Yes, if you already have a trusted contractor and just need the design, we're happy to help. That said, our clients who choose Herencia for the full design-build experience consistently tell us it was the best decision they made. When the team that designs your space is the same team that builds it, nothing gets lost in translation, and the result shows.

Every project quote is unique to your home and vision. We recommend scheduling a discovery call with us to learn more.

We specialize in what we like to call Mediterranean warmth meets California ranch design. We leverage drought-tolerant plants, natural materials, and organic textures. We like to create spaces that feel warm, welcoming, and lived-in, and that work with the natural landscape, not against it.

Most designs are completed within two to three weeks of the on-site consultation, depending on the scope and complexity of the project. For larger projects with a full 3D rendering, allow a little additional time to make sure every detail is right.

A 2D CAD design is a precise overhead plan of your space, showing layout, dimensions, plant placement, and materials. A 3D rendering takes it further, giving you a photorealistic visualization of your finished yard so you can see exactly how it will look before we build. Most clients who choose the 3D option are very happy with the choice because it removes all the guesswork and gives everyone complete confidence before breaking ground.

For most residential landscape and outdoor living projects, a landscape designer is all you need. A landscape architect is typically required for new construction, significant structural changes like major retaining walls, or projects that need to go through a formal permitting process. If you aren't sure what your project needs, we'll let you know at the on-site consultation.

Absolutely. Many of our clients choose to design both spaces together so the aesthetic flows seamlessly from the street to the backyard. We'll quote the front and back independently so you can choose to do both at once or phase the project over time.

It's very likely! And we love helping clients take advantage of it when it makes sense. California's Be Water Wise program offers rebates for homeowners who replace their lawn with drought-tolerant or native landscaping. We're listed as a certified installer on the Be Water Wise and CalScape directories, so we know the process inside and out. Ask us about it on your discovery call.

That's exactly what the design review is for. We walk through every detail together and refine until the design feels completely right. Nothing moves to the build phase until you've given your full approval.

Most landscape and outdoor living projects don't require permits. For those that do, such as significant retaining walls, structures attached to the home, or projects requiring gas or sewer line work, we'll identify that during the consultation and guide you through exactly what's needed.