Our new house had not had any landscaping done in years. We met with Philip of Team G7 to talk about ideas for improving what landscaping existed and were so impressed with his knowledge and vision that we decided to do a complete overhaul of both the front and back yards. From start to finish Philip and his crew were a pleasure to work with. Philip's crew completely replaced the patio in the backyard with concrete and travertine tile. Also in the back yard, a new overhead shade structure was added. They also replaced the back fence and added new fencing along our property line in the front yard. A new walkway was added to the front and side yards and the driveway was replaced and widened. Then the plants were replaced in both the front and back yards. 3 months out the plants are absolutely thriving. The final touch was landscape lighting in both yards. Philip handled all of our permitting requirements and supervised the work flawlessly. This has been our best experience with a contractor ever. read more

When we started searching for a contracting group to create the right feel for our landscape, we had no idea how the journey would unfold. Purchasing a home during covid and the enduring shortages created additional concerns. Researching landscape architects took a good couple of months until we were blessed to connect with Team G7 Landscape Design and Build. We were very optimistic with what they presented online and were absolutely thrilled with our first of many in-person meetings with Philip Lizarraga, their Creative Team Leader. Philip became the bridge that merged our hopes for a wonderful and unique environment with a solid understanding of everything from design down to the foundation and through to completion. He spent many hours addressing why we wanted certain elements and then leading us in a direction that would be the perfect fit for our environment. Philip literally knew what we desired before we did! The time, dedication and care he took to understand our desires coupled with his lengthy knowledge of his industry was incomparable! The process with Team G7 went smoothly from start to finish. The Team was incredible! As individuals concerned with minimizing disruption to our neighbors I can say that Team G7 exceeded every request for consideration for our community from cleanliness to care regarding extraneous noise. Oscar was our Project Manager and the entire Construction Team was exceptional! They were at work every single day without fail. The communication with Team G7 started and remained unparalleled. To this day, weeks after completion, if we have a question they are very responsive at all times! We feel incredibly fortunate to have met Team G7 and to have collaborated with them on a unique landscape that will bring us joyful and fulfilling memories with our family and friends. We give Philip, and all Team G7, the highest recommendation for being an incredible Landscape Design and Build company dedicated to the highest standards of care, quality and client dedication! We are truly grateful to them for the amazing work they have done! read more

Three years later we are still delighted with our landscaping and continuing support from Team G7! read more

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When I recently relocated to San Diego, one of the main improvements I was anxious to address was landscaping the front and back yards. Fortunately, my real estate agent immediately recommended Philip as a landscape designer she knew well and respected as the "best of the best." She assured me that he was someone I could trust and someone who was always there when he said he would be. Having worked with other contractors in the past, I knew that was not always something I could count on. A few weeks later, my agent introduced me to Philip. He immediately impressed me as someone who takes his job seriously and expects the same from his clients. He asked me thought-provoking questions about my "vision" for the yard and to explain to him not simply "what" I wanted but "why" I wanted it. I immediately realized that this is someone who puts thought and consideration for the lifestyle and tastes of his clients into his design. He instilled confidence in me with his years of experience and his certainty that we could create exactly the kind of space that would make my house a place that would feel more like a home. After a few months, I decided to have Philip create some designs for the yard, but I did not think that I would be ready to move forward until I settled into the house many months later. When we met to discuss elements of the design, I found Philip to be organized, thorough, insightful, creative, a good listener, and enthusiastic and optimistic about the plans. Soon he presented two different plans for the back and front yards. After our meeting, Philip came back with an amazing third plan that somehow combined my favorite elements of both plans. I don't know how he did it, but he understood and executed a vision I didn't even know I had! Of course, at this point, I was completely on board with moving forward with the project and excited about the next few months. He introduced me to the plant specialist, Gary, who listened to my list of plants I liked and some I wanted to avoid, color schemes, and best water-wise choices for my coastal San Diego location. Gary was available throughout the entire project by phone. I was fortunate to have Cesar lead the site team. At our first meeting, Philip explained that Cesar would be my daily contact on the job and that Philip himself would be visiting the site regularly and calling several times a week to see how everything was progressing. Cesar was a gem. He and his team were organized, hard-working (8-hour consecutive days), reliable, timely, tidy with the worksite, and informative about progress and expectations. And their workmanship was top-notch and detailed. Cesar and I would meet every Thursday afternoon at the same time to discuss what had been completed and plans for the upcoming week. He was about the most patient person I know, for I had endless questions, requests, lists, and clarifications that he always welcomed with enthusiasm and respect. Philip and Cesar also educated me to become a competent steward of my new yard: how to use a soil probe, monitor the irrigation, and always pause to enjoy the beauty of my new surroundings. Philip, Cesar, his father Cata, and I met in late August for the final walk-through. Philip then explained that we would remain in contact for the months and year ahead. He made it clear that they were always within reach and would remain a support. In fact, Philip even helped me find a qualified maintenance person to take care of the weekly maintenance. When I reflect over the past few months, I realize that though the initial project is completed, the relationships will continue for years to come, and that is a great comfort. The tone of respect, client concern, joy of executing a vision, thoroughness, and attention to detail of the company come from the top and filter down to everyone I encountered throughout the process. I take comfort in knowing that they are just a phone call away should I need their expertise and that I will continue to hear from Philip and Team G7. read more

Team G7 remodeled by entire back yard. The project included a complete renovation of the pool, BBQ area, landscaping and retaining wall. 5 star job across the board. I have contracted many home and yard projects over the years and I have to say my overall experience with Phillip and Team G7 and the quality of the work has been the absolute best. - Cost: Project met agreed to price. Team was flexible in addressing and adjusting for plan changes along the way. - Schedule: Project met schedule as laid out in offer. In fact Phillip and team provided daily updates to schedule and met commitments. More importantly I am not sure we had a day go by on the project where some progress wasn't being made. Amazing in my experience. Our project lasted 8 months. - Performance: Site teams we respectful, hard working, diligent, experts at their craft, engaging, and left a clean work site each day. - Quality: Top quality products and craftsmanship from top to bottom. Minimal punch list at end of project that was cleared up in days. - Design: Stunning design. Innovative ideas and design plan were well beyond those offered by others we had interviewed and competed G7 against. read more

I guess it is crazy for every home improvement company. Even a conversation will have to follow up 30 days later. Of course, never call back. read more

We are so happy that we met with and chose Philip and teamG7 for our backyard project. Philip guided us through each step of the design process with his many years of experience and in-depth knowledge. He was genuinely interested in creating a space that we wanted and was extremely insightful. Never once did we wonder if Philip or his team would show up on time; they were always punctual and proactive. teamG7 created a versatile, beautiful space for us to enjoy. It was a great experience from start to finish. We couldn't be happier! read more

Is there an option for a 6th star!?! We asked our real estate agent for some recommended Landscape Architecture/Design companies to do a complete overhaul on our new home. She introduced us to Philip Lizarraga/Team G7, and the rest is history. Philip led us through the entire process and helped us hone and craft our desired outdoor living space. Like most homeowners, our ideas and preferences evolved as the project evolved, and Philip was always ready to roll with the punches and provide new insight and guidance. He also wasn't afraid to kindly tell me when something wasn't ideal, give me other options/input, and I knew it was wise to listen to him! Philip [and team] exhibited true professionalism throughout the process, they were amazingly clean, and I honestly enjoyed having the crew on property for all of those weeks/months. They were friendly folks who knew what they were doing and they were a joy to chat with. They also taught me a thing or two about how to care for things in the yard :) Having gone beyond the call of duty on more than one occasion, we are truly grateful to know Team G7, as they helped us in a moment where we really needed them for something well beyond landscaping. A strong communicator, and an eye for detail, we look forward to a long-lasting partnership with Philip and teamG7! read more

Team G7 remodeled my entire property into the sanctuary I hoped for in my new home four years ago. The space from front to back was tight, and they made it spacious. The whole property feels far larger than it is. I had a vision. They listened and delivered above and beyond. The professionalism and attention to every detail I experienced during the process was outstanding! Years have passed since the completion of our project, and the property still looks like a million bucks. The customer follow up and outreach I receive to this day is incredible. Team G7 takes great pride in their work from start to finish, and it shows. In all my years of being a home owner, Team G7 remains the greatest contractor I have ever worked with. read more

Philip and his team of skilled workers and expert plant consultants are outstanding. He has turned our property into the pride of the neighborhood and given us a resort like tropical oasis in our backyard. From design, demolition, and installation; his G7 team worked tirelessly to finish our project to our complete satisfaction. Philip takes great pride in the quality of his company and continues to oversee that our new plants continue to thrive and develop into our shared vision. Team G7 is the best in the industry. read more

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We had an amazing experience with Team G7. During the initial consultation and design, Phillip was skilled at working with us to understand our vision for the property and the first draft of the design was very close to where we ended up. As we moved forward into the construction phase, we continued to come up with new ideas and changes to the design and Phillip and Gary were always accommodating of these ideas. The quality of their work was outstanding, the crews were respectful and the site was always kept clean. As happens with these types of projects, sometimes the finished product doesn't match the vision, and in these cases (which were rare) Phillip and Gary worked with us to make sure we were happy. We highly recommend G7 and if we ever have the need again we will definitely choose them again! read more

Team G7 completely renovated our backyard finishing in Summer 2019. New patio & paths, gorgeous curved wall, 4 fountains, Creative & artistic spa with waterfall, 4 Outstanding & Imaginative Pergolas, 2 fire pits, creative plant selections & placement AS WELL AS a new accordion 3 panel door that makes the patio seem to be another room of the house. It's as if we added square footage to the house! The Team was terrific to work with from design to installation and even after completion. We wanted a company that would not only help us with design and installation but that we could call upon in future if we have any issue. Team G7 was a fantastic choice as they do the job beautifully from the start and they do it RIGHT! Neighbors say we have the most beautiful backyard in our community!! read more

Team G7 - Thank you again for a beautiful project and an even more wonderful experience. After six (6) years, we couldn't be more pleased and satisfied with the enjoyment we have had sharing our place with family, friends and neighbors. Your continual service and communication has gone above and beyond any of our expectations - it is truly appreciated! As a side note, we had a conversation with the property owner of our previous home which you landscaped 25 years ago for us. They absolutely love their property and have not changed a thing. Keep up your quality work and exceptional service. I believe you have earned a 5-Star rating for exceptional design, quality work and for going the extra mile for your clients! read more

It's been a process to find a good landscaping design team for our property in SD area. This company seemed to be promising at the beginning..but when a representative came to give us a quote the guy was very rude to my husband (who has lived over 20 years in the USA) he has an accent he assumed he was a worker not the owner. Needless to say there was definitely some awkwardness after he made the wrong assumption but yet not really an apology. Also, after looking on their site he looked to be one of the owners! We would not recommend them! Better landscaping design company with much better customer service! read more

We used team g7 for our backyard renovation and are very pleased with the results. Philip was very personable when we first met. He interviewed us to get a sense of what we valued most. From there, he presented renderings and made adjustments as needed. Throughout the entire process, Philip was very good about checking in with us and keeping us updated as to status. At the end, he even referred us to a great gardener and pool guy. Many thanks for the memories we have already made and will continue to make in our beautiful backyard. read more

We have had the pleasure of working with Team G7 in the fall of 2014 and would like to share our experience about this fantastic landscaping company. To give a brief history, we purchased a home in 2013 with an undeveloped one-half acre lot. Unaware of Team G7 at that time, we turned to recommendations from friends and colleagues, as well as our own laborious online research. After meeting with a few designers, we began and completed our project with a company that is now out of business. Our project included the front yard and driveway, courtyard, side yard, and part of the backyard. Many issues arose in the last half of our timeline, and we sadly came to the realization the company we contracted performed sub-par work inconsistent with the price of our bid. Shortly after completion, we also began to notice faulty installation in electrical, drainage, and parts of the irrigation system, amongst other concerns. Knowing our property had so much more potential for beauty and function than demonstrated, we were greatly disappointed with the final outcome. Clearly this company was here to get a job done and collect a check, unconcerned with the longevity of their install and the contentment of their clients. After viewing outstanding workmanship on a neighbor's project, we inquired on a renovation for our property with Team G7. Philip and his design team presented unique and creative solutions that offered the wow factor we were seeking. Our decision to work with Team G7 was apparent. They offer passion in design and imaginative ideas other designers simply did not have. To date, we have renovated our courtyard with full intention to begin on other areas mentioned. In working with Team G7, we can truly say they are exceptional and have exceeded our expectations. Every member of their team takes great pride in their labor and is extremely knowledgeable in their area of expertise. Given pricing estimates may appear costly in comparison to designers, we are certain it was well worth the creativity, quality of work, and peace of mind Team G7 provides. Their accountability, integrity, and attention to detail is priceless. We have and will continue to refer clients to this superior team read more

We hired teamG7 to completely overhaul our backyard - swimming pool and spa, BBQ island, fire pit, new patio structure, softscape and hardscape. We could not be happier or more impressed with the outcome! Philip has a tremendous work ethic, does things right, and the communication was exceptional. It was truly a collaboration. We knew what was happening every day, and the project was completed ahead of schedule even during COVID times. I think what impressed us the most was the from the outset, Philip was most interested in understanding what type of experience we were looking for in our backyard, not an inventory of what we wanted to build. His initial designs were beautiful and captured exactly what we wanted. The construction process was smooth, well-planned, consistent, and though there were minor bumps as the job progressed, as there always is with construction, they were addressed and resolved. This company does not cut corners ... the quality and craftsmanship is top notch and we would not hesitate to recommend teamG7! read more

In addition to full service by Team G7, the owner has a subsidary business called Designs by Phillip. If you need a smaller job done than Team G7 specializes in, you can hire Phillip to create the design for you. I asked him to meet with different contractors to evaluate the quality of the design and construction prior to selecting the contractor I am hiring. He gave me honest feedback and asked the questions I didn't know to ask. It helped a great deal to have his expertise in design and construction prior to making a selection. Worth every penny! read more

The overall process with Philip from Team G7 started with the design phase, where several computer models provided us with realistic visuals of what our backyard could look like, given different design approaches. Philip's exceptional sense for design gave us options to choose from that we had not even imagined before seeing them on screen. He would listen to our general taste for layouts, functional spaces, and expected scenarios for how the yard would eventually be utilized for entertainment, family time, quiet time, and other aspects - always expertly building in our individual preferences. This attention to detail that Philip displayed during the design phase carried through the entire project, and even after it was formally complete. The next step after agreeing on a design was chalking out the entire vision in the backyard on the ground, so that additional modifications could be made based when actually seeing how things would be spaced, sized, and positioned. I cannot emphasize enough how critical it is in any contractor relationship that you can hold a single person accountable to everything that happens in the project, even if sub contractors are called in. You need to expect this single person to be knowledgeable in all things relating to the project, including design, timeline, coordination with your occasional presence at home, as well as construction details that require your input as work moves along. Thanks to Philip we could enjoy a piece of mind throughout the project, because he not only was always fully knowledgeable and on top of any issues, but perfectly accessible when you needed him. Due to the nature of a backyard remodel project, a number of questions and concerns about the progress and how things are being built will come up, and also sometimes doubts that the correct design choices were made, etc. Philip professionally guided us through those phases by patiently discussing every issue with us to conclusion, and by thoroughly explaining tradeoffs between aesthetics, functionality, and sometimes cost. He has enormous design talent and experience, so that you will never feel cornered or regretful about the result of any aspects of the end product. I am personally a relatively hands-on guy and had lots of questions and opinions, which I invariably received an answer to from Philip within 20-30 minutes, at most. Weekends, holidays, or during the week, at late and early hours, we were always able to get a hold of Philip to get any issues out of the way. If we did not have any questions for a period of time, he would proactively reach out to us to provide status updates. We had interviewed many other contractors before deciding on Team G7. This was not a budget decision, as Team G7 is not the cheapest option out there, but for a very valid reason - overall value. There was never any doubt in our mind that the value that Philip and Team G7 would deliver was the best you could find, and the proof is in the result of our backyard remodel. I would say the same thing in hindsight, thanks also to the unmatched positive experience that Philip delivered from beginning to end. read more

My experience with Team G7 was excellent. They were professional, clear and very creative. I never felt like they were trying to sell me on anything. They just helped me understand my options, and once I decided on a plan, they got the job done quickly, cleanly, and impeccably. My neighbors are jealous and my family now wants to spend more time at our place. I highly recommend them to anyone wanting the best. read more

I believe this is my first ever Yelp review. My reason for writing is simple: Philip/Team G7 earned it. My wife and I are thrilled with our landscaping and hardscaping results. And, importantly, we lived through (and, at times, even enjoyed) the process of getting to those results. My wife was responsible for the day-to-day interactions with Team G7, and was impressed by the entire team's professionalism, including how they maintained a relatively clean work area (even during the height of demolition) and the respect they showed to our neighbors. By way of background, we decided some time ago to redesign our backyard - but we had three problems: Unlimited ideas; a lack of knowledge about landscaping and hardscaping design and the cost; and my hectic schedule that made it difficult to find time to do the research needed to make decisions. We interviewed several landscapers. Philip came recommended by a friend and professional realtor in the Rancho Santa Fe/Carmel Valley area, and he distinguished himself during several meetings with us with his professionalism (he was always on time), his commitment to get to know our likes and dislikes, his design ideas, and his willingness to work within our budget. We were also impressed by the families who had used Philip/Team G7 and the praise they shared. After we went under contract, Philip continued to be "hands on" throughout the entire job. His entire team, including subcontractors, also impressed us. Our job was done on time, on budget, and we couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. It was a major renovation, and we appreciate how Philip/Team G7 made use of existing conditions when possible (to save cost) and added new elements to achieve our functional and aesthetic goals. We didn't know Philip before this process started and now view him not just as an extraordinary landscaper, but as a friend. read more

In 1984 Philip created a design for part of my backyard. There was a swimming pool in the other part. The work included removing the grass and replacing it with a bi-level concrete patio with brick trim, lighting and plants. He blended the new entertainment area and the pool area with a low wall. Thirty-three years later when it was decided to fill in the pool, I again turned to Philip to do the design. He masterfully created a beautiful drought tolerant garden where the pool had been previously. In 2016 I felt I needed to replant the 2 hills behind the above mentioned two areas. Philip provided the guidance that was needed to create beautiful blooming succulents and grasses among the existing fruit trees. He is truly an artist who continually creates the blueprints for a fantastic setting. My favorite part of the process has been watching Philip when he does the plant placement. He always returns phone calls, and answers any questions in a clear and concise manner. I now have the backyard of my dreams created by a true professional. read more