--- title: "EcoGardens Landscape Design — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ecogardens-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~130226688 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~130226688.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "EcoGardens Landscape Design" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/37a34c50012445fe_5458-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1540 Kensington Circle, Los Altos, California 94024, United States" latitude: 37.3547 longitude: -122.0862 phone: "(408) 705-8915" website: http://www.ecogardens.design rating: 5 review_count: 6 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 1 last_updated: 2026-09-16 --- # EcoGardens Landscape Design Original Houzz profile: [EcoGardens Landscape Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ecogardens-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~130226688) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Los Altos, CA - **Serves:** San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Redwood City, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Cupertino, Menlo Park, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Saratoga, Stanford, Los Altos Hills, Atherton, Woodside, Portola Valley, Loyola, La Honda - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2022–2023), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 25 Ideabook Saves EcoGardens in Los Altos, CA, welcomes you to explore plant-focused, regenerative landscape design. Embrace curiosity and collaboration with us to create your dream garden. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Site Planning - Design Consultation - Outdoor Lighting Design - 3D Rendering - Drafting - Edible Gardens - Living Walls - Potted Plants - Outdoor Kitchen Design ### Areas Served - San Jose - Sunnyvale - Santa Clara - Redwood City - Mountain View - Palo Alto - Cupertino - Menlo Park - Los Gatos - Los Altos - Saratoga - Stanford - Los Altos Hills - Atherton - Woodside - Portola Valley - Loyola - La Honda ### Typical Job Cost $20,000 - 200,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | EcoGardens Landscape Design | | Address | 1540 Kensington Circle, Los Altos, California 94024, United States | | Phone | (408) 705-8915 | | Website | http://www.ecogardens.design | | Followers on Houzz | 1 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — @ecogardens.design - Blog — www.ecogardens.design ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [EcoGardens Landscape Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ecogardens-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~130226688) - **Website:** http://www.ecogardens.design - **Phone:** (408) 705-8915 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - APLD Certified Professional Landscape Designer, Greywater Certified, MWELO Certified, QWEL and ReScape Certified Landscape Professional - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2022–2023), for Service. **Affiliations** - [Association of Professional Landscape Designers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/association-of-professional-landscape-designers-pfvwus-pf~92795973) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### All 6 reviews **★★★★★ — Almog Gavra, May 2022** > Shireen did a stellar job with our landscape design! We had hardly any idea of what we wanted from our (very first) landscaping project but a laundry list of things we knew we didn't and a vague idea of the style in mind. Shireen listened to all of our requests and incorporated them in her final design, which came out to be exactly what we had imagined. > > She communicated her process clearly, worked to hit the timelines we requested, kept to the budget and was extremely easy to work with. If you're looking for a landscape designer for your project, I would whole-heartedly recommend EcoGardens Landscape Design! **★★★★★ — Bernard Gutnick, Oct. 2021** > Shireen provided a terrific design service for our residential landscaping project. > She listened to our requirements, and prepares a plan at a reasonable cost that exceeded our expectations. > The result was a practical well designed layout with all the supporting drawings, plants, lists and electronic files which make it easy to have landscaping firms prepare a cost estimate for the sourcing of plants and implementation. > I would definitely recommend her for any landscaping design project. **Comment from EcoGardens Landscape Design:** > Thank a lot Bernard, it was pleasure working with you and Joy, cant wait to see the landscape plan into reality. **★★★★★ — alyceboster, Oct. 2021** > Shireen worked with me to replant my damaged front garden that needed some new plants and maintenance. I was originally reluctant to contact her as I did not know anything about her other than her affiliation with the landscaping company that had designed and installed the garden originally. In repairing the garden I wanted to learn more about native plants and be actively involved in whatever was done both to make ongoing maintenance easier and to keep redesign costs to a minimum. Within 5 minutes of meeting Shireen I knew we would make a good team. I had done a lot of preplanning and wanted validation of my ideas along with criticism and creative improvements. She was eager to help, listened carefully to all my concerns, and provided constructive suggestions that produced a beautiful result with minimum expense. I'm now starting to work with her on remodeling my back garden. **Comment from EcoGardens Landscape Design:** > Thank you so much Alyce, I am happy to hear that everything is still looking good and that you are happy. Looking forward to working with you again. **★★★★★ — Mo-Yun Fong, Sept. 2021** > Shireen did an amazing job helping us relandscape both our front and backyards. We have several plants from my father when he passed away and she was able to find a home for all of them and incorporate new plants that really brought out their natural brilliant. Thank you for helping us build a garden will bring joy to many generations. **Comment from EcoGardens Landscape Design:** > Thank you so much! I have to credit your dad for inspiration as our guide on your project, it was pleasure working with you and I am pleased that you are happy with the result. **★★★★★ — HU-701949926, Sept. 2021** > Where to begin! I started working with Shireen around June, 2021. Not only is Shireen a skilled landscape designer, she has a subtle creativity that translates into a flowing, effortless look. I particularly like the arbor she designed for my backyard, along with a 3 foot tall ceramic planter that was retrofitted into an illuminated fountain. All the plantings selected are California native, irrigated with a timed drip system to preserve our much-needed water. There is also the well-placed lighting (on a timer) accentuating trees and shrubs along with the walk path to the front door. Mature trees were placed along the backyard fence, creating much-needed privacy. The front yard is an oasis of myriad flowering succulents. > > Sitting in my transformed yard brings such joy of an evening when friends and family come together. **Comment from EcoGardens Landscape Design:** > How very sweet of you to write this lovely review! I have very much enjoyed working with you. > I also really appreciate your creative design input on the hardscape materials that has resulted in the right outcome for you. Thanks You!! **★★★★★ — HU-81991456, Sept. 2021** > Shireen designed my backyard, which requires putting in a new deck and changing the lawn to more drought tolerant plants. > We also wanted to turn the backyard into an extension of our living space. > > I really like Shireen's approach. She spent a lot of time speaking with me and my wife to know our preference, and also spoke with my kids to get an idea what they like. My little girl is especially afraid of bees. So, when she chose plants, she specifically looked for the ones that do not attract bees. > > The project was completed in summer, and we all love it and practically hang out in the backyard all the time. During the discussion, she suggested we build a swing set. At first I was a bit skeptical. When it's done, I can see how much my kids LOVE IT! > > I appreciate her work and highly recommend her. > > Ming **Comment from EcoGardens Landscape Design:** > Thank you Ming for your kind words! I really work hard for my clients, so its a pleasure when I can turn their imagination and dreams into reality. I am glad the backyard is a center of attention for the whole family. Front yard's transformation is on its way!! ## Selected projects - [Contemporary Drought Ready Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-drought-ready-landscape-pj-vj~7041807) - Location: Portola Valley, California - Photos: 17 - Description: Colorful succulents and water-wise plants with existing mature plants. Deck extension, multiple seating area, seatwall, artificial turf area, new front entryway, screening, landscape lighting. - [Heij Permaculture Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/heij-permaculture-garden-pj-vj~7041811) - Location: Sunnyvale, California - Photos: 13 - Description: We’re so happy to create productive and inspiring family space for our lovely clients and their children to enjoy together. This front and backyard garden in Sunnyvale, CA has turned out so special for all of us with the following sustainable and permaculture techniques! In this project, clients wanted a different approach to look at the Eichler homes without a mid century modern design lense. Originally from the Netherlands, a very hands-on couple with two kids have been living in California fo… - [Lawn to Life](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lawn-to-life-pj-vj~6713793) - Location: Los Altos, California - Photos: 12 - Description: This special project was a success in many ways, lawn removal and introduction of drought tolerant and waterwise plants to this modern architecture brought the life and a pop of colors. Introduction of the corten steel veggie beds in the front yard is unusual yet goes well with the modern exterior as well as blending well with the new landscape. New driveway and wider front path out of poured concrete filled with la paz pebbles are complementing the look. Drought resistant and waterwise curb app… - [Heat Tolerant Landscaping](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/heat-tolerant-landscaping-pj-vj~7256848) - Location: Los Altos, California - Photos: 12 - [Recently Installed Projects 2023](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/recently-installed-projects-2023-pj-vj~7256854) - Location: Los Altos, California - Photos: 8 - Description: Most recent installation- 2023 - [Landscape Garden Design with Drought Resistant Plants](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/landscape-garden-design-with-drought-resistant-plants-pj-vj~6891480) - Location: Cupertino, California - Photos: 10 - Description: Homeowner wanted to have a showy year round colorful palette that has to be low maintenance. The existing artificial turf both in back yard and front yard had to stay. However, in the backyard we cut if short in a way to add an outdoor seating area with a seatwall and fountain. New mature screening trees to provide privacy from the 2 story house in the back. - [Mid-Century Modern, Mountain View](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-modern-mountain-view-pj-vj~6924197) - Location: Mountain View, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: Newly remodeled home with a mid century modern architecture. A combination of curved paths with angular patio and deck. Drought resistant lawn, waterwise plants in both front and back, citrus trees. New narrower screening trees and a shade tree on the corner. - [Habitat Garden with Cal-Natives Plants](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/habitat-garden-with-cal-natives-plants-pj-vj~6713838) - Location: Menlo Park, California - Photos: 4 - Description: New frint entrance path with ground cover Dymondia, new shade tree, screening plants for privacy from the street, new drought resistant lawn with netafim. New irrigation with smart controller so clients can progarm the irrigation via app. - [Sensory Garden, Cupertino](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sensory-garden-cupertino-pj-vj~6713781) - Location: Cupertino, California - Photos: 27 - Description: Sensory Garden with a special no bees and birds plant palette. New one level deck with trex for outdoor dining and entertainment. Veggie garden with gravel. New berries and fruit trees. Redwood trees companion plants. New outdoor sink for easy wash after harvest. Replace the old arbor to train the mature trumpet vines. New irrigation with smart controller so clients can program the irrigation through app. Sheet mulcing all around the planting area to control weeds and help the soil to regenerate… - [Welcoming Front Yard on a Cul-de-sac](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/welcoming-front-yard-on-a-cul-de-sac-pj-vj~6713807) - Location: Los Altos, California - Photos: 15 - Description: Drought tolerant plants to replace lawn, custom design flagstone and decomposed granite patio with a welcoming seating area out of boulders. Outdoor firepit and chairs, a casual inclusive neighborhood hangout spot in the evening and over the weekend. Companion plants under mature the oak trees. Neighbors’ colaboration by sprucing up their front yards, this end of cul de sac is feeling wider and welcoming. New irrigation with smart controller so clients can progarm the irrigation via app. Sheet m… - [Container Gardening](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/container-gardening-pj-vj~6455204) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Palo Alto Historic House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palo-alto-historic-house-pj-vj~6718630) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - [Hidden Rain Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hidden-rain-garden-pj-vj~6729533) - Location: Palo Alto, CA - Photos: 2 - [Garden with a She Shed](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-with-a-she-shed-pj-vj~6714948) - Location: Redwood City, CA - Photos: 9 - [Backyard Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/backyard-retreat-pj-vj~6935884) - Location: Palo Alto, California - Photos: 11 - [Cottage Garden by Using Cal-Natives and Waterwise Plants](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cottage-garden-by-using-cal-natives-and-waterwise-plants-pj-vj~6713822) - Location: Mountain View, California - Photos: 6 - Description: Plants under mature Acacia tree, new patio for outdoor dining, picket fence and new tall fence for screening. The clients restored this 100 years old home and wanted to give a cottage garden touch to inhance the look without compromising on the water crisis. This is an example of cottage garden landscaping done by drought tolerant, waterwise and native plants. The challange was to create a plant palette that can tolerate dense shade and harsh afternoon sun as well the plants as dog and cat frien… [See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/ecogardens-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~130226688) ## Ideabooks - [Jamie’s Backyard](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/181965099/list/jamie-s-backyard) — 2 ideas - [Shireen's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/152845536/list/shireen-s-ideas) — 44 ideas - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/152845535/list/wish-list) — 14 ideas - [Yang Residence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/162258933/list/yang-residence) — 2 ideas - [Lam Residence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/159401413/list/lam-residence) — 2 ideas - [Hannun Residence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/158672572/list/hannun-residence) — 1 idea - [Clayton Backyard](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/154989838/list/clayton-backyard) — 17 ideas - [Guest House Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/154578666/list/guest-house-ideas) — 1 idea [See all 8 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/ecogardensdesign) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-16.*