Sage Design Studios, Inc.

Jonathan is terrific to work with. I am a general contractor and he designed my new back yard including a Jacuzzi and large water feature. I told him what I wanted and his first drawing was very close to perfect. We are just beginning the work. He knowledge of plant material is amazing.

Jonathan Spears designed a large backyard with pool, walls and lots of landscaping as we directed. He was creative, professional and followed through helping us get bids. The project is now complete. Having a finished design plan to give to landscape and pool companies was an enormous leg up on the process and allowed for more transparent and competitive bidding.

Jonathan was a pleasure to work with! I was starting from scratch with my landscape design and he had many ideas to bring to the table. The overall design process took approximately 4 weeks. I provided photos to Jonathan of different designs that I liked and he combined all of them into one cohesive look. Highly recommend!!!!

Jonathan was able to create a backyard with everything on the wish list within our budget. He is incredibly talented and has a great sense of design. It was such a pleasure working with him. I would highly recommend Jonathan to anyone looking to create a beautiful, functional space.

I have worked with Jonathan from Sage Design Studios on multiple projects for several years and he has always delivered top quality design. He takes us on an amazing trip with every project. His designs respond to and enhance the architecture of our projects. I highly recommend Jonathan!

I had several designs done by other designers and was unhappy. I found three photographs at random on the internet which were similar to what I wanted. It turned out that all three were done by Sage. This made Sage the obvious choice. The design was done quickly and were just what I wanted. I am extremely happy with the installed results.

I approached Jonathan with an open-ended project. My property was new construction on a dirt lot, with an odd shape, and a large three story retaining wall along the back of the property. Jonathan came back with an extraordinary and extensive plan that I believe outdoes much of the prior work I saw on his website. I wanted specific elements in the design. Jonathan delivered all of these items in an innovative design that works on multiple levels. I wanted a large natural presence, with abundant greenery and a kind of hybrid modern and traditional blended concept that mixes elements of Tuscany with the innovative blend of the new with the old, seen in contemporary Roman architecture. Jonathan produced a paean to nature with a pyramid with an elevated lawn as the footrest in front of a daybed that has the entire retaining wall/ side of the mountain as its "backboard." It was the answer for my request for "harmony with nature." It has almost a kind of surrealist quality as a concept, with the earth (the elevated lawn) being raised toward the sky, with the lawn being a footprint for bedding that blurs the line between natural and artificial. I can also see the functional brilliance of that part of the design, given that it offers a pragmatic conceptual function, as well. I told Jonathan that I wanted the space to be able to hold parties of up to 30 people. The elevated lawn also serves as a potential stage for performers/musicians. The enclosed private grotto on the side of the house is in a secluded area outside of my office and media room. It lends itself to quiet and a feeling of privacy in my office and a kind of outdoor retreat. I also allows splinter groups of people to have more privacy during a party. Given that my media room has a wet bar, Jonathan has also inspired me to design the media room space as a theater, but also as a kind of social gathering space that ties into the outdoor design of the grotto, and allows for a kind of indoor variation of privation. The pool design with the elevated spa makes great use of the retractable wall at the back of the great room. It maximizes the impact of the indoor space. I can submit the plan for review, if desired. The backyard is still under construction and is a formidable project. I want to nominate Jonathan for Best of Houzz Customer Service award. Total cost is just under $300,000.

I spoke to many Landscape architects before we decided to hire Jonathan at Sage. I know that Sage can do many different sizes and kinds of jobs, however ours was large and complicated as it was a complete rebuild on a large custom estate. The process of developing the plan was collaborative and very thoughtful. We were able to specify lots of details on the plans to ensure the contractor would not stray from the plan. We also received Jonathan's coaching with the bidding process, build and inspections throughout the development. We ended up with a finished result that is truly amazing! Although we did this rebuild because we love to have a beautiful landscape, we are certainly pleased to receive regular compliments from our neighbors on the job. We are very happy!

We just love working with Sage Design! This is the most creative design work for exteriors around. As artists we recognize the ability to bring ideas to reality as a gift. Sage does this process very methodically and professionally.

I bought a home on a third of an acre that needed to be totally relandscaped. We added new irrigation as well as outdoor lighting. I needed help. I couldn't do a project like this alone and I am not familiar with desert plants. Jonathan was wonderful to work with. He was always available and worked with the installer as a team. That is very important. Whenever we have a problem, we consult Jonathan first before we just stick in a new plant. He is always there to help. I am very proud of my landscaping. So is Jonathan. Every day it is a joy to sit in my yard and revel in how lovely it looks. Remember, xeriscaping in this environment is a MUST. I have a stunning yard that will require very little water once it is established. Jonathan believes in xeriscaping so we made a great team. I am guessing there are pictures of my yard on his website.

Landscape architect Jonathan Spears with Sage Design Studios designed our backyard and we LOVE it. The design is so thoughtful and balanced. We now have a beautiful variety of flowering desert friendly plants, cacti and trees, with quartzite flagstone pathways and patios, several seating areas, trellises, as well as a firepit area, and a small grass area for our beloved four legged family members. Jonathan designed the area around an existing pool and deck, everything blends so well it is now all part of a lovely master plan. It is so lush and beautiful. I know when our friends and neighbors saw the finished project they all admired it. Whenever I go to the backyard I am so happy and I just think "I love my backyard!". The hummingbirds, bees and butterflies love it too. The installation was amazingly almost painless. We are very happy. Thank you Jonathan!

Took a neglected and thoughtless landscape from a previous owner and transformed the property into an integral design that reflects "our" lifestyle. Listened to our needs and desires to guide the conceptual program. All of the elements of the design flow well, from the built-in bbq and adjacent dining table to the tiled fire feature nestled alongside the pool allowing for ease of conversation and accessibility between spaces. The materials complement the existing residence and give the illusion that they were always in place, not an addition. A large portion of the backyard was raised, giving the feeling of being on display to neighboring properties. The solution was to lower the deck to house grade creating more usable area in the limited space. We look forward to entertaining family and friends in a comforting setting of our hedge wrapped dining area. The view of the Las Vegas Strip in the valley below is framed on the other side with oaks that double as a screen to the two story next door. A night walk-through allowed us to fine tune the landscape lighting. Worked very well with our contractor and was an excellent communicator. The project was a great success and we would highly recommend Sage Design Studios, Inc. We absolutely LOVE our new landscape!