Austin Landscape Design Services
Austin Landscape Design Services
When you invest in your outdoor space, you want Austin landscape design services from designers who KNOW Austin. We mean beyond knowing the zip code…we know the soil under your yard, the shade patterns created by your live oaks, and how an August drought can truly challenge every plant decision you make.
Our woman-owned boutique landscape design studio has spent years honing our craft, designing and building landscapes throughout Austin and the surrounding areas. We know what works for outdoor spaces in this city: limestone+clay soils that make intelligent drainage a must, brutal heat cycles that mean we think drought-tolerant from project inception, HOA requirements that change from block to block, and Austin homeowners who know how to appreciate a space that looks and feels like a natural extension of their home.
We’ve designed everything from a tranquil xeriscape garden in Hyde Park to an expansive hardscape and pool surround in Westlake Hills. We pour the same amount of care, craftsmanship, and local expertise into every project we tackle.
What we build is made to THRIVE in Austin.
What Sets Our Austin Landscape Services Apart
Austin homeowners deserve options.
From custom landscapes to water conservation, here’s what we provide in our Austin landscape design services:
Custom landscape design and installation built around your home and lifestyle
Hardscaping Austin, TX - decomposed granite paths, travertine patios, and more
Landscape lighting installation Austin - layered lighting to make the most of your outdoor entertaining areas
Pool landscaping and design that will stand up to the Texas sun and water
Austin xeriscaping - beautiful landscapes that use low-water, native plants, and trees
Solve drainage problems caused by Austin’s heavy clay soil
And much more
Our landscape designs are different because we understand this Texas city like few others do. We know how to create walkways using materials like decomposed granite and travertine pavers that will stand the test of time. We know how to use natural elements like live oak trees and limestone to create an outdoor living area that feels like Austin.
A Landscape Design Team That Knows Austin Inside and Out
Great landscape design doesn’t start with a shovel. It starts with a conversation. We’ll spend time getting to know you and learning about how you use your yard, what you want it to feel like, and what success will look like for your home and family.
We work on properties all over town, from the urban hubs of East Austin and Hyde Park to the larger hill country-style properties in Lakeway and Bee Cave. We understand the neighborhood aesthetics, terrain challenges, and HOA restrictions that come into play with your specific property.
At Landscape Theory Studio, we’re woman-owned, and we pride ourselves on investing personally in our projects. You’ll work with our design team from start to finish. No hand-offs or surprises.
What Austin Homeowners Are Saying
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Landscape Theory completed a project on our property last summer! They designed and installed a backyard oasis, complete with native plants and a dry creek bed that runs through our yard, solving a drainage issue that had previously turned our backyard into a mud pit! They also come by seasonally for maintenance of our landscape! They are great!”
— Johanna, Austin
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We are so happy with the work Landscape Theory did to bring our vision of ‘Texas meets Tuscany’ to life.The end result is absolutely stunning—our yard has become the talk of friends and family, who are always complimenting its beauty and unique style. We love spending time in the space they created for us.”
— Jacqueline, Austin
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We have completed several projects with Landscape Theory over the last couple of years and highly highly recommend them to anyone planning a landscape or hardscape project. The designer and project managers are always available for questions and problem solving. We now have a beautiful space to enjoy and it has really changed how we use our yard. So glad we found Landscape Theory, we'll continue to work with them for smaller enhancements until we run out of square feet :)”
— Kelly, Austin
Serving Homeowners Across Austin and Beyond
Our Austin landscape design services reach far beyond Austin city limits. We serve homeowners all across Austin and the greater Travis County area, and we treat every neighborhood with equal expertise and attention.
We service Austin and Travis County homeowners in:
Pflugerville
Round Rock
Cedar Park
Leander
Manor
Bee Cave
Lakeway
Rollingwood
Westlake Hills
Sunset Valley
Austin (all neighborhoods)
Don't see your area listed? Contact us. We don’t mind discussing your project in any Austin neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I hire a local Austin landscape design studio instead of a national company?
Austin’s climate, soil, terrain, and local expertise make a real difference in the longevity and health of your landscape. Our studio has spent years working specifically in Austin. We understand the limestone and clay soil conditions, the heat and drought cycles, the live oak canopy dynamics, and the HOA guidelines that shape projects across the city. A national firm brings a generalist approach. We bring Austin landscape design services built around what actually thrives here.
What is xeriscaping, and is it a good fit for Austin yards?
Xeriscaping involves designing landscapes for water conservation through the use of drought-tolerant plants, improved soil prep, and limited or no irrigation. It’s perfect for Austin’s landscape architecture. Between our hot summers, occasional drought restrictions and clay-filled soil, designing with water in mind is just common sense. Austin xeriscaping can be full of lush, show-stopping plants that use a fraction of the water and upkeep of traditional landscaping.
Do you handle both the design and installation of hardscape and lighting in Austin?
Yes. We’re a full-service studio, which means we manage both the design and installation of every element in your project, including hardscaping in Austin, TX, and landscape lighting installation in Austin.