Your outdoor space is an extension of your home - and in Los Angeles, where sunshine graces us nearly year-round, it deserves the same level of design and craftsmanship as your interior. ACE Design & Build creates landscape and hardscape environments that blend natural beauty with structural precision, transforming ordinary yards into extraordinary outdoor living spaces.
Our landscape designs are rooted in drought-smart principles that thrive in Southern California's Mediterranean climate. We select native and climate-adapted plantings that deliver lush, colorful results without excessive water consumption. Combined with efficient drip irrigation systems and smart controllers, our landscapes look beautiful while keeping your water bills in check and meeting local water-use regulations.
Hardscaping forms the structural backbone of any great outdoor space. Our crews are experts in building retaining walls, walkways, patios, steps, planter walls, fire pits, and decorative concrete features that are both functional and visually striking. We work with a wide range of materials including natural stone, pavers, flagstone, decomposed granite, and poured concrete - selecting the right combination to complement your home's architecture and your personal style.
Whether you are looking for a complete front-yard redesign, a backyard entertaining space, or a hillside retaining wall solution, our design-build approach ensures every element is planned together and executed as a cohesive whole. The result is an outdoor environment that feels intentional, looks stunning, and adds lasting value to your property.
What's Included
On-site consultation and landscape assessment
Custom landscape design with plant palette
Hardscape layout and material selection
Grading, drainage, and soil preparation
Retaining wall design and construction
Paver and stone patio installation
Walkway and pathway construction
Drip irrigation system installation
Drought-tolerant and native planting
Landscape lighting design and installation
Why Choose ACE for Landscape & Hardscaping
Drought-Smart Design
Southern California's water restrictions demand landscapes that look beautiful without excessive irrigation. Our designers select native and climate-adapted plants, install high-efficiency drip systems with smart controllers, and incorporate permeable surfaces that keep your outdoor space lush, sustainable, and compliant with local water regulations.
Structural Hardscaping Excellence
From retaining walls that manage hillside erosion to precision-laid paver patios and natural stone pathways, our hardscape work is engineered to last. We address drainage, compaction, and base preparation with the same rigor we bring to interior construction - because outdoor structures must withstand the elements year after year.
Cohesive Indoor-Outdoor Living
We design landscapes and hardscapes that connect seamlessly with your home's interior and architectural style. The materials, colors, and proportions of your outdoor space are chosen to complement your home, creating a unified environment that expands your usable living area.
Our Landscape & Hardscaping Process
Free on-site consultation to evaluate your property, discuss your vision, and review budget parameters.
Custom landscape and hardscape design with material selections, planting plans, and a detailed proposal.
Site preparation - grading, drainage, and demolition of existing features as needed.
Hardscape construction followed by irrigation installation and planting.
Final walkthrough, cleanup, and care instructions for your new landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions About Landscape & Hardscaping
Landscape and hardscape projects in Los Angeles typically range from $15,000 for targeted improvements to $100,000 or more for comprehensive yard transformations. The cost depends on the size of the area, materials selected, and the scope of hardscape construction involved.
We recommend a mix of native California species and Mediterranean-adapted plants that thrive with minimal water. Popular choices include lavender, rosemary, California poppies, salvia, agave, bougainvillea, and ornamental grasses. Our designers create custom plant palettes based on your yard's sun exposure, soil conditions, and aesthetic preferences.
Yes. Proper grading and drainage are essential to protecting your home's foundation and preventing water damage. We assess the existing drainage patterns on your property and design solutions including French drains, channel drains, swales, and proper slope grading.
Absolutely. Hillside retaining walls are one of our specialties. We design and build engineered retaining walls using materials such as natural stone, concrete block, and poured concrete - all designed to meet Los Angeles building codes and handle the specific soil and slope conditions of your property.
Most landscape and hardscape projects are completed in two to six weeks depending on the scope. Simple planting refreshes may take just a few days, while projects involving retaining walls, large patios, and irrigation systems take longer. We provide a clear timeline before work begins.
What Our Clients Say
“ACE designed a drought-tolerant landscape for our front and back yard that looks lush and green without the water bill. The native plant palette, decomposed granite pathways, and mature olive trees are gorgeous.”
“The landscape lighting alone transformed our property. ACE placed uplights on the oaks, path lights along the walkway, and accent lighting in the garden beds. It looks like a botanical garden at night.”
“We wanted privacy from our neighbors without a tall fence. ACE created a layered planting design with podocarpus hedges, crepe myrtles, and ornamental grasses that screens everything beautifully and looks natural.”
“ACE installed a 1,200 sq ft paver patio with a seat wall and built-in planters. The interlocking pavers they used are level and tight - not a single wobbly stone. Their base preparation was meticulous.”
“ACE built an outdoor fireplace with a natural stone veneer that is the centerpiece of our backyard. The gas line, stone work, and mantel are all flawless. We use it almost every evening.”