We hired Tyler to design and install new landscaping in our back yard after building and ADU, and…read moreupgrade the front yard. We were very happy with all aspects of the project, both the design and the installation. Tyler communicated with us daily, his designer Juliana was very easy to work with, and Anselmo and the crew did excellent work especially on the new paving in the back yard.

We happen to live on Hallmark and I was walking our dog and noticed the landscaping on a yard with…read morea beautiful waterfall on the front of a home and a white pickup truck in the driveway. I discussed it with my Husband and we agreed that we needed someone to remove the current patio. I called Tyler and he came by to discuss the project. We agreed on the project which went smoothly and even more beautifully than we thought it would. His crew worked quickly and were very professional. The project went so well and looked so nice we asked Tyler to do some work in the front of the house. We appreciate the hard work, the design, and the compliments from the neighbors and our friends. We feel we received good value for the cost of the project, and we will be pleased with the outcome for years to come. Betty L

David and his team were excellent. David and Pablo were great communicators and did fast, quality…read morework. They kept the job site clean and we are very happy with our driveway.

I had a great experience working with this company. David Alfaro was very responsive and came out…read morepromptly to assess a concern I had with my stone patio. He took the time to explain that the stone is naturally layered and that some surface flaking over time is normal. After showing me the underlying layer, it was clear the stone itself was solid and that no repair was actually needed. I really appreciated David's honesty and integrity -- it would have been easy to recommend unnecessary work, but instead he explained what was happening and reassured me that the patio is in good shape. I'll absolutely keep their contact information for future projects and would not hesitate to recommend them.

Andre and team are top notch from start to finish. They worked on our project with scope and…read moreexpectations clear defined, and delivered excellent work. After the initial consultation with Luis, Andre provided a detailed quote with breakdown of all the items, labor cost, and materials. Their quote is not the cheapest but definitely the longest. I like how the quote had all the cost breakdown and specifics regarding choice of materials and scope of work. Another thing I wanted to highlight is the fact that Andre was able to propose something creative and different to enhance our existing design, so that we ended up with multi-tier retaining walls and re-using a lot of the existing boulders on the side. Our project involved a lot of demo / excavation on a steep hillside, building a large paved deck with railing + steps up and down. From start from finish, the crew worked every single weekday from 8am sharp to 5pm. There is no playing loud music, no messing around during lunch time, just super organized hard work and impeccable work ethic. Due to the difficulty to access the backyard, everything was done by hand, and the end result came out amazing. To our surprise, the entire project took LESS than two months! What a transformation! We look forward to hiring them for more work in the future.

I scheduled an appointment with GCSF for an on-site estimate. About 10 minutes after the scheduled…read moreappointment time, I received a call from the office saying the estimator had arrived, spoken with the residents, and then left. The problem was that I had been waiting at the correct location the entire time. Before the appointment, I had both verbally and in writing asked them to make sure they did **not** go to a different address in another town. The receptionist confirmed that the estimator had gone to the wrong address and assured me he would come to the correct one. Unfortunately, after waiting another hour, I never heard from the estimator or the office. My attempts to call the office also went unanswered. At that point, it became clear that no one was coming and no one was going to let me know. Mistakes happen, but what disappointed me most was the lack of communication and professionalism. GCSF wasted more than 90 minutes of my time and couldn't extend the courtesy of a simple phone call or update. Based on this experience, I can't recommend them.

I recently hired Steve Turner of Black Diamond for a comprehensive outdoor project that included…read morepavers, planting, and irrigation. They managed every aspect of the project with a high standard of quality and strict attention to detail. Design Expertise: The team was incredibly thoughtful during the planning phase. Their design insights optimized the layout of the hardscape and plants, resulting in a highly cohesive and functional outdoor space. Quality & Speed: The workmanship on the pavers is outstanding, with precise cuts and proper grading. The irrigation and landscaping were integrated seamlessly. In addition to the high quality, the team worked efficiently and completed the project as scheduled. Thoroughness & Cleanup: They were meticulous from start to finish. Once the work was completed, they performed a timely and thorough cleanup, leaving the entire property spotless. Reasonable Pricing: The pricing was highly competitive and fair, offering excellent value for the level of professionalism and quality delivered. I highly recommend Black Diamond for any detailed hardscape and landscaping projects.

Black Diamond PS&L installed artificial grass at my home on Stanford campus. The result is very…read moresatisfactory. The project manager was Steve Turner, who did nice work scoping out the project and explaining the process of installation. He diligently following the progress and addressed any needed alterations. The installation team consisted of Jose Perez and his son and daughter did a very impressive job of demolition, preparation and installation. They demonstrated artistry in their craftsmanship. The team was also very respectful of our property and left it clean and in good condition. I am pleased to strongly recommend Black Diamond and this particular team.

From start to finish, Liaison Landscapes exceeded my expectations. I had a vague concept of what I…read morewanted in a backyard, but I needed profession help! I had a list of must haves, wants, and aspirational items. Elliott was able to help design a project that we could work on in stages. I gave them a budget and we were able to get the majority of the things I wanted within the budget! The team was professional, courteous, and efficient! I can't believe how quickly they were able to finish the project, and they left the space neat and clean. I appreciate the flexibility when I wanted things moved or changed (even while the project was happening). I appreciate Markus' availability to review the work and his desire to make sure I was happy with the final results. If you are looking for a landscaping company to help you design your outdoor living space, and then bring it to life, Liaison Landscapes is your place!

TLDR: Find another landscaping crew…read more We used them for landscaping. The process started great. They communicated well and the team was friendly. However, execution was lacking. They planted some things that died quickly (that is fine, that happens) and others that were in shaded areas that require more light than they get; essentially not growing in months (that should not have happened). Additionally, they forgot some plants we had discussed and then required multiple follow-ups on my end to replace some that died. Finally, and this is what really made me give them a one star review, they recommended a new gravel for our stairs with an adhesive to keep it together. That adhesive failed. They changed their story multiple times on the cause of the issue depending on who on their team I talked to; field crew said it was them, owner said it was on the supplier...In the end, it was on me to pay them for a more powerful adhesive product and for another day of labor for a team to come back out to complete the job properly. Well, guess what, that adhesive is coming apart again after limited use. In all, poor choice of some plants / locations and subpar engineering work and terrible accountability. If you like to pay for other people's mistakes, by all means, use them.

We tried to schedule a 60 minute consultation with Matt with the intent of gauging whether we…read moreshould engage his full design service. We ran into some difficulties at the start due to a last-minute cancellation by Matt and some unresponsiveness through email. When we voiced our concerns, Matt really stepped up to ensure our concerns were met. He immediately refunded us for the cost of the service, and he offered to meet with us at no cost. We ended up taking a 30 minute video chat with him, and Matt was super helpful in explaining various options. When we realized that his typical project scope was a bit bigger than what we wanted to spend, Matt was very gracious in connecting us with other contractors and designers. Despite the early hiccups, we got the sense that Matt is a genuine guy who is more interested in doing the right thing rather than making quick buck. We really appreciate his thoughtfulness, and we will definitely consider engaging with his services again in the future!

We did a 75 minute Virtual Design consultation with Matt at Water and Earth earlier this year. Our…read morebackyard project wasn't quite large enough in size or scope for his full in-person design services. The virtual call was perfect for our project, we provided Matt with pictures of the backyard space as well as a video walkthrough. He took this information as well as our preferences for how we envisioned the space to be used to come up with a 2D design. He also recommended materials and local contractors. We contacted one of the contractors a few weeks later and finished the project with them in about 2 months. I highly recommend the Virtual Consultation for smaller projects with Matt. His feedback for our questions and experience with similar projects were very beneficial to starting this backyard project for us.

My wife and I worked with Karen on a landscape design project in early 2022. We engaged her for…read moreconsultation around what types of plants, trees and shrubs to include across our front and back yard spaces. We had specific goals around creating a landscape with colorful, drought tolerant, California-native options and Karen knocked it out of the park. Here is what we appreciated most about Karen: - She actively listened to our needs and responded with a wealth of ideas that she helped focus down with our input - She was well organized and highly responsive, using Houzz, Plant Master and documents to guide discussions. - She thoughtfully pushed our thinking and was detail-oriented as we moved from concept stage to making requests of our gardener and nurseries Lastly, we were very pleased with the range of packages/pricing she offered since we only needed consultation vs. end-to-end landscaping support. We highly recommend her!

We did a major landscaping/gardening project that felt daunting but thanks to Karen Hunt and San…read moreCarlos Garden Works we are absolutely thrilled with how everything turned out and how easy it was! Karen is extraordinary at what she does. She handled every detail and was so fun to work with! She helped us choose all the planting, helped with design, helped coordinate with my gardener (with whom I haven't had great communication with) for planting and drip systems, and was a terrific partner. She was quick and efficient and knowledgeable and joyful about the work. She was always accessible and very quick to respond. I was dreading doing this project but Karen made it a family event that we all enjoyed. I'm so proud of how my backyard looks now and would work with Karen every time and recommend her very highly.

Will and his team at Sequoia did a fantastic job on our front and back yard in San Carlos, CA. I…read moreparticularly like how they partner with you on design, mocking up plans of your space at a fraction of the cost of a landscape architect and then delivering the work quickly thereafter. While I love all the work they did, I was particularly impressed with their artificial grass installation. They did a flawless job installing, to the point where you would have no idea where the seam is between the 2 large pieces of grass they installed. Very impressive work. our project was done in less than 2 weeks which was also surprising. Couldn't recommend these guys more.

Mario, Darin, and the whole team were awesome! The design was great, the work was efficient and…read moremeticulously done, and the team was friendly and trustworthy. My family and I are really enjoying the newly designed front and back yards. Our neighbors were also impressed and will be working with this team for their landscaping. Highly recommend!