/28/2017

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
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    Service Categories

    Landscaping,
    Mulch and Topsoil,
    Pavers and Hardscaping,
    Patios,
    Landscaping - Lighting,
    Masonry,
    Fencing,
    Decks and Porches

    FAQ

    Nature's Design is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Nature's Design accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    No, Nature's Design does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, Nature's Design offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Nature's Design does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Nature's Design does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, Nature's Design offers warranties.
    Nature's Design offers the following services: We both design, build, and then maintain gardens we install. From the hardscaping: stone patios, decks, pathways, arbors, and fencing to artfully placed boulders and plants that are specially chosen for each garden we make. Our motto is make it look incredible, but also build it to last.
    We do very limited concrete work, but have a concrete company that we work closely with.

    Contact information

    4139 Rettig Ave., Oakland, CA 94602

    http://www.NaturesDesign.biz

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 6:00 PM