We are very happy with the complete landscaping of our backyard. Opulands transformed a dead area of our backyard into an oasis for my family. Almost everything you see in the picture was done by Opulands and although the plants have not grown to cover the ground, lattice and arbor, I'm confident it will be a little slice of heaven in 1-2 years. I wouldn't hesitate to use them in the future. read more

Opulands Landscape Design & Construction - The white power cord and camera is there to see who's eating my veggies. It's only temporary. - Landscaping Near Me - Campbell, California

Steven from Opulands oversaw our backyard remodel project and did a great job at that. He and his crew worked with us through all the steps of the project. It had several phases and included various elements including pavers, a deck, plants, lawn, irrigation, spouts, electric and lights. We are very happy with the result and with the professionalism of Steven and his crew. Big attention to detail to deliver what we had planned without surprises. read more

Opulands Landscape Design & Construction - Landscaping Near Me - Campbell, California

Our family engaged Opulands Landscape Design for a complete backyard remodel this Spring and Steven, the owner, was our designer and project manager. Overall they were extremely professional and did phenomenal work with our backyard and transformed it in less than 4 weeks. This included demolition, hardscaping, installing turf, planting trees/plants, installation of pergola, water fountain, fire pit, plumbing, electrical and outdoor lighting installation. We had interviewed 4 other landscape contractors before finding Opulands Landscaping. To our surprise and counter to our expectation, they came in, right in line with the other 4 contractors while Steven was the only one who provided us with a detailed design, which made us feel as if we were on the same page from the first time we discussed the project. What we particularly liked was that he listened carefully and every conversation with Steven was two-way. His ideas were very creative and original and the design represented exactly what we discussed while the build out far exceeded our expectation. From the moment the project started it became clear that Steven is not satisfied unless they achieved the highest quality standards.  He is a very accountable person and will not cut corners to get the project completed. He takes great pride in his work and his crew is simply top notch. His crew had a habit of keeping the area clean and hazard-free at all times. After completing the job, they meticulously cleaned the space leaving every but as tidy as before the project was started. Thank you Opulands for a job very well done!! We love our new backyard! Before and After pictures can be found on Yelp or google (Look for the pictures with a fountain statue, a pergola and paver patio). read more

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I hired Steven last year and have him clean up a big mess of a job to rid my backyard of an old patio, spa tub and cracked concrete. Steven did a wonderful turnkey job demoliting the old backyard and designing and building one from scratch. Yes there were delayed a bit, and did have a 10% or so increase in price due to unforeseen additions I wanted but didn't realize it earlier, but Steven was honest throughout the process and the entire experience was great. It was the best value and best engagement I had in this line of business. L read more

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We had a great experience with Opulands. I always say that an excellent customer experience is delivered not only when there are no issues along the journey, but when there is a problem and the business responds right away with a solution that satisfies the customer. Steven was in every detail, truly best in class customer service. He took the time to help and advise us all the way from project quote and design up to post-construction. Steven always showed honest and empathic to our needs and budget. I highly recommend Opulands for outdoor projects. read more

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Steven and his crew rock! We did a total backyard remodel with them and I cannot recommend highly enough. They are honest, hard working and talented. The finished product is picture perfect. Highly recommend. read more

Steven, Jose, and the team at Opulands did a great job on my new paver driveway and retaining wall in my front yard. The job took 2 weeks and the results look terrific. The Opulands team was very easy to work with, they asked questions when clarity was needed, used all the right tools, kept the job site clean, ensured a port-a-potty was onsite for the workers, and were very professional. I would recommend the Opulands team to do any paver project!! Good luck with your next paver project. read more

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I am so happy we found Steven. He is very professional, experienced, and has a calm manner that put me at ease. He has competitive rates, he was able to start within a month, and he redid our entire driveway, lawn and patio of our corner lot in just three weeks. I went in with a pretty good idea of what I wanted for the front yard, and I loved how he listened carefully, made helpful suggestions, but didn't push anything onto us. I don't have a design background so he was really able to bring my vision to life. For instance, I knew I wanted a sitting wall to line the patio and what that would look like, but he suggested the shape and distance from the house that was different than what I thought, but made perfect sense and now I love the look and feel of the space. I have to admit that I sent him texts and emails quite often with specifics of what I wanted and I'm sure it was annoying, but I really wanted everything to be just right. He always responded right away and didn't seem put off by my frequent changes regarding small details. I trusted that since he had been in the business so long that he would find the very best people to put in the pavers, sitting wall, and artificial grass, and I was right. I loved Jose, the foreman. He is fast and has great attention to detail. He did some things that I hadn't actually communicated to Steven, but that I did want. He just really knows how to lay out everything so it looks aesthetically pleasing. And thank God for that since we didn't hire a designer. We also loved how respectful Steven was with Jose and his team. They seemed to have a great rapport. We're just so happy with how everything turned out, and we plan to use him again when we redo the backyard. read more

Opulands Landscape Design & Construction - They put in the pavers, stones, sitting wall, artificial grass and steps. We couldn't be happier! - Landscaping Near Me - Campbell, California

We hired Opulands for our backyard / front-yard do-over project based on recommendations from office colleagues. Having talked to a few other landscape design/constructions folks - we were quite a bit apprehensive initially. After speaking with Steven though, we were convinced he was the right man for the job. His attention to detail was clear from the get go. A big shoutout to the landscape designer - Dawn Engel who Steven frequently works with. Dawn did a pre-screening zoom call with us and understood the scope of project and the requirements. Shortly after a subsequent in-person visit later she had a first draft of the overall re-design. At the end, we were very pleased with Dawn's design, her choice of plants as well as her knowledge and experience which helped us with making quick decisions. Back to Steven - When the design was ready, we reached back and got a bid. During the discussions, we did change the overall plan ever so slightly based on Steven's recommendations (spoiler: totally worth it!!). Steven's crew was extremely professional and the work was completed as per the original estimate of 3 weeks. The crew was very diligent, and performed work timely. They were very easy to interact with when we had to make on the spot modifications. They ensured that the job-site was always cleaned up and left safe and hazard free. The end result was absolutely professional looking yard that frankly went beyond our expectations. We had an extensive new paver work done as well as re-doing pavers in a few places which were left uneven from previous work. Apart from pavers, the crew ended up planting over 5 dozen trees and shrubs, setting up drip sprinklers, landscape lighting and then covering the whole area with mulch. Steven visited the site every day to keep an eye out on progress, provide status updates and answer questions if any. We found Steven very approachable and easy to communicate with. He listens and gives valuable feedback which is quite important relationship to have - espl. in a high-value project like the one we had. He is someone who is deeply passionate about the landscape work and will ensure that the work is always done right, on time and with the highest quality. In summary, we were extremely happy working with Steven and crew and I'd recommend Opulands for your yard project without any reservations. read more

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This was my first experience involving a backyard renovation. Luckily, Steven and his crew at Opulands held my hand, and answered all of my questions and concerns as they walked me through the process. Opulands was able to take my general idea and concept, and turn it into a reality, and all within budget! They turned my patch of dead grass into a beautiful Victorian paver-stone patio with pergola boardered by a dogleg left! During the COVID, my elderly father was unable to frequent the links the way he used to, so we brought the course to him, and he loves it! We can't wait to share our new backyard with our friends and family! If you're in the market for some excitement and change with the space you already have, have Steven leverage his expertise and experience on your behalf to explore the potential of your yard in becoming your own personal wonderland (or par 3 golf hole!) If your situation was anything like ours, you'll be glad you took a look at Opulands! read more

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Steven and his team did a phenomenal job of designing & installing pavers in our front yard. Highly recommend them to anyone who is looking at landscaping improvements for their home. Design & Budget: Steven was the main designer for the project, and he worked with us to prepare a design that really worked for our frontyard & our budget. He iterated on designs with input from us, and showed us a rendering so that we could understand the final project better. Of all the quotes that we got, the quote from Opulands was by far the most complete & best value for money. Installation: The crew that installed the pavers was just excellent. They were on time, respectful to us & our neighbours, and did a really class, high quality job. Our front yard was a challenging installation because of multiple grade issues, but the crew did a great job & it looks fantastic! Adjustments: There were a couple of adjustments that we had to make as the project went ahead, which is expected in any large project. Steven did a great job of sharing us the context (e.g. different pavers because of grading issues), without putting any pressure on us to change or accept his decision. In the end, we went with all recommendations, and they were all spot-on! Overall: We are very impressed by the job this team has done, and we highly recommend them for anyone's landscaping needs. We have had a few neighbours stop by our place to inquire about the landscaping. We couldn't be happier with the work! read more

Opulands Landscape Design & Construction - Landscaping Near Me - Campbell, California

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We worked with Steven and Opulands on the re-landscaping of both our front- and backyard. They did a great job. From working with us to define a vision and providing creative ideas, to repairing maintenance issues and recommending awesome subcontractors, they saw us through the end-to-end experience, and we're thrilled with the results. Highly recommend! read more

IMPORTANT SEE PHOTOS: Hiring Opulence Landscaping was the biggest mistake of my life. Steven van Dongen is not only incompetent but extremely dishonest. His company is all smoke and mirrors. He's a general contractor trying to pawn himself off as a design build company. He has NO employees and NO crew. All work is done by subcontractors. You have absolutely no idea who will do your work, basically playing roulette. Our estimate with Steven was $145K. The last 3 weeks of the project he became so desperate for more money, he suggested everything possible to increase costs, recommending a pergola for 20K, a fireplace for $18K, surround sound $10K. He went as far as forging our signatures on electronic documents to increase fees!!! When I told him to knock it off, he deleted them within a minute but I already saved electronic copies, hard copies, and photos. We have proof of EVERYTHING. Things got so downright creepy and disturbing the final week, we paid him off in advance to get him off our property. We ask for a final bill showing a zero balance and he sent us an email stating he wouldn't give us one unless we promised to NOT leave reviews. Intimidating his clients, admitting his guilt, and totally illegal See photo. Unlicensed Sub-Contractors: He used UNLICENSED subcontractors including an electrician to do work on our project. They have no contractor license, no liability insurance, and no workmen's comp insurance!!! He has you pay them directly so you are the one to get sued. You could be jeopardizing the health, safety, and finances of your family if you hire Opulence Landscaping. Leftover Materials: His incompetence cost us 10K in extra natural stone pavers and wall block. We were left with 4 full pallets of stone See photo. We increased the height of a retaining wall which only took 20 blocks and he ordered 45!!! This guy has ABSOLUTELY no idea what he is doing and you will pay the price for his incompetence. He refused to return the material so we could get a refund. He gave the materials we paid for to other contractors. Wood chips: 6 cubic yards were used at $76 per yard. 76x6=$456.00. Steven tried to charge us 7,600.00. Yes 7.6K. No that is NOT a misprint. Plants Charges: 1 gallon(g) $39, 5g $95, 15g$395, 24-inch box tree $975, and $844 for 4 small flats of groundcover. No that's not a misprint!! Within a month I have plants dying because the root balls are sticking out of the ground at least 4 inches See photo. Lightening: 9K for lighting and 50% of lights are either crooked or so loose they are falling out of the ground. Don't jump on a sinking ship. This one is going down faster than the Titanic. Good luck if you hire Opulence Landscaping because you are going to need it. read more

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We met Steven from Opulands in Los Gatos at the rotary. Steven came over the next day and spent over several months a lot of time with my husband and I designing what turned out to be an awesome new backyard. We love the paver patio, fire pit, smoker and BBQ island. My 2 year old son is in love with the lawn, seating benches and his new play area. read more

We just completed a full back yard patio installation and landscaping project using Opulands. We met with Steven several times to design the patio and work out the plan. He was then involved selecting the pavers with us and getting us in contact with the right person to select plans for the landscape. Once the work started, the team was very hardworking. I couldn't believe how quickly the old deck disappeared! Steven was constantly involved and making sure the project was on track. As soon as you talk to the team, it's obvious they have a lot of experience and really know their stuff. I joked with him that no project plan survives intact, so, I was very pleased how the team reacted to the inevitable adjustments. It was very reassuring to discuss modifications to the project, get meaningful feedback and then be confident that it will be done correctly. Overall, a very pleasant and professional experience. And we're delighted with the result. read more

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We worked with Steven and the Opulands team on a complete front yard transformation. We removed driveway, small retaining wall, all landscaping, lighting and irrigation. Steven was always very responsive from our first interaction with him. He helped us to design a clean and modern look for our space. We worked closely with him to make adjustments to stay within our budget. The team moved at a nice pace to keep the project moving and finish in ~4 weeks that Steven had projected. The crew kept the job site clean and was always conscientious. We worked closely with them during implementation to get all the details just right. Steven was very engaged throughout the project and worked closely with the on-site crew to fine tune the design. We were impressed by the follow through and level of engagement throughout the project and the teams ability to meet deadlines. We would welcome the opportunity to work with Steven and the Opulands team on future engagements. read more

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Steven and the crew at Opulands really take care of their clients and create some gorgeous gardens in the process. I am a landscape designer who works with Steven on some of his projects, and I can attest to the fact that he is a fantastic landscape contractor. Everything turns out even more beautiful than I imagined! And they work so efficiently! Believe all of his 5-star reviews when they speak highly of Steven and Opulands--they know what they're talking about! read more

From beginning of the landscape and garden design to completing the construction, Steve and his crew did an excellent job. We were very satisfied with our new water-conserving garden. read more

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Steven and his crew transformed our backyard! Right from the start Steven was very helpful, from presenting design options to choosing material Steven was very helpful. The project date was set, and Steven kept us updated throughout. Once the project started Steven and his crew were awesome. Marvin his foreman ensured that everything was done to the specifications. The crew were very detail oriented and and ensured that after every workday the site was cleaned up. When we wanted a few design changes, Steven worked with us to ensure all our needs were met. A wonderful experience working with Steven and his crew. We love our backyard! read more

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TLDR: Steven and Opulands gave an amazing facelift to my backyard and did so in a very efficient, cost effective manner. I took multiple quotes from various contractors and Steven's quote came out to be among the most competitive ones; it provided the good value at a reasonable cost. DETAILS: Initial Meeting and project planning Our backyard was practically unusable and had last been remodeled 20+ years back. We wanted to get some paver stones installed along with steps and a retaining wall around the perimeter where we could plant some shrubs etc. During the initial meetings Steven spent a considerable amount of time with me trying to understand our needs and measuring the area. No other contractor who had come for an estimate had done that. Implementation Once we had finalized the scope of the project, my wife and I met Steven at his materials supplier store where we selected the stone type/finish etc. Steven was able to begin our project within 10 days from the date of the finalization; again something that most other contractors were unable to offer. Most of them had long wait times. The crew, led by Marvin was very respectful to us and our neighbors. There were few places in the project where we had to update the initial design and scope due to the varying gradient and other factors. For most of these, we went with Steven's recommendations and have no complaints about those. Steven and Marvin were always reachable and constantly communicating about the project goals and progress. All in all, the whole process, despite its scale went pretty overall. Steven was able to deliver on his estimated project timeline of 3 weeks (plus a few days because of rain related delays). Feedback and customer service Opulands has been a sheer pleasure to work with. This was my first experience with a landscaping project and I feel really content with the outcome. Many colleagues, friends and family have commented on the amazing job and are now planning to get in touch with Steven to see if he can help them do the same. Steven has promised 5 years of workmanship warranty and while I hope I won't have to call him back for fixing any stuff, however I have faith that if needed, he will promptly address them. read more

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Steven helped us completely re-landscape our front yard and I strongly recommend his services. He was very professional, receptive to our ideas and helped us stay within our budget. He came up with a good 3D design of the new plan quickly and at a competitive price. If not for his suggestion about the drought tolerant variety of ground cover called Kurapia, we would not have known about it. He was the only person to suggest this option among other landscape architects we interviewed and I'm very happy he did that. After seeing it in person and reading more about it online - we are confident we made a good decision on the Kurapia. His construction team was completely professional, on-time and cleaned up after every day. The whole project turned up much better than we had imagined. We had some delay (few months) in sourcing the Kurapia from vendors - but Steven consistently followed up with periodic updates on the status. Despite the few months delay, we didn't have to worry because we felt assured that he was looking out for us. This shows his professionalism which is highly commendable. Overall, we love our new front yard and would recommend his services to anyone without a second thought! read more

Steven and his team showed a ton of professionalism, so much that I really felt supported in all the changes my the wife and I made with all the deferent designs we had in mind. They just did an amazingly creative ways to get the job done in time. They cleaned up the Jobsite every day which I really appreciated because of my young kids being outside playing around the house. When they were all done. I didn't realize that the sprinklers that they put in was set too high. So I called Steven a week after the patio was done to tell him the problem and he was so nice about it. Steven's crew showed up two days later and even though it took several visits, they stayed on it till completely taken care of! read more

Opulands Landscape Design & Construction - 500 SF patio. - Landscaping Near Me - Campbell, California

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I got several estimates and finally decided to go with Steven, because he showed me that he knows what he is doing. As the project started, Steven did what I expected. The team (led by Marvin, please ask for him if possible) showed up as scheduled and completed the project within two weeks as planned. Although the project went over my initial budget due to unexpected couple small modifications (it would help to think as comprehensive as possible about the project in advance to avoid these unexpected items, which is hard though because you do not know what is happening underground) and my new request to add an Anglia edger (which turned out to be great), Steven is responsive and wants to do an excellent job. He also paid attention to small details; for example, his suggestion to use a different color for the border pavers turned out to be a really good one, although he is willing to go any color you like. He even gave me some free stone gravels for a small area in another part of my backyard. I like those workers led by Marvin. They are hard workers (as a result, I gave every worker tips and some snacks and drinks every single day). These workers knew what I wanted based on my description and would correct their work to make it in the way I preferred. Marvin showed up multiple times by himself and cared about the quality of his work. He asked his staff to redo some part of the pavers because they did not go as planned. I would like to emphasize the importance for homeowners to participate, because they are the consumers who know what they really want. Whenever necessary, you may simply ask, and the workers will try their best to follow your preference. After the project, I did some extra work in my backyard (not part of the contract) and now the backyard looks quite pleasant and much better than the old one. In summary, Steven delivered, which is not a small compliment though because I hold a very high standard. Thanks Steven! read more

Our project was to remove grass in the front yard and replace with drought tolerant plants, drip irrigation and low voltage lighting. Also, remove and replace the driveway, existing concrete sidewalk and add an additional sidewalk to the street using pavers. We contacted five landscape contractors and received responses from three. Steven was the most responsive and offered several suggestions and numerous choices of materials. His pricing was very competitive and included a detailed design and plant selection. After several meetings with him to discuss the project details we agreed to proceed with his proposal. We had great communication with him throughout the work. He was on sight nearly every day and his crew were very professional, respectful and experienced. There was a little delay in getting started while we waited for the completion of the design and for his crew to finish another project. Once the work started it was completed in about four weeks from demolition to completion. The overall quality of the work was exceptional. We have had numerous positive comments from friends and neighbors. We are very happy to recommend Opulands to anyone needing landscape services. read more

Steven did a great job with scoping out our project and with making recommendations. We are happy with the outcome.