San Francisco Landscape Design
Landscaping inspiration from Bay Area gardens
San Francisco's coastal climate is well suited to outdoor living and gardening. Whether you are looking for a place to relax outdoors with family and friends or to grow plants and vegetables, you're sure to find great landscaping ideas from these San Francisco companies.
Small Urban Garden See how a tiny space was turned into a relaxing retreat in the middle of the city. This home features a garden with a patio, fountain and lawn, as well as a rooftop outdoor living space. Learn more about this project: Contemporary Urban Garden
Zen Courtyard Garden This garden was designed for a couple with an empty nest. It features a sitting nook and two water features. Learn more about this project: Courtyard Garden Offers a Place of Solace
Lawnless Family Garden This backyard was once nothing but patchy lawn and overgrown planting beds. Now it is a low-water landscape with a fire pit that the whole family can enjoy. Learn more about this project: Lawnless Family Garden
Coastal Estate LandscapeThis large property features a stunning lap pool with underwater speakers that takes advantage of breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. There's also a large lawn for hosting events. Learn more about this project: An Estate Landscape Inspired by the South of France
Outdoor Living RoomJust because you're outside doesn't mean you can't have indoor comforts. This Bay Area backyard is as cozy as an indoor living room with its comfortable seating, coffee table, fireplace and decorative accents.
Simple Built-in GrillIn space-limited urban gardens, simple is the way to go. Here is a basic built-in grill with ample counter space and storage cupboards. The horizontal boards used to face the grill's base structure create a crisp, modern look.
Functional Front YardThis Bay Area family wasn't afraid to break tradition by turning their front yard into a usable outdoor living space. The yard, which includes a fire pit and small lawn, sits below street level and has plants that provide additional privacy.
Grand EntranceSometimes a statement piece is just what a landscape needs. This gate, with its lighted stone columns, marks the entrance to this home in a memorable way. Consider welcoming guests with a clearly defined entrance of your own.
Fire & WaterWhen it comes to landscaping, water and fire make great partners. Combining these two elements is a trick of the trade. Here we see a fire pit with comfortable seating flanked by a tiered water feature covered in glass mosaic tiles.
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